Rumoured AC/DC tour faces shake-up as key member reportedly steps back
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The rumble of the drums, the electrifying guitar riffs, and the unmistakable vocals of AC/DC have been a staple of the rock music scene for decades.
However, recent rumours suggest that the iconic Australian rock band may be facing a significant shake-up.
While no official announcements have been made, the music industry is abuzz with speculation about a possible tour, including a gig in Munich, Germany, in June.
But the rumoured tour may be missing a familiar face.
It is speculated that the band may be hitting the road without one of its key members, long-time bass player Cliff Williams.
AC/DC superfan and comedian Dean Delray, who has previously interviewed Williams, recently shared some potentially game-changing news.
According to Delray, a 'very reliable source' has informed him that Williams will not be participating in any potential tour.
Delray shared this news with his 71,000 followers on social media, along with a snippet of a 2020 interview with Williams.
The caption read, ‘Ok, last night I heard from a very reliable source that AC/DC will be touring with a new bass player this year.’
‘I’m not gonna say who it is. I’ll let AC/DC make that announcement.’
Delray added that he spoke with Williams three years ago, and the musician told him ‘straight up’ that ‘he would not be touring again’.
‘I was surprised that the fans didn’t seem to pick up on that,’ Delray said of the interview.
‘I just want to take this time to thank Cliff for absolutely rocking us on the bass for over 40 years. An absolute killer of groove. I love you brother.’
In the interview, Williams, now 74, hinted at his potential departure from the band's touring line-up.
He spoke candidly about his concerns, saying he would only commit to a few shows rather than an entire tour ‘for (the sake of) my health’.
'We all have our issues down the line,' he said, adding that he had ‘both’ physical and mental issues.
‘I definitely have some physical issues which I won’t bore you with. It’s tough.’
‘I’m very grateful for everything, it’s been fantastic,’ he continued.
‘(But) I was at a point—and this is at the beginning of the (2015-16) Rock Or Bust tour—that I just felt, for me, it was time to hang it up.’
‘I knew that I didn’t wanna keep doing these two-year tours, and I didn’t wanna hold them back, so I made them aware of the fact that this was gonna be my last go-round.’
You can check Dean Delray’s post below:
The potential loss of Williams on tour comes on the heels of another blow to the band.
In December 2023, original AC/DC drummer Colin Burgess passed away at the age of 77. The cause of his death remains unknown.
The band paid tribute to Burgess, saying, ’Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a very respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace, Colin.’
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However, recent rumours suggest that the iconic Australian rock band may be facing a significant shake-up.
While no official announcements have been made, the music industry is abuzz with speculation about a possible tour, including a gig in Munich, Germany, in June.
But the rumoured tour may be missing a familiar face.
It is speculated that the band may be hitting the road without one of its key members, long-time bass player Cliff Williams.
AC/DC bassist Cliff Williams would be stepping back from any potential AC/DC tour. Credit: @deandelray / Instagram
AC/DC superfan and comedian Dean Delray, who has previously interviewed Williams, recently shared some potentially game-changing news.
According to Delray, a 'very reliable source' has informed him that Williams will not be participating in any potential tour.
Delray shared this news with his 71,000 followers on social media, along with a snippet of a 2020 interview with Williams.
The caption read, ‘Ok, last night I heard from a very reliable source that AC/DC will be touring with a new bass player this year.’
‘I’m not gonna say who it is. I’ll let AC/DC make that announcement.’
Delray added that he spoke with Williams three years ago, and the musician told him ‘straight up’ that ‘he would not be touring again’.
‘I was surprised that the fans didn’t seem to pick up on that,’ Delray said of the interview.
‘I just want to take this time to thank Cliff for absolutely rocking us on the bass for over 40 years. An absolute killer of groove. I love you brother.’
In the interview, Williams, now 74, hinted at his potential departure from the band's touring line-up.
He spoke candidly about his concerns, saying he would only commit to a few shows rather than an entire tour ‘for (the sake of) my health’.
'We all have our issues down the line,' he said, adding that he had ‘both’ physical and mental issues.
‘I definitely have some physical issues which I won’t bore you with. It’s tough.’
‘I’m very grateful for everything, it’s been fantastic,’ he continued.
‘(But) I was at a point—and this is at the beginning of the (2015-16) Rock Or Bust tour—that I just felt, for me, it was time to hang it up.’
‘I knew that I didn’t wanna keep doing these two-year tours, and I didn’t wanna hold them back, so I made them aware of the fact that this was gonna be my last go-round.’
You can check Dean Delray’s post below:
The potential loss of Williams on tour comes on the heels of another blow to the band.
In December 2023, original AC/DC drummer Colin Burgess passed away at the age of 77. The cause of his death remains unknown.
The band paid tribute to Burgess, saying, ’Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a very respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace, Colin.’
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