AC/DC drummer Colin Burgess dies at 77 as band pays tribute to ‘highly respected musician’
Original AC/DC drummer Colin Burgess has passed away.
The band announced on Saturday that the musician had passed away and paid tribute to the ‘highly respected’ musician. He was 77 years old.
His cause of death is unknown.
The band’s heartfelt statement read: ‘Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a highly respected musician. Happy memories, rest in peace Colin.’
Original AC/DC drummer Colin Burgess has passed away. The band announced on Saturday that the musician had passed away and paid tribute to the ‘highly respected’ musician. He was 77 years old
The band’s heartfelt statement read: ‘Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a highly respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace Colin
The original members of the band were vocalist Dave Evans, bassist Larry Van Kriedt, drummer Colin, lead guitarist Angus Young and rhythm guitarist Malcolm Young.
Their biggest song worldwide was Highway to Hell, which reached number 17 in the United States and number eight in the United Kingdom.
Other successful albums were Back in Black and For Those About to Rock We Salute You.
AC/DC has sold more than 200 million records worldwide and has built a reputation as one of the most influential rock bands of all time.