Aerosmith Share 'Dream On' Visual As Legendary Edition Arrives
(FunHouse) Aerosmith have released Aerosmith (Legendary Edition). In celebration of the album's arrival, Aerosmith have also released a brand-new official lyric video for "Dream On," available now.
For the first time, the Boston rock legends (Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Tom Hamilton, Brad Whitford and Joey Kramer) have assembled the definitive version of their multiplatinum self-titled debut, Aerosmith, originally released in 1973. In an effort to finally present their unfiltered vision now, Aerosmith Co-Founders Steven Tyler and Joe Perry have newly mixed the original recordings and tapes alongside GRAMMY Award-nominated producer and mixer Zakk Cervini and GRAMMY Award-winning producer Steve Berkowitz. As such, this fresh Remastered Album Mix of the record is the crown jewel of the robust Legendary Edition collection.
Aerosmith (Legendary Edition) is available now via Capitol Records / UMe in multiple configurations, outlined in detail below, including a 5LP Box, 4LP Slipcase, 1LP Black / 1LP Color, 3CD, 1CD and Digital. Aerosmith (Legendary Edition) also marks the first time Aerosmith's debut album is presented in Dolby Atmos. Stream or order it here
The various album configurations include the limited-edition Aerosmith (Legendary Collector's Edition). Housed in a stunning 5LP Deluxe Box Set, it boasts the Original Album now remastered on 180g Clear Vinyl, the brand-new Remastered Album Mixpressed on 180g translucent Red Vinyl, a highly sought-after live performance from Paul's Mall back in 1973 on 180g Black Vinyl, a host of recently unearthed and unheard studio tracks on 180g Black Vinyl, and an exclusive clear UV cloud-effect 12" vinyl with "Dream On" (Remastered) and "Dream On" (Mix) placed atop a printed sky-blue slipmat. With creative direction and iconic images by renowned photographer Ross Halfin, with creative direction by Halfin and Shabs Mohammad, the package documents the genesis of Aerosmith with a very special hardback book featuring never-before-seen photos. Penned by author and veteran music writer Rick Florino, the liner notes tell the story of Aerosmith in the band's own words with new interviews with all five original members as well as perspectives, thoughts, and adoration from the likes of Dolly Parton, Corey Taylor of Slipknot, Mike McCready of Pearl Jam, Jerry Cantrell of Alice In Chains, Chris Robinson of The Black Crowes, Slash of Guns N' Roses, Sully Erna of Godsmack, and more. The package also features an exclusive fold-out 24" by 36" poster and sticker sheet. The box itself unfolds into a 3D Aerosmith popup Diorama.
Additionally, two exclusive fanpacks are available for purchase. The Aerosmith - Legendary Collector's Edition Fanpack features the 5LP Deluxe Box Set and a satin bomber jacket, and Aerosmith - Legendary Edition Fanpack includes the Translucent Red Vinyl as well as a brand-new band T-Shirt.
Aerosmith (Legendary Deluxe Edition) consists of 4 LPs pressed on 180g Black Vinyl packaged in a premium slipcase with the remastered Original Album, the Album Mix, Live At Paul's Mall and the unearthed and unheard studio tracks on 2LPs accompanied by a book with the new liner notes, photos, and more.
Then, there's the 3CD Aerosmith (Legendary Expanded Edition). It comprises the remastered Original Album, Album Mix, Live at Paul's Mall, and the unearthed and unheard studio tracks. The 16-page booklet features new photos.
The Legendary Edition CD includes a 12-page booklet complete with photos, while the Legendary Edition LP is pressed on 180g Black Vinyl or limited-edition Translucent Red Vinyl encased within a numbered premium tip-on jacket.
Beyond the new mixes, the collection boasts a slew of hidden gems-which even Aerosmith's most ardent faithful have never experienced until now. Among those, listeners will uncover the "Harmonica Bass Jam Jelly," an unfiltered rehearsal and alternate take of "Make It," and the almost six-minute epic "Joined At The Hip." The latter jam illuminates their off-the-cuff chemistry in the early days and even previews the nascent "Sweet Emotion" lick on the bridge.
Aerosmith first released their self-titled debut, Aerosmith, on January 5, 1973. They had notably recorded it in the heart of Boston at Intermedia Studios on Newbury Street, cutting future classics "Make It," "Mama Kin," and, of course, "Dream On" during the sessions. The record's success would be one of rock 'n' roll's most famous slow-burn underdog stories. Upon its release, the quintet had hit the road hard for the next two years until "Dream On" finally took flight in the latter half of 1975. It eventually climbed into the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 and has persisted as arguably one of the most popular rock 'n' roll songs in history, landing on Rolling Stone's "500 Greatest Songs of All Time," gaining induction into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame in 2018, and even eclipsing 1.5 billion streams on Spotify to date.
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