jff Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 Aerosmith is one of the only bands from the early '70s that still has the same lineup as their debut album. That's almost unprecedented. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 Aerosmith is one of the only bands from the early '70s that still has the same lineup as their debut album. That's almost unprecedented. There was a period of time when Joe and Brad were gone though - and also, the band ceased to be for a while. I would think these are the albums to have: Aerosmith Get Your Wings Toys in the Attic Rocks Draw the Line Live! Bootleg Night in the Ruts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
miss jayne Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 Oh man, do I have a story to tell from that tour (later, when I have some time). But you're 100% right on that one. I'll bet that story gives new meaning to the songs Train Kept a Rolling and Draw the Line Of course, then I'd have to tell a story about one of those early tours too! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 There was a period of time when Joe and Brad were gone though - and also, the band ceased to be for a while. True. Most bands from that era have at least one dead band member, or one who quit and never came back. The only other bands I can think of from the early/mid '70s that are intact are Rush and ZZ Top. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 27, 2008 Author Share Posted October 27, 2008 True. Most bands from that era have at least one dead band member, or one who quit and never came back. The only other bands I can think of from the early/mid '70s that are intact are Rush and ZZ Top. Rush had a different drummer on their first album. But I suppose most folks would still count Peart as the only "real" Rush drummer.Still, if you want to get into technicalities... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 Rush had a different drummer on their first album. But I suppose most folks would still count Peart as the only "real" Rush drummer.Still, if you want to get into technicalities... Thanks. I just realized my mistake, and was coming back to correct my post. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 27, 2008 Author Share Posted October 27, 2008 Thanks. I just realized my mistake, and was coming back to correct my post. No problem.Sometimes it's kinda fun to play the part of the nitpicking a-hole. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 True. Most bands from that era have at least one dead band member, or one who quit and never came back. The only other bands I can think of from the early/mid '70s that are intact are Rush and ZZ Top. We talked about that around here somewhere once. Even if one disregards the first Rush album, Neil came along in August 1974 (I think that is the date), and so, they have been at it since then without a change. Also - U2. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouisvilleGreg Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 I have all of the 70's albums on vinyl and I think have "Permanent Vacation," as well. "Rocks" is not only my favorite, but I saw an interview once where Slash said it was his favorite record of all time and that Appetite would've never happened had there been no "Rocks." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 I wonder if that means there would have been no Velvet Revolver without Honkin on Bobo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 I'll bet that story gives new meaning to the songs Train Kept a Rolling and Draw the Line Of course, then I'd have to tell a story about one of those early tours too! "Hey, Columbus!!" (they were in Indy). At one point, I'll never forget this, JP was up on the drum riser jamming right next to Kramer - looking Keef cool with the cig and guitar slung down low. He then falls flat on his face onto the stage. BRRRAANNGG! Loud screech from the guitar... roadie comes out, gets him up on his feet...hands him a different guitar...gives him a new cig, lights it. JP goes on playin' like nothing had even happened. A Rock and Roll true story. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nalafej Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 Slash's love for Rocks has been well documented. Found this interview with James Hetfield (Metallica) today that I thought I should share: What album have you listened to more than any other?I'd have to say Aerosmith's Rocks. When I was 15, I went over to watch this band rehearse. All I had was this little combo amp, and they had a real PA, the smell of the gear, the smell of tubes burning . . . I got hooked. In the back they had some Aerosmith records, and they played Rocks. At that point, I fell into the rock & roll fever. That was it. http://www.rollingstone.com/news/story/240...ames_hetfield/1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chumley Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 Let the Music Do the Talking is alright. That album kinda blows, but that is a pretty great song. I don't know that I ever heard the Joe Perry Project version. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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