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Simon Wright (born 19 June 1963) is an English drummer best known for his work with rock bands AC/DC and Dio. [1] He started playing drums at the age of 13 [2] and cites Cozy Powell, Tommy Aldridge and John Bonham as his greatest influences. He was also the drummer for Rhino Bucket, UFO and Operation: Mindcrime. [3]
Jan 5, 2019 · Simon Wright, former AC/DC drummer and current DIO DISCIPLES member, talks about his time in the Australian rock band and why he left in 1990. He also shares his memories of recording "Fly On The Wall" and "Who Made Who" albums and meeting Ronnie James Dio.
Aug 30, 2022 · Simon Wright, who played on three AC/DC albums from 1983 to 1989, shares his memories of big shows, recording sessions and his departure. He also reveals why he was not contacted to rejoin the band after Rudd's arrest and his current projects.
Dec 21, 2021 · Former AC/DC drummer Simon Wright discussed the circumstances surrounding his 1989 departure from the group. “I just wanted to play more,” Wright explained during a conversation with VW Music.
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How does a 19 year old kid from the UK become the drummer for one of the biggest Rock bands of all time? Check out Jason Green's exclusive interview with for...
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Watch Simon Wright, the former drummer of AC/DC and Dio, talk about his career and influences in this video interview by Jason Saulnier. Learn about his early days, his time with the legendary rock bands, and his current projects.
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Dec 21, 2021 · Simon Wright’s journey to Rock ‘N’ Roll immortality began from a young age, as a teenager playing local Manchester, and London bands A II Z, and Tytan. At the age of twenty, Simon Wright landed the gig of a lifetime, with ACϟDC, replacing longtime drummer Phil Rudd.
