The original drummer of AC/DC Colin Burgess has died.
The band announced on Saturday the musician has passed away and paid tribute to the ‘very respected’ musician. He was aged 77.
His cause of death in unknown.
The band’s heartfelt statement said: ‘Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a very respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace Colin.’
The original drummer of AC/ DC Colin Burgess has died. The band announced on Saturday the musician has passed away and paid tribute to the ‘very respected’ musician. He was aged 77
The band’s heartfelt statement said: ‘Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a very respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace Colin
The band’s original members 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 hit number 17 in the United States and number eight in the United Kingdom.
Other successful albums included Back in Black and For Those About to Rock We Salute You.
AC/DC sold more than 200 million records worldwide and has cemented a reputation as one of the most influential rock bands of all time.
