Rock legends pay tribute to Malcolm Young

Publish Date: Sunday, 19 November 2017, 10:01AM

Twitter / Brian Morton

Eddie Van Halen has led tributes to the late Malcolm Young.

The co-founder of rock band AC/DC tragically passed away on Saturday (18.11.17) at the age of 64, following a three-year battle with dementia, and the news was confirmed on the band’s Facebook page later the same day.

And since the news broke, tributes have flooded in, with Van Halen guitarist and co-founder Eddie dubbing it a “sad day in rock and roll”.

It is a sad day in rock and roll. Malcolm Young was my friend and the heart and soul of AC/DC. I had some of the best times of my life with him on our 1984 European tour. He will be missed and my deepest condolences to his family, bandmates and friends.
— Eddie Van Halen (@eddievanhalen) November 18, 2017

Rest in rock power AC/DC's #MalcolmYoung, #1 greatest rhythm guitarist in the entire history of rock n roll. THANKYOU for everything. pic.twitter.com/boXBDkJJ6W
— Tom Morello (@tmorello) November 18, 2017

RIP Malcolm Young
Legend.
He was the founding member of AC/DC & the engine that roared behind the most powerful band in the world.
He wrote Back In Black, Highway to Hell, You Shook Me All Night Long, Highway to Hell, so many songs...
Travel safely to the stars, Malcolm.
Legend. pic.twitter.com/xfjylBbh4u
— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) November 18, 2017

Malcolm,
Thank you for being an integral part of the soundtrack to my life. Your music is the definition of timeless and inspiring.
RIP. pic.twitter.com/B888DfXR9A
— Lars Ulrich (@larsulrich) November 18, 2017

So sad to learn of the passing of yet another friend, Malcolm Young. He will be sadly missed. God Bless @ACDC pic.twitter.com/HuEp3kCuyQ
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) November 18, 2017

'Malcom Young the best right hand in game! RIP. Play AC/DC loud all day!' KJ @acdc
— stereophonics (@stereophonics) November 18, 2017

RIP Malcolm Young 🖤 pic.twitter.com/7kHpkg6DK9
— Garbage (@garbage) November 18, 2017

The driving engine of AC/DC has died.A tragic end for a sometimes unsung icon. One of the true greats. RIP. https://t.co/cJe1Xr17IA
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) November 18, 2017

RIP Malcolm Young. Your guitar playing was a huge inspiration. Thanks for that #malcolmyoung #ACDC
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) November 18, 2017

We are deeply saddened to have heard the news of the passing of Malcolm Young from AC/DC. Malcolm was the heart and soul of AC/DC and as fine an example as any to rhythm guitarists everywhere. Rock In Peace, Malcolm. Hope we see you up there. Love Dropkick Murphys pic.twitter.com/qCWxmjmKEQ
— Dropkick Murphys (@DropkickMurphys) November 18, 2017

Our Thoughts & Prayers Are With His Family, Friends & Fans...Great Guy ...A Pleasure To Know...Truly Missed, Malcolm...XX https://t.co/1ECM7urBN8
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) November 18, 2017

The news of Malcolm’s passing was confirmed by AC/DC on Facebook, in a post written by his younger brother and band mate Angus.

It read: “Today it is with deep heartfelt sadness that AC/DC has to announce the passing of Malcolm Young. “Malcolm, along with Angus, was the founder and creator of AC/DC. “With enormous dedication and commitment he was the driving force behind the band. “As a guitarist, songwriter and visionary he was a perfectionist and a unique man. "He always stuck to his guns and did and said exactly what he wanted. “He took great pride in all that he endeavored. “His loyalty to the fans was unsurpassed. “As his brother it is hard to express in words what he has meant to me during my life, the bond we had was unique and very special. “He leaves behind an enormous legacy that will live on forever. “Malcolm, job well done. (sic)”

Rip Malcolm, you will be missed, thanks for the greatest rock and roll ever #ACDC #malcolmyoung pic.twitter.com/g6EjgqJ5Zr
— Brian Morton (@brianthemorton) November 18, 2017

This article was first published on BANG Showbiz and is republished here with permission.