AC/DC Singer's 'Deafness' Fears: Other Musicians Who Suffer From Severe Hearing Problems

AC/DC have postponed the rest of their US tour after the band’s lead singer, Brian Johnson, was told he risks total hearing loss if he continues.

The 68-year-old has been the lead singer of the band since 1980 – and their future has now been put in doubt.

However, he is not the first musician to suffer from hearing problems due to his line of work.

Action on Hearing Loss said anyone regularly exposed to noise levels above 85 decibels risked permanent hearing damage.The charity’s senior audiologist, Louise Hart, said: “If you’re a musician, or someone who enjoys going to concerts regularly, you should wear ear protection, which reduces your exposure and could save your hearing.”