Brian Johnson

English singer-songwriter, AC/DC frontman

Brian Johnson - English singer-songwriter, AC/DC frontman
Born

October 5th, 1947
77 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1947, this English singer and songwriter gained prominence as the lead vocalist of the rock band AC/DC. Joining the band in 1980, he replaced the late Bon Scott. The first album featuring Johnson, 'Back in Black,' became one of the best-selling albums of all time. Johnson's distinctive raspy voice contributed significantly to the band's commercial success and hard rock aesthetic.

Served as lead vocalist for AC/DC

Released the album 'Back in Black'

Contributed to AC/DC's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

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