AC/DC rock band's original drummer Colin Burgess dies at 77
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 06:27 | 17 December 2023
- Modified Date: 06:32 | 17 December 2023
Colin Burgess, the first drummer of the renowned Australian rock music band AC/DC, has died, the band has confirmed. Burgess was 77.
"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 said on X on Saturday.
The cause of the Australian artist's death has not yet been disclosed.
Burgess, in 1973, founded the AC/DC band with his brother Angus, rhythm guitarist Malcolm Young, vocalist Dave Evans, and bassist Larry Van Kriedt.
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