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On This Day: February 19, 1980 AC/DC’s Lead Singer Bon Scott Passed Away

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On This Day: February 19, 1980 AC/DC’s Lead Singer Bon Scott Passed Away.

On this day, February 19, 1980, rock and roll lost one of its most legendary voices as AC/DC’s lead singer Bon Scott passed away in London at the age of 33 due to alcohol poisoning. His death marked the end of an era for the band, as Scott’s raw energy, charismatic stage presence, and unmistakable vocals had helped define AC/DC’s signature sound.

Scott had been the frontman of AC/DC since 1974, leading the band through a string of hard-hitting albums, including High Voltage, Let There Be...
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