Steven Tyler will be the first to admit
that the world really didn’t need yet another Aerosmith Greatest Hits album.
However, if you fancy one, “O Yeah! Ultimate Aerosmith Hits” is the one
to get, as it’s the only one to accurately cover their entire career (including
both record labels).
The songs are put basically in chronological
order, so of course Disc 2 pales in comparison to Disc 1. Early Aerosmith
was Aerosmith at it’s best, so Disc 1 is a great reminder of how great
this band actually was. Disc 2 is well, sappy power ballad central.
However, it would be unfair to criticize
Aerosmith’s career, as this disc’s task is to point out their career highlights,
and it does so wonderfully. It’s hard to imagine rather obscure songs like
“Seasons of Wither” or “Draw The Line” being more popular than “Train Kept
A Rollin,” “Back In The Saddle,” or “Lord of the Thighs” (none of which
are included), but that’s a minor nitpick. Also, having the radio remix
of “Just Push Play” will please Aerosmith collectors, however it of course
pales in comparison to the uncensored original.
Disc 2 does contain a couple of new studio
tracks, “Girls of Summer” and “Lay It Down.” “Girls of Summer” sounds more
like a Rod Stewart cover of “Some Guys Have All The Luck,” while “Lay It
Down” is yet another safe radio friendly power ballad. Of course the label
is going to try to get new tracks on there to get the fans excited, but
down the road, I would have rather had tracks like “F.I.N.E.” or “Eat The
Rich” take it’s place.
With Aerosmith’s rich career, it’s simply
impossible to give every fan each song they love with only two discs. So
with so many Aerosmith Best Of’s are on the market, “O Yea! Ultimate Aerosmith
Hits” is by far the best Aerosmith collection you can get... Well, until
“OOOOH Baby! Ultimate Ultimate Aerosmith” comes out.
Scott Vile’s Pick: Sweet Emotion (4:35)
CD Info
Aerosmith
– O Yeah! Ultimate Aerosmith Hits
Label: Columbia
Rating:
Tracks:Disc 1 1. Mama Kin
2. Dream On
3. Same Old Song And Dance
4. Seasons Of Wither
5. Walk This Way
6. Big Ten Inch Record
7. Sweet Emotion
8. Last Child
9. Back In The Saddle
10. Draw The Line
11. Dude (Looks Like A Lady)
12. Angel
13. Rag Doll
14. Janie's Got A Gun
15. Love In An Elevator
16. What It Takes
Disc 2
17. The Other Side
18. Livin' On The Edge
19. Cryin'
20. Amazing
21. Deuces Are Wild
22. Crazy
23. Falling In Love
24. Pink (South Beach Mix)
25. I Don't Want To Miss A Thing
26. Jaded
27. Just Push Play (Radio Edit)
28. Walk This Way (Run DMC)
29. Girls of Summer (New)
30. Lay It Down (New)
Posted by mega:
Check out some more info on aerosmith at http://www.artistoverview.com/AEROSMITH-bio115.html
Posted by me:
i agree with a true 24/7 aerosmith fan who cares if they have become a little bit more pop like?
Posted by Crazy Mick:
God i hate aerosmith. what a s**t band.
Posted by razzleberry:
i fu*ken love aerosmith! rock on man!!
Posted by CoolCat:
aerosmith still are good and i like all their stuff and to every one that thinks they are becoming to pop and all that other bull they arnt so just stop before you hurt yourself
Posted by Jess:
The author of this article made one mistake. I take from the above :"“Train Kept A Rollin,” “Back In The Saddle,” or “Lord of the Thighs” (none of which are included)," "Back In The Saddle" is number 9 on the first disc. Other comments: AEROSMITH ROCKS! !
Posted by A veteran rocker:
I LOVED Aerosmith in the
70s, and 80s. Steve's
pre Aerosmith band was great
too. Did you know Steve
used to play drums & sing
in a 3 piece rock band with
lead guitar and a keyboard
played that played bass with
his feet? They were HOT
and called the Chain Reaction.
Gave Steve a ride in my car once.
He's a nice guy.
Long live Steve,
and
thanks for the music.
Posted by Well good for you Boomer now go take a nap and we'll wake you later :
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Posted by Boomer:
I think aerosmith kix ass!
Posted by P$&^(^)*^HD L":
I think Aerosmith sold out and pretty much sox !
Posted by T546^#j()Q!43#$!)(*:
I thnk that aerosmith rox!
