Loading... Please wait...Malcolm Young was an Australian musician and songwriter best known as the co-founder and rhythm guitarist of AC/DC. Born on January 6, 1953, in Glasgow, Scotland, he moved to Australia with his family as a child and later formed AC/DC in 1973 with his younger brother Angus Young. Although Angus often received attention for his energetic stage performances, Malcolm was widely regarded as the driving force behind the band’s powerful sound, creating tight, hard-hitting guitar riffs that became central to classic songs like Back in Black and Highway to Hell. Known for his precision, discipline, and songwriting ability, Malcolm is considered one of the greatest rhythm guitarists in rock history. His work helped make AC/DC one of the most successful and influential rock bands of all time, and his legacy continues to inspire musicians around the world.