Posted in: Musicouching by Mnofdichotomy on November 9, 2009 | 16 Comments
Farewell to one of the best ever…
There are great rock bands, and there are legends. Aerosmith falls easily into the latter category; they rank with the likes of Kiss, Led Zeppelin, and Metallica as not only one of the most influential bands of all time, but one with one ofe the most remarkable stretches of longevity that pop music has ever seen. They have spanned 4 entire decades, reaching multiple generations and creating what will forever be some of Rock and Roll’s classics.
Apparently the band has been under some strain for quite some time, to the point where lines of communication have failed; enough so that Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry has said that singer Steven Tyler has quit the band “as far as I can tell.”
And so, as Tyler goes his own way, a rock and roll institution ends. Perry has said the band will continue, we all know how that ends. They may find someone to step in for Steven Tyler, but replacing an icon, as we’ve seen over and over, never works.
So, as we contemplate the end of a chapter in music history, let us take a look back at some of the classic moments in the history of one of Rock music’s best ever.
Dream On
An epic performance of one of the greatest songs ever made.
Walk This Way
Rap and Rock music have long since integrated themselves into one another; this may be the song that started it all.
Sweet Emotion
Another of the songs that left it’s mark on musical culture.
Amazing
Now known as simply ‘The Trilogy’, the three videos Aerosmith did with actress Alicia Silverstone were huge. This one, Cryin‘, and Crazy ruled the MTV airwaves for over a year.
Janie’s Got a Gun
One of the best videos the band ever put out.
I Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing
Ironically, this was by far the biggest hit of the band’s long and storied career.
Pink
Another huge hit; a throwback to their bluesy background.
Jaded
They become a much more commercially viable band in the later stages of their career; this was a huge success comercially.
What It Takes
Funny how Tyler became something of a cheesy love song crooner, isn’t it?
Like all great rock bands, though, Aerosmith made their reputation with their live performances. Here are some classics.
Come Together
Some of their younger fans don’t even know this was a Beatles song first.
Toys In The Attic
We sometimes forget the old stuff…
Bring It On Home (With Led Zeppelin)
Aerosmith and Zeppelin. Enough Said.
Back In The Saddle Again
Another classic.
Great bands never seem to go out the way the should; it always seems like they ought to go out in a blaze of glory, yet they seem all too often to limp out with a whimper. But with bands like Aerosmith, it doesn’t matter. When you become the institution after which all others judge, you can go out any damn way you please.
To the ‘Bad Boys From Boston’… thanks for the memories.
Sn0W1310 November 9th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
I love Aerosmith, they’re one of my favourite bands. Sad to see them break up, it really is the end of one epic era.
Jane Benitez November 9th, 2009 at 10:12 pm
Interesting article and thanks for sharing.
Bo Jack Russo November 9th, 2009 at 11:18 pm
I absolutely love that band,this sucks.
maranatha November 9th, 2009 at 11:53 pm
Nice tribute. I stumbled for you.
BradONeill November 10th, 2009 at 12:39 am
this isn’t a test run on your false rumor theory is it??? These guys are great and have been for a long long long time. It has to come to an end someday better this way then an overdose.
Papa Sparks November 10th, 2009 at 2:44 am
I’ve been listening to them since 1975 and it was probably time for them to call it quits. They’ve given us a lot of great music and stayed around longer than most bands.
nutuba November 10th, 2009 at 8:27 am
Great article. I’ve long been an Aerosmith fan (since, oh, 1975 or thereabouts). Their longevity has been amazing.
Darla Smith November 10th, 2009 at 9:18 am
I love the band Aerosmith! No one could ever replace Steven Tyler.
julio November 10th, 2009 at 9:38 am
well they havent done much in the last few years so im not all that upset
Diverseblogger November 10th, 2009 at 11:29 am
Great piece!
LovelyWolf November 10th, 2009 at 11:49 am
I thought I would never see this day. Now I’m more hurt. First Michael passes, then this. I can’t believe it, oh where have the good times gone?
Great report by the way, it’s very well written!
Faith Hodge November 10th, 2009 at 12:06 pm
You have done them great justice here. Fabulous article. I really like these guys music. Thanks for this share. TU and sharing.
R J Evans November 12th, 2009 at 7:59 am
All good things must come to an end I guess (sob). Great article, really enjoyed revisiting some of the old tunes…
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tman555 November 13th, 2009 at 2:16 am
I might be young, but I love Aerosmith.
marty akkashian November 13th, 2009 at 6:01 pm
I had not heard of this until now. They sure made great music and they put on great concerts. I have seen them many times. Hopefully, every now and then they’ll do a concert.
ROCKERLEE November 15th, 2009 at 6:28 pm
I will miss that group and it is one of my favorites forever.please guys work things out and keep going we all love ya dudes !!!