The third annual Bon’s Birthday Bash was held on July 9th in New York City at The Cutting Room (44 E 32nd St).
The only U.S. tribute event authorized by the Bon Scott estate, the Birthday Bash featured vocal luminaries Corey Glover of Living Colour, Constantine Maroulis, Steve Brown of Trixiter, Jimmy Kunes of Cactus, and many more. The band once again was Paul McGilloway on lead guitar, John Jackson on rhythm guitar, Ivan Bodley on bass, and Kenny Soule on drums, with the evening hosted by legendary rock radio personality Terrie Carr. The event also featured a Morrison Hotel Gallery pop-up showcasing never-before-seen images of Bon Scott by legendary rock photographer Steve Joester.
Held during Bon‘s 80th birthday week, the event brought fans, musicians, and the Bon Scott estate together for a one-night celebration of the voice, swagger, and spirit that helped define AC/DC‘s early era.
A video recap of the third annual Bon’s Birthday Bash, filmed and uploaded by the “NYROCKSTV” Phil Fiumano channel on YouTube, can be seen below.
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In my opinion the absolute best frontman ever in rock. Tons of swagger and attitude. Lots of unabashed masculinity as well. He seemed like he would have never “toned it down” to achieve a broader audience. They had their share of female fans but were never a “chick band”. Here are my three favorite frontmen :
1). Bon Scott
2).Early Van Halen DLR
3). Phil Lynott
Honorable mention: Freddie Mercury