One of the reasons why Aerosmith, after a number of creatively lean years, are still given legendary credence and an eager ear with each new release, Rocks encapsulated the very essence of rock 'n' roll. They may have been the target of detractors who still pinned them as nothing more than a poor man's Rolling Stones, but Rocks pioneered a strength and swagger and real depth that remains very nearly unsurpassed. From the slowly escalating 'Back In The Saddle' to the dying strains of 'Home Tonight', this album held the full spirit and soul of Aerosmith in both hands.
Recorded at The Warehouse, Waltham, Massachusetts and the Record Plant, New York | Aerosmith:
Steven Tyler (vocals);
Joe Perry (guitar);
Brad Whitford (guitar);
Tom Hamilton (bass, guitar);
Joey Kramer (drums, percussion)
Additional personnel:
Paul Prestopin (banjo)
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Album - Billboard (North America) | Year | Chart | Position |
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| 1976 | Pop Albums | 3 |
Singles - Billboard (North America) | Year | Single | Chart | Position |
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| 1976 | "Home Tonight" | Pop Singles | 71 | | 1976 | "Last Child" | Pop Singles | 21 | | 1977 | "Back In The Saddle" | Pop Singles | 38 |
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