Major New Bon Scott Mural Unveiled At AC/DC Lane

The mural artwork has also been unveiled as exclusive Reg Mombassa x Bon Scott 80 commemorative merchandise.

It’s been nearly five decades since Bon Scott passed away, and next month would have marked the iconic rock frontman’s 80th birthday.

To celebrate, AC/DC Lane, located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, is getting a major upgrade with an impressive Bon Scott mural.

Created by Melbourne-based artist Era, the mural is based on exclusive commemorative artwork by Reg Mombassa of Mental As Anything, who’s also an award-winning artist.

Fans, Mombassa, Era, invited guests, and Melbourne Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece were among the attendees at today’s official rollout.

Bon Scott’s family said of the honour, “The Scott family have been fans of Reg Mombassa’s artwork (and music) for many years. His visual style is an iconic piece of Australian culture. To have him create a special piece commemorating Bon’s 80th birthday is an honour and a thrill.”

Melbourne Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece added, “Fifty years ago, Bon Scott and AC/DC made Aussie rock history when they rolled down Swanston Street on the back of a flatbed truck - bagpipes in tow - for their iconic It’s A Long Way To The Top music video.

“This moment sparked a surge of cultural energy that still reverberates today. Melbourne is the undisputed home of live music in Australia, and AC/DC is part of our city’s DNA.

“Era’s new Reg Mombassa-inspired Bon Scott mural is a fitting tribute to two Antipodean cultural icons - and you couldn’t find a better home for it than here in AC/DC Lane.”

The mural artwork has also been unveiled as exclusive Reg Mombassa x Bon Scott 80 commemorative merchandise, which became available at midday today. You can check out the merchandise here.

Bon Scott’s 80th birthday would have taken place on 9 July. Now, fans will have the opportunity to honour an Australian music legend.

Melbourne isn’t the only city honouring Bon Scott ahead of what would have been his 80th birthday. The Scottish city of Kirriemuir is home to the legendary BONFEST, which welcomes The Screaming Jets in April 2027.

“Bon Scott is a rock n roll hero - no question,” The Screaming Jets’ Dave Gleeson said this week. “He lived it like he sang it – straight up and hard, setting the stories of his wild life to the rock n rollinest band in the world. I love him so much, I’ve got a tattoo of him on my arm!

“So, to be heading to BONFEST in 2027 as Special Guests on the Friday night with The Screaming Jets is a massive buzz for us.”

He added, “We’re bringing full-tilt Aussie rock’n’roll with us - no holding back – we’ll be rockin out with the spirit of Bon in mind!”