SYDNEY: Australian music pioneer George Young, a driving force behind AC/DC which was fronted by his brothers Angus and Malcolm, has died aged 70, the band and his publishing house said Monday. “It is with pain in our heart that we have to announce the passing of our beloved brother and mentor George Young,” the band said in a statement. “George was a pioneer who, with close friends Harry Vanda and Ted Albert, created a new sound for the Australian music industry,” said Albert chief executive David Albert. “He will be missed.”Fellow Glaswegian and Cold Chisel frontman Jimmy Barnes also paid tribute, tweeting: “George Young RIP. A great songwriter, producer and a great human being.” AFPAFP/CC

Source: Manila Times October 23, 2017 06:40 UTC