You could very easily convinced me that ‘Freedom Fighter’ was Warren Zevon in fist-pumping angry mood. Two tracks are sung by Joe Perry, and both are gems. Perhaps the only real surprises here, are that Aerosmith occasionally don’t sound like Aerosmith, and on each occasion when they don’t, it actually works quite well. That production has neutered his big funky balls and results in less swing than I like in my ‘ Smith songs. Tumbling, taut Joe Perry riffs and the way Tyler drags out the last word of every line and the band pile in with the harmonies, well, it puts a smile on my face however many times they do it. I do wish Tom Hamilton‘s bass was more upfront though. All the Aerosmith classic moves are utilised on ‘Street Jesus’ ,’Lover Alot’ and ‘Beautiful’. ‘Legendary Child’ is, in fact, not only a homage to ‘Last Child’ but also a retelling and celebration of their past.Īmongst all the nostalgia and usual teeth-itchingly sugary ballads, there are a handful of good rock songs. Speaking of their original heyday circa “Rocks” and “Toys in the Attic”, it seems Aerosmith have taken the time to consider their legacy and several tracks here slyly re-purpose famous lyrics. A sinful error when even unsigned bands can produce amazing sounding records. It lacks either the high shine magic of “Pump” or the raunchy power of earlier “Rocks” era material. I’m sure all the big guns have been assembled as usual in the hope of one last hurrah for a band who surely haven’t got many more records in them.ĭespite all thi,s it’s a shame to report that this album sounds a little flat. One look at the writing credits will dispel that though, with the likes of Dianne Warren attached to hopefully provide a couple more hits.
This release has slipped under my radar, giving rise to fantasies of the guys secretly bashing this out in a home studio whilst the WAG’s upstairs are organising a charity dinner. What with Steven Tyler being kicked out the band and then descending into American talent show hell. I didn’t think Aerosmith as we knew them were making records any more.
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