Most rock worshipers will agree that Angus Young, guitarist of famous AC/DC band, is one of the most energetic performers ever. He and his wild acrobatics on stage became trademark of AC/DC, and you can't imagine this band without them. In addition to his crazy stage persona, he is one of the best rock guitarists of rock history.
Angus is born on March 31, 1955 in Glasgow, town in Scotland. Young and family moved to Australia in the '60s. Older brother of Angus, George, become famous in Easybeats, inspiring his younger brothers, Angus and Malcolm to begin learning guitar. Angus became fascinated by Chuck Berry, who influenced his playing style.
Gibson SG played by Angus
Angus and Malcolm formed first band in the early '70s, naming it AC/DC. Because band rehearsals were right after school, Angus often practiced in his school uniform. This look became such a hit so Angus decided to wear it on stage. He also began playing a Gibson SG, and that was the only guitar model that he played through his entire career. The Young brothers haven't been influenced by popular musical trends of the '70s (progressive rock, disco...), and played raw and simple three-chord rock. When singer Bon Scott arrived in the band, AC/DC became a worldwide sensation.
With massive worldwide success, AC/DC overcame a tragedy in 1980, when Bon Scott died from unknown reasons. Pretty soon, a replacement, Brian Johnson was in the band. Shortly after, AC/DC issued their biggest hit in the career: Back in Black.
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