Colin Burgess, the original drummer of iconic rock band AC/DC, has died, the group announced Saturday.
Burgess was an Australian native who was one of the rock band's founding members, playing drums for the group after its inception in 1973.
Burgess was recruited in November 1973 to help form AC/DC, and fired in February 1974, accused of being drunk on stage.
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Colin Burgess, AC/DC's original drummer, has died, the band announced Friday on social media. He was 77.
The Australian drummer, also known for his work with rock band The Masters Apprentices, has passed away.
Colin Burgess, the original drummer of rock band AC/DC, has died at age 77.
The musician played first with The Masters before being recruited to join the legendary Australian rock band.
Cause of death of world-renowned Australian group's drummer not disclosed yet - Anadolu Ajansı.
The Hall of Fame musician was 77. “Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess,” the Australian rock band announced via Instagram on Saturday.
“Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a very respected musician,” wrote the band. “Happy memories, rock in peace Colin ...
Colin Burgess, the original drummer of rock band AC/DC, has died at age 77. His death was confirmed by the band in a statement on Facebook.