AC/DC

Ballbreaker

First released1995

Ballbreaker was recorded at the Warehouse Studio in Vancouver, Canada during 1994 and early 1995. The album was produced by Rick Rubin, known for his minimalist production approach, alongside the band members themselves. Recording engineer Mike Fraser, who had worked extensively with AC/DC, played a key role in capturing the album's sound. Rubin's production philosophy emphasized the band's raw energy and live feel, deliberately moving away from excessive studio manipulation that characterized some 1980s rock production. The album marked a significant commercial and critical comeback for AC/DC following the departure of founding member Malcolm Young and represented a return to the group's blues-based hard rock roots.