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Devil's Got a New Disguise: The Very Best of Aerosmith

Aerosmith

Album 2006

About this album

Sound: "Aerosmith's greatest hits surge with a blend of bluesy grit and hard rock anthems that defined a generation."

Where they were

Released in 2006, 'Devil's Got a New Disguise' serves as a retrospective collection during Aerosmith's enduring career, highlighting key tracks from their early days in the 1970s through their commercial resurgence in the 1990s. This compilation arrived after their previous studio album, 'Honkin' on Bobo,' showcasing their legacy while also introducing new material like the title track.

Why it matters

'Devil's Got a New Disguise' solidified Aerosmith's place in rock history, debuting at number 17 on the Billboard 200 and receiving positive critical acclaim for its selection of hits. The album not only captured the band's influence on rock music but also reignited interest in their classic sound, influencing a new generation of rock musicians.

Essential tracks

  • "Dream On" — This iconic ballad showcases Steven Tyler's soaring vocals and serves as a defining anthem for both the band and rock music itself.
  • "Walk This Way" — Blending rock with hip-hop influences through its collaboration with Run-D.M.C., this track exemplifies Aerosmith's crossover appeal and cultural significance.
  • "I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing" — As the band's most commercially successful single, this power ballad propelled them back into mainstream fame, becoming synonymous with romantic cinema.
  • "Sweet Emotion" — The song’s groovy bassline and vivid lyrics capture the essence of the '70s rock scene, symbolizing Aerosmith's raw energy and lyrical storytelling.

Release Date

January 1, 2006

Artist Origin

United States

Tracklist

  1. 1 Dream On 4:26
  2. 2 Mama Kin 4:26
  3. 3 Sweet Emotion 4:36
  4. 4 Back in the Saddle 4:40
  5. 5 Last Child 3:26
  6. 6 Walk This Way 3:41
  7. 7 Dude (Looks Like a Lady) 4:22
  8. 8 Rag Doll 4:25
  9. 9 Love in an Elevator 5:22
  10. 10 Janie’s Got a Gun 5:31
  11. 11 What It Takes 4:08
  12. 12 Crazy 4:04
  13. 13 Livin’ on the Edge 4:21
  14. 14 Cryin’ 5:09
  15. 15 I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing 4:28
  16. 16 Jaded 3:35
  17. 17 Sedona Sunrise 4:18
  18. 18 Devil’s Got a New Disguise 4:27