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Angus Young

Born 31 March 1955.

Biography

Angus McKinnon Young (born March 31, 1955) is a Scottish-born Australian musician and the lead guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of the hard rock band AC/DC. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along with other members of AC/DC in 2003. Known for wild, energetic performances, schoolboy-uniform stage outfits and the duck walk, Young is ranked 96th on Rolling Stone's list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time".

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Credits

Role Artist Release
Instrument AC/DC Let There Be Rock (1977)
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