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AC/DC
The hard rock band AC/DC was formed in 1973 by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young. The name AC/DC came from the acronym “AC/DC” meaning “alternating current/direct current”. The name became symbolic of the bands raw energy and power-driven performances. The band are consider, along with bands like Led Zepplin, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple, as one of the pioneers of hard rock.
Current members
- Brian Johnson – lead vocals (1980–present)
- Angus Young – lead guitar (1973–present)
- Malcolm Young – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (1973-present)
- Cliff Williams – bass guitar, backing vocals (1977-present)
- Phil Rudd – drums (1975–1983, 1994–present)
Past members
- Bon Scott - lead vocals (1974–1980)
- Simon Wright - drums (1983–1989)
- Chris Slade - drums (1989–1994)
- Mark Evans - bass (1975–1977)
- Dave Evans - lead vocals (1973–1974)