When it comes to picking the best Australian hard rock band, AC/DC is definitely at the top of the list. The band has changed the sound of rock music and the many great guitar riffs are still among to most loved in the world.

Picking the best AC/DC tracks is not an easy feat, but here’s our take of the top ten. If you want to listen to proper rock or try out your guitar skills, these ten songs are great to add to your repertoire.

1. Highway To Hell

Highway To Hell is from the similarly named album from 1979. The guitar riff from the song has taken over the world and most beginner guitarists will dabble at it at some point.

It’s a great song about the hardships of the rock and roll lifestyle. The energy and the passion in the song have continued to amaze fans of all ages. It’s never been a huge chart success, but people love it nonetheless.

Check out the backing track for the song on our website, if you want to add your own riffs to the song.

2. You Shook Me All Night Long

If you are looking for something fun, then You Shook Me All Night Long is a classic. The song is from the famous Back In Black album and it’s one of the most played AC/DC songs of all time.

Again, it makes for a great guitar practice and Guitar World has even placed in on their ‘Greatest Guitar Solos’ chart.

It’s a fun upbeat song to listen to and to sing along to – a perfect party hit.

3. T.N.T.

T.N.T. is one of the earliest songs by the Australian band and it has plenty of rawness to give it a kick. The song was released as a single in 1976 and it was part of the T.N.T album in Australia, but published internationally as part of the High Voltage album.

The song is great to play on the guitar. Check out our backing track and give the riff your own spin. This isn’t the easiest of songs to play, but it’s definitely a fun one to play around with.

4. Thunderstruck

You simply can’t compile a list of the best tracks without the classic Thunderstruck. The great thing about the song is that it made AC/DC appear on the global stage again.

The band wasn’t as popular when the song came out, but when it was released in 1990, everyone was remindedone the greatest rock and roll bands is still alive and kicking.

5. Stiff Upper Lip

Stiff Upper Lip is from the more recent line of songs by AC/DC. It’s taken from the similarly named album, released in 2000. It’s a great song taking the band’s music back to its roots, with plenty of loud guitar and great riffs.

The song is still very fresh, so it won’t feel dated. If you are into singing, then this is a great song to hone your vocal talents. Check the backing track and give the song your own unique touch.

6. Back In Black

You also can’t compile an AC/DC top track list without Back In Black. It’s often voted at the top end of all time best rock songs and it isn’t any wonder. The song has one of the most memorable guitar riffs of all times and you can’t start your guitar-playing career without learning it.

The song was written as a tribute to the former singer Bon Scott and it’s a celebration of his talent. It’s an upbeat and energetic song – everyone’s favourite.

7. Hells Bells

Hells Bells is a great song with a unique twist. You’ll only here a slow tolling of a bell before the guitar floodgates are opened and the song truly takes off.

The song is from the Back In Black album and it’s the first song on Brian Johnson’s debut in the band. There are plenty of versions and re-mastered versions of the song out there. If you want to practice it, our backing track is a great help.

8. Whole Lotta Rosie

Rock bands are never afraid to add a bit of shock factor or a political statement to their songs and Whole Lotta Rosie has quite a story behind it. The 1977 song is rumoured to be about a one-night stand Bon Scott had with an overweight Tasmanian woman.

Whatever the song’s meaning, it definitely rocks and deserves to be a fan favourite. It’s a fun song, with the guitar riff and drumming adding lovely twists to the overall theme of the song.

9. Shot Down In Flames

Shot Down In Flames is not as well known as some of the other songs in the list, but the track is definitely worth listening to. It appeared on the second side of the Highway To Hell album and it’s become a fan favourite.

Critics also seem to love the song and it isn’t any wonder. It has a great energetic theme, with typical, old-fashioned rock sounds all over the song.

Finding the song online isn’t always easy, but if you want to play it, you should check out our backing track for the song.

10. Ride On

Ride On is almost like marmite among AC/DC fans. The song was released in 1976, with some people calling it too much of a ballad. But for most, it is actually a very cool blues-like song.

The song is very passionate and perfect for anyone suffering from heartache. But the blues-vibes in it make it a great classic rock hit.

It even appeared on the soundtrack of the Stephen King classic, Maximum Overdrive in 1986.

The above ten songs make for a great rock and roll playlist. If you are looking to get yourself started with playing the guitar, then mastering the above songs is definitely a great way to get started!