On this day April 19, 1980, Brian Johnson was announced as the new lead singer of AC DC, just two months after the tragic death of former frontman Bon Scott. Scott had passed away in February from alcohol poisoning, leaving the future of the band uncertain. But rather than calling it quits, AC DC made the decision to move forward — and Johnson’s arrival would soon lead to one of the biggest albums in rock history.
Brian Johnson’s powerful vocals and energetic presence gave the band a new spark. Within months, he was in the studio with the group recording what would become Back in Black, a tribute to Scott and one of the best selling albums of all time. Johnson’s debut with AC DC marked a turning point, proving the band’s resilience and ability to evolve without losing their raw rock and roll edge.
Fun fact: Before joining AC DC, Brian Johnson had been the singer for the band Geordie and had once been praised by Bon Scott himself for his stage performance.
Trivia question: What was the name of the band Brian Johnson sang in before joining AC DC in 1980?
Brian Johnson’s powerful vocals and energetic presence gave the band a new spark. Within months, he was in the studio with the group recording what would become Back in Black, a tribute to Scott and one of the best selling albums of all time. Johnson’s debut with AC DC marked a turning point, proving the band’s resilience and ability to evolve without losing their raw rock and roll edge.
Fun fact: Before joining AC DC, Brian Johnson had been the singer for the band Geordie and had once been praised by Bon Scott himself for his stage performance.
Trivia question: What was the name of the band Brian Johnson sang in before joining AC DC in 1980?
