AC/DC have officially announced that Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose is joining their band to complete their 2016 tour.
“AC/DC band members would like to thank Brian Johnson for his contributions and dedication to the band throughout the years,” the group said in a statement. “We wish him all the best with his hearing issues and future ventures. As much as we want this tour to end as it started, we understand, respect and support Brian’s decision to stop touring and save his hearing. We are dedicated to fulfilling the remainder of our touring commitments to everyone that has supported us over the years, and are fortunate that Axl Rose has kindly offered his support to help us fulfill this commitment.”
Alternative Nation first broke the news that Rose would likely be joining AC/DC on March 21st based on a rumor from GNRTruth’s MSL.