Bon Scott

According to a new book, former AC/DC lead singer Bon Scott was nearly fired from the group back in 1975 after he almost died from a heroin overdose.

Hey everybody!!! It is time for me to share one of my favorites with you. Every day I cruise the internet looking for whatever tune floats my boat at the moment! Today my favorite is Bon Scott (an early Bon Scott). I would love to hear your suggestions, and who knows maybe I will post one of your favorites right here on The Hawk's website...

Supporters of a plan to raise money for a statue of Bon Scott in his hometown of Kirriemuir, Scotland received a big boost recently when AC/DC put their weight into the project with a post on their official website. The campaign is looking to raise over $75,000 (50,000 pounds) before June 5. As of today (May 16), they're one-third of the way there.

He was only 33 when he died, but former AC/DC frontman Bon Scott left his mark while he was alive -- and now he'll be getting his Hollywood due with a biopic that recently cast its leading man.

Let There Be Rock is a raw and energetic concert film that invites us into the “Bon Scott Era” of AC/DC. Showcasing the “Highway To Hell” tour, tracks include “Whole Lotta Rosie”, “Let There Be Rock” and a LOT more.   Filmed in December of 1979, two months before Bon Scott’s untimely death, to a sold-out audience in Paris, Let There Be Rock offers 13 full performances, never before seen footage an