Saluting Malcolm Young…
With the death of AC/DC co-founder and rhythm guitarist, Malcolm Young, who died today (Nov. 18), his fellow classic rock stars are mourning his passing. They are led by his brother and band co-founder, Angus Young, who wrote on the band’s Facebook page:
“As his brother it is hard to express in words what he has meant to me during my life, the bond we had was unique and very special. He leaves behind an enormous legacy that will live on forever. Malcolm, job well done.”
We’ve identified tributes from many other prominent rockers to share with you…
It is a sad day in rock and roll. Malcolm Young was my friend and the heart and soul of AC/DC. I had some of the best times of my life with him on our 1984 European tour. He will be missed and my deepest condolences to his family, bandmates and friends.
— Eddie Van Halen (@eddievanhalen) November 18, 2017
From Joe Elliott…
“I’m sad to hear of the passing of Malcolm Young. It was great to get the opportunity to open for AC/DC on the Highway To Hell tour & we certainly learned a thing or two. He was an incredible guitar player & the glue for that band onstage & off. RIP Malcolm, say hi to Bon.” – Joe
— Def Leppard (@DefLeppard) November 18, 2017
So sad to learn of the passing of yet another friend, Malcolm Young. He will be sadly missed. God Bless @ACDC pic.twitter.com/HuEp3kCuyQ
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) November 18, 2017
I’m sorry to hear about Malcolm Young, a fine player. pic.twitter.com/nxlxTrEZIS
— Tony Iommi (@tonyiommi) November 18, 2017
Sad news about Malcolm Young. Dementia is such a horrible disease. pic.twitter.com/hpjrlffVLX
— Geezer Butler (@GZRMusic) November 18, 2017
I have to go…I am losing it that Malcolm is gone. I hate this…
— Dave Mustaine (@DaveMustaine) November 18, 2017
This is a monumentally sad day in Rock n Roll. RIP #MalcomYoung Take a moment of silence in his… https://t.co/cjXUzL2NJU
— Slash (@Slash) November 18, 2017
I just heard Malcolm Young has died. He was and always will be one of the top 10 greatest. My heart goes out to the entire AC/DC family.
— Joe Walsh (@JoeWalsh) November 19, 2017
Former Atlantic Records President, Jerry Greenberg, described Young to Best Classic Bands: “A big piece of the sound of AC/DC. He would set the tempo and everyone would follow. A great musician who will be missed.”
"Malcolm was one of the great riff masters and one of the greatest rhythm
guitar players of all time. We are all going to miss him dearly. My condolences to Angus and all the family.” – Keith— Keith Richards (@officialKeef) November 21, 2017
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