Mutt Lange

Robert John "Mutt" Lange is a South African-born record producer and songwriter known for major rock, pop, and country hits.

Robert John "Mutt" Lange (born 11 November 1948) is a South African record producer and songwriter known for producing and co-writing numerous hit rock, pop, and country recordings. He has worked with AC/DC, Def Leppard, Bryan Adams, and Shania Twain, among others, and is associated with several of the best-selling albums in popular music. Lange's connection to Canada includes his marriage to Canadian country singer Shania Twain and his production work on her international hits.

Early life and background

Robert John Lange was born on 11 November 1948 in Mufulira, then in Northern Rhodesia (present-day Zambia), and is commonly described as South African. He grew up in South Africa and later worked in London.

Music production career

Lange became one of the most successful producers in rock and pop, with credited work on landmark albums by AC/DC, Def Leppard, Foreigner, The Cars, Bryan Adams, and others. He is especially associated with polished, high-selling studio productions that defined the commercial sound of 1980s and 1990s rock and pop.

Work with Shania Twain

Lange co-wrote and produced several recordings for Canadian country singer Shania Twain, including the blockbuster album *Come On Over*. That album is widely cited as the best-selling country album and one of the best-selling albums by a female artist.

Style and influence

Lange is known for a meticulous studio approach and for shaping the commercial sound of 1980s and 1990s rock and pop. His work is often cited as influential in arena rock and crossover country-pop production.