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In September 1974, Bon Scott, a vocalist previously with the Valentines (1966–1970) and Fraternity (1971–1973), [3] [4] joined AC/DC after his former bandmate Vince Lovegrove introduced him to George during their stopover in Adelaide. [5] Scott had worked as a driver for the group in that city until an audition promoted him to lead singer. [6]
Burgess was later part of Dead Singer Band, a tribute band. He performed around Australia in the Dead Singer Band Lost Legends Showcase, a show dedicated to Australian singers who have died. [10] On 16 December 2023, [11] AC/DC's official social media announced that Burgess had died at the age of 77. [12] [13] [14] [15]
Ronald Belford "Bon" Scott (9 July 1946 – 19 February 1980) was an Australian singer who was the second lead vocalist and lyricist of the hard rock band AC/DC from 1974 until his death in 1980. [1]
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Colin Burgess. Colin Burgess, the original drummer for the legendary Australian rock band AC/DC has sadly died.He was 77. The news was announced on the band's official Instagram account Saturday ...
Colin Burgess, AC/DC's original drummer, has died, the band announced Friday on social media. He was 77.
AC/DC were formed in the Australian pop music scene of the early to mid-1970s, [1] which is described as the third wave of rock music. [2] Many local 1960s artists – e.g., the Easybeats and the Masters Apprentices, had attempted to gain international recognition but achieved limited commercial success overseas and disbanded after returning to Australia.
Colin Burgess, the original drummer of iconic rock band AC/DC, has died, the group announced Saturday. He was 77. “Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess.