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AC/DC Guitarist Stevie Young Hospitalized in Buenos Aires Ahead of Power Up Tour Stadium Gigs

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AC/DC guitarist Stevie Young was hospitalized in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Thursday (March 19) just days ahead of the legendary Australian hard rock group’s planned three-show run in the city.

According to the Associated Press, the 69-year-old nephew of late band co-founder guitarist Malcolm Young was “not feeling well” and as a precaution was admitted to a local hospital.

A spokesperson for the group said in a statement to Billboard on Friday morning (March 20) that, “Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, AC/DC band member Stevie Young was not feeling well.

Out of an abundance of caution, he was admitted to a local hospital where he is undergoing a full battery of tests.”

At press time no additional information was available on Young’s condition or the specifics of the reported ailment, but the spokesperson added, “Stevie is doing well and in good spirits.

He is looking forward to getting on stage on Monday.”

The veteran “Back in Black” group are scheduled to play three sold-out shows at Buenos Aires’…

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