Bon Scott’s legacy is getting the full rock royalty treatment this year, with the late AC/DC frontman’s estate announcing a massive merch campaign to mark what would have been his 80th birthday.
Dropping on July 9 – Bon’s actual birthday – the collection spans everything from high-end collectibles to wearable tributes, created in partnership with Perryscope Productions. And honestly… it’s an appropriately over-the-top celebration you’d expect for one of rock’s most iconic frontmen.
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Among the standout pieces are limited-edition gold and silver bullion bars from The Perth Mint, following on from the sold-out Bon Scott coin collaboration back in 2024.
There’ll also be posters and apparel featuring exclusive artwork by legendary Aussie creative Reg Mombassa, a third ultra-detailed Bon Scott statue from Knucklebonz (based on the 1978 Powerage tour era), and a range of tartan-inspired gear – including flannel shirts and a special “Bon 80” soccer jersey – tied to the official Bon Scott tartans developed with Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers.
And if that wasn’t enough collector fuel, German audio giants Neumann are also releasing a limited-edition signature product in Bon’s honour – though exactly what it is remains under wraps for now.
Beyond the merch drop, fans will also get fresh archival content via a new Bon Scott YouTube channel launching in partnership with the Australian ABC. The channel will feature exclusive interviews and reflections on Bon’s life and influence, with contributors including Rick Springfield, Fraternity’s Bruce Howe, Sammy Hagar and Anthrax’s Scott Ian.
Meanwhile, tributes to the legendary frontman will be ringing out around the world. Scotland’s Bonfest – the International Bon Scott Rock Festival – celebrates its 20th anniversary this May in his birthplace of Kirriemuir, while New York City will host its annual “Bon’s Birthday Bash” just days before the merch launch.
More than four decades after his passing, Bon Scott’s voice, swagger and influence still loom large over rock ‘n’ roll – and this milestone birthday is shaping up to be one hell of a global celebration.
Further Reading
AC/DC’s Bon Scott Is Getting His Own Biopic, Starring A Young Aussie Actor
Family Of Bon Scott Launch Official Website For The Late AC/DC Singer
Hear Previously Unheard Bon Scott Songs On New Box Set From His Pre-AC/DC Band, Fraternity
