Rock or Bust
AC/DC · 2014
34 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · blues rock
Energetic riffs and anthemic choruses deliver classic rock power with a fresh urgency.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady energy for road trips anthemic choruses for sing-alongs short bursts of excitement
- Context
- Released on December 2, 2014, 'Rock or Bust' is AC/DC's first album since the departure of founding guitarist Malcolm Young due to health issues. This album marked their return after a six-year hiatus and was significant as it continued their legacy of hard-hitting rock while navigating lineup changes during a critical phase in their career.
- If you like
- hard rock, rock & roll, blues rock
Rock or Bust is an album by AC/DC, released in 2014. Energetic riffs and anthemic choruses deliver classic rock power with a fresh urgency. Upon its release, 'Rock or Bust' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, solidifying AC/DC's status as rock icons. The album received generally favorable reviews and was notable for being produced without Malcolm Young, showcasing the band's resilience and ability to adapt. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rock or Bust sound like?
Energetic riffs and anthemic choruses deliver classic rock power with a fresh urgency. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll.
What makes Rock or Bust by AC/DC notable?
Upon its release, 'Rock or Bust' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, solidifying AC/DC's status as rock icons. The album received generally favorable reviews and was notable for being produced without Malcolm Young, showcasing the band's resilience and ability to adapt. Released on December 2, 2014, 'Rock or Bust' is AC/DC's first album since the departure of founding guitarist Malcolm Young due to health issues. This album marked their return after a six-year hiatus and was significant as it continued their legacy of hard-hitting rock while navigating lineup changes during a critical phase in their career.
Who is Rock or Bust for?
Rock or Bust works well if you're into steady energy for road trips, anthemic choruses for sing-alongs and short bursts of excitement.
How many songs are on Rock or Bust?
Rock or Bust has 11 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rock or Bust Standout 3:03
- 2 Play Ball Standout 2:47
- 3 Rock the Blues Away 3:24
- 4 Miss Adventure 2:57
- 5 Dogs of War Standout 3:35
- 6 Got Some Rock & Roll Thunder 3:22
- 7 Hard Times 2:44
- 8 Baptism by Fire 3:30
- 9 Rock the House 2:42
- 10 Sweet Candy 3:09
- 11 Emission Control 3:41
Release Date
December 2, 2014
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
34 min 54 sec
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