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Permanent Vacation

Aerosmith · 1987

51 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · rock & roll

Aerosmith blends hard rock grit with glam influences, delivering catchy hooks and a vibrant party atmosphere.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels catchy hooks for sing-alongs mid-tempo groove enjoyment
Context
Released on August 25, 1987, 'Permanent Vacation' marked Aerosmith's comeback after a period of commercial decline in the early '80s. This album was their first to feature new material since their 1985 live album and set the stage for a series of successful releases that rejuvenated their career.
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hard rock, heavy metal, rock & roll

Permanent Vacation is an album by Aerosmith, released in 1987. Aerosmith blends hard rock grit with glam influences, delivering catchy hooks and a vibrant party atmosphere. The album spawned several hit singles, including 'Dude (Looks Like A Lady)', which reached No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. It played a crucial role in establishing Aerosmith as a dominant force in rock music during the late '80s and helped them gain a new generation of fans. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Permanent Vacation sound like?

Aerosmith blends hard rock grit with glam influences, delivering catchy hooks and a vibrant party atmosphere. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes Permanent Vacation by Aerosmith notable?

The album spawned several hit singles, including 'Dude (Looks Like A Lady)', which reached No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. It played a crucial role in establishing Aerosmith as a dominant force in rock music during the late '80s and helped them gain a new generation of fans. Released on August 25, 1987, 'Permanent Vacation' marked Aerosmith's comeback after a period of commercial decline in the early '80s. This album was their first to feature new material since their 1985 live album and set the stage for a series of successful releases that rejuvenated their career.

Who is Permanent Vacation for?

Permanent Vacation works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, catchy hooks for sing-alongs and mid-tempo groove enjoyment.

How many songs are on Permanent Vacation?

Permanent Vacation has 12 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·51:46

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Heart's Done Time 4:42
  • 2 Magic Touch 4:40
  • 3 Rag Doll Standout 4:21
  • 4 Simoriah 3:21
  • 5 Dude (Looks Like A Lady) Standout 4:23
  • 6 St. John 4:12
  • 7 Hangman Jury 5:33
  • 8 Girl Keeps Coming Apart 4:12
  • 9 Angel Standout 5:10
  • 10 Permanent Vacation 4:52
  • 11 I'm Down 2:20
  • 12 The Movie 4:00

Release Date

August 25, 1987

Genre

hard rock, heavy metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

51 min 46 sec