ROCK SOLID: Angus Young Reveals Secret Behind His Decades-Long Consistency With AC/DC and Celebrates a Career Full of Awards
In an exclusive interview that’s making waves across the music world, Angus Young, the legendary co-founder and lead guitarist of AC/DC, opened up about his unwavering commitment to rock and roll, reflecting on a career spanning over five decades — a journey defined by consistency, passion, and an ever-growing list of awards.
At 69 years old, Young is still electrifying stages across the globe, clad in his iconic schoolboy uniform and armed with his signature Gibson SG. Despite the changing tides of the music industry, the guitarist has remained fiercely loyal to the hard rock formula that catapulted AC/DC into global superstardom.
“People ask me how I’ve done it for so long,” Young shared. “The answer’s simple — I love what I do. I love the guitar, I love the stage, and I love playing for fans who’ve stuck with us all these years.”
Since the band’s formation in 1973, Angus has been the driving force behind AC/DC’s relentless sound and uncompromising style. From groundbreaking albums like High Voltage, Back in Black, and Highway to Hell, to their latest chart-topping release High Voltage Revival, Angus has never let up — consistently delivering high-octane riffs and unforgettable performances.
His dedication hasn’t gone unnoticed. Over the years, Young has accumulated numerous prestigious awards, both individually and with AC/DC. These include:
- Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003
- Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance
- ARIA Awards for Outstanding Achievement
- Classic Rock Roll of Honour Awards, including Living Legend
- A star on Hollywood’s RockWalk
Most recently, the band received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 Global Music Legends Gala, with Angus receiving a special commendation for his “unwavering dedication to the soul of rock.”
“He’s one of the most consistent and authentic artists of any generation,” said fellow guitarist Slash, who presented the award. “Angus never chased trends — he defined them.”
Fans and critics alike continue to marvel at Angus’s ability to maintain both musical integrity and an incredible work ethic. While many of his peers have faded into retirement, Young continues to tour, record, and inspire a new generation of rock musicians.
His philosophy is rooted in simplicity and authenticity. “Keep it raw. Keep it loud. Keep it real,” he says. “That’s always been the AC/DC way.”
With AC/DC’s ongoing world tour selling out arenas around the globe and the recent success of their newest album, Angus shows no signs of slowing down. As the face of one of rock’s most iconic bands, he continues to prove that longevity in music isn’t about gimmicks — it’s about passion, grit, and staying true to your roots.
As fans chant his name in packed stadiums, Angus Young remains a living symbol of rock and roll consistency — a man who, through decades of change, has never missed a beat.
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