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Ballbreaker

AC/DC · 1995

49 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · blues rock

A gritty blend of hard rock riffs and bluesy grooves, echoing AC/DC's classic sound with a modern edge.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady energy throughout for high-energy gatherings gritty riffs for headbanging
Context
Released on September 26, 1995, 'Ballbreaker' was AC/DC's 14th studio album and marked their return after a four-year hiatus following 'The Razor's Edge'. The band had experienced lineup stability since the early '90s with Brian Johnson as lead vocalist, which solidified their sound during this period.
If you like
hard rock, rock & roll, blues rock

Ballbreaker is an album by AC/DC, released in 1995. A gritty blend of hard rock riffs and bluesy grooves, echoing AC/DC's classic sound with a modern edge. 'Ballbreaker' debuted at number one on the Australian Albums Chart and reached the top ten in several countries, showcasing AC/DC's enduring popularity. The album's single 'Hard as a Rock' received notable airplay and solidified the band's presence in the competitive rock scene of the mid-'90s, contributing to their legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ballbreaker sound like?

A gritty blend of hard rock riffs and bluesy grooves, echoing AC/DC's classic sound with a modern edge. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll.

What makes Ballbreaker by AC/DC notable?

'Ballbreaker' debuted at number one on the Australian Albums Chart and reached the top ten in several countries, showcasing AC/DC's enduring popularity. The album's single 'Hard as a Rock' received notable airplay and solidified the band's presence in the competitive rock scene of the mid-'90s, contributing to their legacy. Released on September 26, 1995, 'Ballbreaker' was AC/DC's 14th studio album and marked their return after a four-year hiatus following 'The Razor's Edge'. The band had experienced lineup stability since the early '90s with Brian Johnson as lead vocalist, which solidified their sound during this period.

Who is Ballbreaker for?

Ballbreaker works well if you're into steady energy throughout, for high-energy gatherings and gritty riffs for headbanging.

How many songs are on Ballbreaker?

Ballbreaker has 11 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·49:51

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hard as a Rock Standout 4:30
  • 2 Cover You in Oil Standout 4:32
  • 3 The Furor 4:10
  • 4 Boogie Man 4:07
  • 5 The Honey Roll 5:34
  • 6 Burnin’ Alive 5:05
  • 7 Hail Caesar Standout 5:14
  • 8 Love Bomb 3:14
  • 9 Caught With Your Pants Down 4:14
  • 10 Whiskey on the Rocks 4:35
  • 11 Ballbreaker 4:31

Release Date

September 26, 1995

Genre

blues rock, hard rock

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Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

49 min 51 sec