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\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n Colin Burgess<\/strong><\/a>, the original drummer of AC\/DC<\/strong><\/a>, has died. <\/p>\n The Australian musician was 77 years old.<\/p>\n Colin<\/strong> served as the drummer of the Masters Apprentices from 1968 to 1972. His subsequent time with AC\/DC lasted from November 1973 to February 1974. The band\u2019s other founding members are: singer Dave Evans<\/strong>, bassist Larry Van Kriedt<\/strong>, and guitarists Angus<\/strong> and Malcolm Young<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Keep reading to find out more\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n On Saturday (December 16), AC\/DC\u2019s official Instagram page announced the tragic news<\/a>. <\/p>\n \u201cVery sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess,\u201d the band wrote alongside an old photo of their former colleague. \u201cHe was our first drummer and a very respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace Colin.\u201d<\/p>\n As of now, the cause of Colin<\/strong>\u2018s death has not been revealed. <\/p>\n We send our sincere condolences to Colin<\/strong>\u2018s loved ones during this difficult time.<\/p>\n So many stars have sadly passed away in 2023.<\/a> <\/p>\n <\/span><\/p><\/div>\n