Angus McKinnon Young, born on March 31, 1955, in Glasgow, Scotland, is a renowned Australian musician best known as the co-founder, lead guitarist, and songwriter of the legendary rock band AC/DC. Young's family emigrated from Scotland to Sydney, Australia, in 1963, where his musical journey began in earnest. Inspired by his older brother George, a member of the Easybeats, Angus, along with his brother Malcolm, developed a keen interest in music, particularly influenced by blues and rock 'n' roll artists like Chuck Berry and Muddy Waters.

In 1973, Angus and Malcolm formed AC/DC, a band that would go on to become one of the most successful rock acts in history. Known for his energetic performances and distinctive schoolboy-uniform stage outfit, Angus Young became an iconic figure in rock music. His stage antics, including his version of Chuck Berry's duckwalk and the "spasm" move, contributed to his reputation as one of the most entertaining performers in the genre.

Throughout his career, Young has remained a constant member of AC/DC, contributing to their raw, three-chord rock sound that predates punk rock. Despite the band's challenges, including the death of lead singer Bon Scott in 1980, Young and AC/DC achieved global success with albums like "Back in Black." Angus Young's influence extends across generations, impacting bands such as Guns N' Roses and Def Leppard. In recognition of his contributions to music, Young was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with AC/DC in 2003 and ranked 38th on Rolling Stone's 2023 list of the greatest guitarists of all time.