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ANTHRAX’s SCOTT IAN: Why BON SCOTT-Era AC/DC Is ‘My Favorite Band Of All Time’
Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian has recalled hearing Bon Scott-era AC/DC for the first time as a teenager and explained why he regards the band as his favourite of all time. He says Bon’s voice, lyrics and storytelling made the group stand apart and helped shape his musical outlook.
Ian first heard “Rock ’N’ Roll Damnation” from *Powerage* in a junior high school lunchroom in Queens. He describes Bon’s lyrics as vivid, realistic and free of “cheese”, and says he learned rhythm guitar by playing along with Malcolm Young, whom he considers the greatest rhythm guitarist. Ian also regrets missing Bon perform on the *Highway to Hell* tour.
In short
- Scott Ian calls Bon Scott-era AC/DC his favourite band.
- “Powerage” was his introduction to Bon Scott’s voice.
- Ian learned rhythm guitar by playing along with Malcolm Young.
Explained simply
AC/DC are an Australian rock band whose best-known early line-up featured singer Bon Scott and guitarist Malcolm Young. Scott’s era included albums such as Powerage and Highway to Hell, and the band became known for direct lyrics and a strong, steady guitar sound.
Scott Ian is the guitarist in the American heavy metal band Anthrax. His account connects his own musical development to AC/DC: he says Scott’s lyrics and singing influenced how he heard songs, while playing along with Malcolm Young helped him learn rhythm guitar.
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