Star of Bon Scott Docudrama Comments On Malcolm Young's Illness and Absence From AC/DC

Rob Liotti, screenwriter and star of the highly-anticipated Bon Scott docudrama, Bon Scott - The Legend of AC/DC Unauthorised, has been seemingly mum since the announcement that Malcolm Young would not participate in the recording of AC/DC's upcoming album due to health issues.

In a recent statement, Liotti said, "First, I am very saddened to hear about Malcolm's health issues. The guy has been a huge inspiration to me as a guitarist and songwriter, and I feel awful for his family. This is a huge blow to AC/DC as Malcolm has always really been the driving force behind them. Can they function without him? Certainly... Stevie Young is perfectly capable of stepping in for Mal as he did in 1988. However, it is a bit different dynamic with respect to the fact that he has recorded on the upcoming album."

"Stevie [Young] is an accomplished guitarist clearly influenced by his Uncle Malcolm. His work in Starfighters was good stuff, and he clearly cut the mustard when he toured with the band in '88," he continued.

  

  

  

A representative for HVP said, "The announcement of John's involvement with the project brought over 13,000 Facebook views in a (24) hour period. The news spread very quickly."



Director J.R. Getches, who is prepping for the trailer said, "John brings a wealth of knowledge and resources to the production side of this. We are excited!"



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