Malcolm Young Confirmed To Be Taking A Break From AC/DC

Read the band's statement here.

Published 16th Apr 2014

Following days of speculation surrounding Malcolm Young's health and the future of AC/DC, the band have now confirmed that Young will be taking a break.

They have also reassured fans however that the band will continue to make music.

You can read the statement, which was posted on AC/DC's official Facebook page below:

_"After forty years of life dedicated to AC/DC, guitarist and founding member Malcolm Young is taking a break from the band due to ill health. Malcolm would like to thank the group’s diehard legions of fans worldwide for their never-ending love and support.

"In light of this news, AC/DC asks that Malcolm and his family’s privacy be respected during this time. The band will continue to make music._"