Had a feeling this was coming soon, Malcolm has been sick for quite a while.
The quiet guy that hung in the background and played rhythm guitar, but the actual engine of this band. He was the writer of almost all of the hits for these guys, I'm glad we got some of his written tunes on the last studio release (although he did not play on the album) and can't imagine this crew being able to write new songs without him in the fold.
Many of or fave rockers did not lead the most "clean" life (smoking, heavy drinking,etc) so it is amazing some have made it this long, but still kind of a bummer when one moves on.
Another giant takes the trip outta here...
Malcolm Young, guitarist and co-founder of the legendary Australian hard rock band AC/DC, has died at the age of 64. He had been suffering from dementia for at least the past three years.
Malcolm died peacefully on Saturday with his family by his bedside, a statement said.
"Today it is with deep heartfelt sadness that AC/DC has to announce the passing of Malcolm Young," AC/DC wrote in a statement.
"Malcolm, along with Angus, was the founder and creator of AC/DC. With enormous dedication and commitment, he was the driving force behind the band. As a guitarist, songwriter and visionary, he was a perfectionist and a unique man. He always stuck to his guns and did and said exactly what he wanted. He took great pride in all that he endeavored. His loyalty to the fans was unsurpassed."
Malcolm's brother Angus said they were close until the end.
"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 said. "He leaves behind an enormous legacy that will live on forever."
In a separate statement to Australia's SBS, the band said: "Renowned for his musical prowess, Malcolm was a songwriter, guitarist, performer, producer and visionary who inspired many. From the outset, he knew what he wanted to achieve and, along with his younger brother, took to the world stage giving their all at every show. Nothing less would do for their fans."
Malcolm Young struggled with the onset of dementia for a period of time prior to being admitted to full-time nursing care in Sydney, Australia beginning in 2014.
He was replaced in AC/DC by Stevie Young, nephew of Malcolm and AC/DC guitarist Angus Young.
"We miss Malcolm, obviously," AC/DC singer Brian Johnson told TeamRock Radio in July 2014. "He's a fighter. He's in hospital, but he's a fighter. We've got our fingers crossed that he'll get strong again.
"Stevie, Malcolm's nephew, was magnificent, but when you're recording with this thing hanging over you and your work mate isn't well, it's difficult. But I'm sure he was rooting for us. He's such a strong man. He's a small guy, but he's very strong. He's proud and he's very private, so we can't say too much."
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www.blabbermouth.net/news/acdc-co-founde...lm-young-dead-at-64/
