Chris Slade Retires After 60-Year Drumming Career | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 22, 2026 · 1m

Veteran rock drummer Chris Slade, legendary for his stints with AC/DC, Tom Jones, and Manfred Mann, has officially retired after a six-decade career. At nearly 80, Slade shared the emotional news via social media, thanking fans and fellow musicians for the journey. He began drumming at 16 with Tom Jones and later became a key part of AC/DC’s lineup in the ’80s and ’90s, even stepping in for Phil Rudd during the 2015 tour. His most recent project, “Timescape” with The Chris Slade Timeline, was released in July 2024 — and while he’s hanging up the sticks, fans can still follow his band on…