AC/DC's Bon Scott, who died in 1980 at age 33, would reach his 80th birthday this month. The milestone prompts reflection on his enduring legacy as the band's charismatic frontman, with the question of whether he might still be commanding stages today, given that rock peers such as Mick Jagger and Paul McCartney continue touring well into their later years.

Classic Rock magazine dedicates its latest issue to Scott's memory through a feature assembled by AC/DC expert Kurt Squiers, combining personal recollections from those who knew or performed alongside him. The issue also includes interviews and retrospectives covering other rock luminaries, including Rob Halford, Alice Cooper, Joe Perry, and content about recent Rolling Stones material.