Posted by weird:
i love aerosmith and i think that they are far from pop pop is britney spears and the backstreet boys that probably should take some singing lessons or something but aerosmith is the best and thats not a matter of opinion (in my opinion)
Posted by ZOSO:
Aerosmith in the 70s kicked @ss but i cannot forgive them for mixing rap and rock. I hate that, and yes theyre gonna go on until their record sales drop or sadly one of them dies but i have to give them a break. Theyre pop now and that really sucks but they sure as hell are better than most pop. Atleast they play their own stuff.
Posted by #1:
yea except the greatness and insturments their only the best beand ever they gave their lifes to you people and all you have is disrespect and that's pathetic!!!!
Posted by yeaa aaa aaa !! !!!:
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Posted by special ed:
i got mail
Posted by FUKKEN SOLD OUT HAS BEENS :
- Signed Aerosmith
Posted by you will obey me.:
true fan man- they aren't as good as they used to be. don't be so ignorant, just because you like some of a band's music doesn't mean you have to like all of it. & they do owe me something, my thirteen bucks back for the second cd in the set which was far from good. yes they're still together, & just like an old married couple boring and monotonous to go along with it.
Posted by yeah but...:
Aerosmith now are a bunch of "POP" stars singing endless pussy ballards for 14 yr old girls, so if thats your thing buddy then go for it. Im not spending my cash on the crap they make anymore!
Posted by A True 24/7 Aerosmith Fan:
Why all this bitterness? The Aerofundamentalist's out there need to wake up. Why all the rage? Whatever they (Aerosmith) do, Wherever they do it God bless em! They are sober, very much alive and have stuck together for over 30 years. Not many marriages do that. Let them laugh all the way to the bank. They paid their dues (and still are - ask Leber and Krebs). Those boys bring me back to a carefree time. A time when I did not think about mowing the grass (I was too busy smoking it) my future kids, mortgages, etc. For two plus hours I can go back to those days and just enjoy! I thank God AND Aerosmith's wives and kids for the time they have to give up to let these boys entertain us and do what makes them happy. Life is so short people! Quit acting like Aerosmith OWES you something. Don't be a fair weather fan! I know someone will be reading this, respond and tell me to "Get a Life". To them I say "GET A GRIP"!
Posted by you will obey me.:
i only bought this because somebody f*cking stole my toys in the attic cd. i only listen to disc 1 the second sucks d*ck. it's like 2 different bands, old aerosmith? classic, one of the greats. New aerosmith? trash, a cheap reminder of the glory which once was. p.s. whoever has my f*cking cd better give it back, because if i ever find out who it was, your a$$ is mine b*tch.
Posted by We're just washed up overplayed losers:
-Aerosmith
Posted by Mr. Zogs:
And lets not forget how they sold out a long time ago and now you hear the endless "Just Push Play" Dodge commericals. I think that song is a bigger TURD than Jaded
Posted by Hey Dream on your an idiot:
your an idiot ass hole. Since signing their huge record deal they have to churn out almost 3-4 albumns a year. Wheres their artistic music i that ? I mean come on Jaded was crap as someone stated below, they are bascily a grown up adult Nsync "pop" act churning out mainstream dog shyt in masses. Im not saying forget the past and try something new, but I've lost my respect for them. I still have my collection of Aerosmith but I will still not buy the shyt they produce now. Hell they are getting dried up and as bad as the Stones now, which is pretty sad
Posted by Dream on:
Awwww,does the poor fool not know what hes talking about?
Posted by Dream on your an idiot:
Aerosmith should forget their past and follow their current path.Mellowed?tey quit the drugs and everyone says theve mellowod jesus your all idiots
Posted by DREAM ON:
Aerosmith is a legend indeed but they have mellowed a bit wich i hate.This CD is good ihave it but i dont listen to the 2nd CD at all Ive been a fan for 4 years now and my dad atleast 25 or so,so he was around when some of the good ones come out and he says they should have just made another toys in the attic.
Posted by JT:
I hate Aerosmith
Posted by matt:
aerosmith are legends and totally the best and garbage and dirty obviously stink, hence their names!
Posted by phez:
aerosmith rule
Posted by Garbage:
Aerosmith is not the Aerosmith of old who used to rock. Today they are just a cheesy "POP" act churning out crap... Jaded is a great example of a turd in a bowl.
Posted by Dirty:
I've been a fan for 30 years,this is a no brainer
Posted by thanks but we sold out long ago:
-Aerosmith
Posted by Rain:
This is the best compilation of Aerosmith!! Quite nice and the song Girls of Summer is great.
