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Colin Burgess, the original drummer of the iconic Australian rock band AC/DC, has passed away at the age of 77. The news was confirmed by the band through a statement on social media, expressing their deep sadness at the loss of their first drummer and acknowledging Burgess’s significant contribution to the band’s early years.
AC/DC wrote on Facebook, “Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a very respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace Colin.”
Colin Burgess joined AC/DC in 1973 and made his debut with the band on New Year’s Eve at Chequers nightclub in Sydney, Australia. At that time, the lineup included Angus and Malcolm Young on guitars, Dave Evans on vocals, and Larry Van Kriedt on bass. Burgess played on the original version of AC/DC’s debut single, “Can I Sit Next To You Girl,” featuring George Young on bass.
However, Burgess’s time with AC/DC was short-lived, as he was fired in February 1974 for allegedly being intoxicated on stage. Burgess maintained that his drink had been spiked. He was replaced by Phil Rudd, who became a long-standing member of the band.
“Can I Sit Next To You Girl” was later re-recorded with Rudd on drums, Mark Evans on bass, and Bon Scott on vocals for the second AC/DC album, “TNT,” released in 1975.
Before his tenure with AC/DC, Burgess was a member of the renowned Australian rock band The Masters Apprentices from 1968 to 1972. In recognition of his contributions to the music industry, Burgess was inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame in 1988 as a member of The Masters Apprentices.
Colin Burgess continued his musical journey beyond AC/DC, drumming with bands such as His Majesty and Good Time Charlie, and contributing to the Dead Singer Band, a tribute group.
The cause of Colin Burgess’s death has not been disclosed at this time. His legacy, however, lives on through his groundbreaking work with AC/DC and his influential role in shaping the early sound of the band.
