The Bon Scott Estate and exclusive licensing/merchandising partner Perryscope Productions have announced a wide-ranging programme of events and limited-edition releases to mark what would have been the legendary singer’s 80th birthday on 9 July 2026.
Bon Scott (1946-1980) fronted AC/DC, Fraternity and The Valentines, and remains one of rock’s most celebrated vocalists and lyricists.
“Bon’s attitude, demeanour, and frontman swagger gave him the Everyman persona that the world loved him for,” Rob Halford said. “His voice, look, and on-stage character drew us all in – there’s an unmatched uniqueness that solidifies Bon’s legendary status in rock ‘n’ roll.”
“I feel like Bon’s lyrics were way more punk in that they were just more realistic,” Scott Ian said. “You could read the lyrics to It’s A Long Way To The Top or Rock And Roll Singer, there’s no whiff of cheese anywhere. In the hands of other singers, it probably would have been terrible.
“He’s telling you a story in a way that’s just so relatable and so real life. And just hardcore, you know, real, there’s no fluff, there’s no bullshit. The way he could turn a phrase also keeps you interested, because it just doesn’t feel like I’m reading a generic story about some guy that wanted to be in a band.”
“Bon Scott was the coolest singer ever,” Lars Ulrich said. “The vocal delivery, the tongue-in-cheek double entendres and the magnetic personality. Those early AC/DC records – Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap, Let There Be Rock, Powerage, Highway To Hell – are just fucking timeless.”
Limited-edition collectibles
- Neumann is partnering with the Estate on a limited-edition signature product due on 9 July 2026.
- The Perth Mint will issue collector’s edition 1oz gold and 10oz silver bars bearing Bon’s name and likeness.
- Legendary artist Reg Mombassa has designed exclusive “Bon 80” artwork for posters, t-shirts and more.
- Knucklebonz will release a new Bon Scott collectible statue in 2026, inspired by images from the 1978 Powerage tour.
Apparel collaborations
- Dixxon Flannel Co. will launch a second limited-edition Bon Scott flannel in Heritage tartan.
- Copa Football Jerseys will release a collectible “Bon 80” football jersey in Heritage tartan.
- Additional new designs will be available via Perryscope’s official online store and Merch Jungle (Australia).
Official YouTube channel content
The Estate has partnered with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) to provide video content to Bon’s official YouTube channel, alongside newly filmed interviews with friends and admirers including Rick Springfield, Sammy Hagar and Scott Ian (Anthrax).
Tribute events
- Bonfest (Kirriemuir, Scotland) celebrates its 20th anniversary on May 1-3, 2026, with guests including Reef and former AC/DC drummer Chris Slade.
- Bon’s Birthday Bash returns to NYC on Monday, July 6.
- The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame And Museum will host a one-night theatrical screening of Let There Be Rock: The Movie, alongside a limited memorabilia display.
For updates and official merchandise, visit bonscottofficial.com.
