Aerosmith - Pandora`s Box [Box]

Artist:

Aerosmith

UPC:

074646799529

See Also:

Tyler, Steven (Singer/Songwrite

Description:

PANDORA`S BOX is a comprehensive 3 CD/cassette set documenting Aerosmith`s years with Columbia (1972-1982). Among the 52 digitally remastered songs are 20 previously-unreleased recordings, alternate versions, unreleased live performances, rehearsal tapes and pre-Aerosmith recordings from Steven Tyler`s band Chain Reaction. Also included is a 64-page booklet complete with previously-unpublished photos from the band`s private collection, song-by-song commentary, and an essay by Rolling Stone`s David Wild.
Aerosmith: Joe Perry (vocals, guitar); Steven Tyler (vocals, harmonica, piano); Brad Dufay, Jim Crespo, Rick Dufay (guitar); Tom Hamilton (bass); Joey Kramer (drums).
Additional personnel: Derek St. Holmes, Charlie Farren (vocals, guitar); David Hull (vocals, bass); Paul Prastopino (banjo); Michael Brecker (tenor saxophone); Stan Bronstone (baritone saxophone); David Woodford (saxophone); Randy Brecker (trumpet); Joe Pearson (trombone); Scott Cushnie (piano); Dave Hewitt (bass); Ronnie Stewart (drums, percussion); Steve Pace (drums); Jay Messina (bass marimba).
Producers include: Adrian Barber, Jack Douglas, Ray Colcord, Gary Lyons, Aerosmith.
Compilation producer: Don DeVito.
PANDORA`S BOX is a comprehensive 3 CD/cassette set documenting Aerosmith`s years with Columbia (1972-1982). Among the 52 digitally remastered songs are 20 previously-unreleased recordings, alternate versions, unreleased live performances, rehearsal tapes and pre-Aerosmith recordings from Steven Tyler`s band Chain Reaction. Also included is a 64-page booklet complete with previously-unpublished photos from the band`s private collection, song-by-song commentary, and an essay by Rolling Stone`s David Wild.
Aerosmith: Joe Perry (vocals, guitar); Steven Tyler (vocals, harmonica, piano); Brad Dufay, Jim Crespo, Rick Dufay (guitar); Tom Hamilton (bass); Joey Kramer (drums).
Additional personnel: Paul Prestopino (banjo); Michael Brecker (tenor saxophone); Stan Bronstein (baritone saxophone); David Woodford (saxophone); Randy Brecker (trumpet); Jon Pearson (trombone); Scott Cushnie (piano); Jay Messina (bass marimba); Chain Reaction.
Whitford/St. Holmes: Derek St. Holmes (guitar); Brad Whitford (guitar); Dave Hewitt (bass); Steve Pace (drums).
Joe Perry Project: Joe Perry (vocals, guitar); Charlie Farren (guitar, background vocals); David Hull (bass, background vocals); Ronnie Stewart (drums, percussion).
Producers include: Aerosmith, Adrian Barber, Jack Douglas, Ray Colcord, Gary Lyons.
Compilation producer: Don DeVito.
Engineers include: Adrian Barber, Caryl Weinstein, Jack Douglas.
Recorded between 1966 & 1982.
Released at a time when Aerosmith was in the midst of a major comeback while recording for Geffen Records, this 1991 three-CD box set was put out by the band`s original label and is a treasure trove of material from the band`s golden age of 1973-1982. Also included are previously unreleased Aerosmith demos, rarities, and live tracks along with solo material by Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, and Stephen Tyler`s pre-Aerosmith band, Chain Reaction.
Unfairly labeled as America`s answer to the Rolling Stones, Aerosmith was more of a musical motorcycle gang armed with a sassy attitude, riff-heavy guitars, and a ripe appreciation for a well-placed double entendre. Hits like "Sweet Emotion," "Walk This Way," and "Dream On" are all certifiable classics, but it`s the lesser-known material like "Seasons of Wither," "Mama Kin," and "Major Barbra" that taps into the unfettered spirit that`s earned the band such die-hard fans. The other appealing aspect of this legendary group is how its members have retained the innocence of being fans themselves. Covers of the Beatles ("Come Together, "Helter Skelter"), Otis Rush ("All Your Love"), Bullmoose Jackson ("Big Ten Inch Record"), and Tiny Bradshaw ("Train Kept a Rollin") evidence the group`s slavish devotion to past masters.

Track Listing:

DISC 1:

1. When I Needed You
2. Make It
3. Movin` Out - (previously unreleased)
4. One Way Street
5. On the Road Again - (previously unreleased, take Rehearsal Pre-Production Jam)
6. Mama Kin
7. Same Old Song and Dance
8. Train Kept a Rollin`
9. Seasons of Wither
10. Write Me a Letter - (previously unreleased)
11. Dream On
12. Pandora`s Box
13. Rattlesnake Shake
14. Walkin` the Dog
15. Lord of the Thighs

DISC 2:

1. Toys in the Attic
2. Round and Round
3. Krawhitham - (previously unreleased)
4. You See Me Crying
5. Sweet Emotion
6. No More No More
7. Walk This Way
8. I Wanna Know Why
9. Big Ten-Inch Record
10. Rats in the Cellar
11. Last Child - (Remix)
12. All Your Love - (previously unreleased)
13. Soul Saver - (previously unreleased, take Rehearsal)
14. Nobody`s Fault
15. Lick and a Promise
16. Adam`s Apple - (previously unreleased)
17. Draw the Line - (Remix)
18. Critical Mass

DISC 3:

1. Kings and Queens - (previously unreleased)
2. Milkcow Blues
3. I Live in Connecticut - (previously unreleased, take Rehearsal)
4. Three Mile Smile
5. Let It Slide - (previously unreleased)
6. Cheese Cake
7. Bone to Bone (Coney Island White Fish Boy)
8. No Surprize
9. Come Together
10. Downtown Charlie - (previously unreleased)
11. Sharpshooter
12. Shit House Shuffle - (previously unreleased, take Rehearsal)
13. South Station Blues
14. Riff and Roll - (previously unreleased)
15. Jailbait
16. Major Barbara - (previously unreleased)
17. Chip Away the Stone - (previously unreleased)
18. Helter Skelter - (previously unreleased)
19. Back in the Saddle
20. (Untitled Hidden Track)

Album Information

Release Date:

03/18/1997

Type:

Boxed Set

Genre:

Rock & Pop

Subgenre:

Hard Rock

Label:

Sony Music Distribution (USA)

Catalog Number:

67995

Original Release Year:

1991

# of Discs:

3

SPARS Coding:

ADD

Studio/Live:

Mixed

Mono/Stereo:

Stereo

Runtime:

220 : 12

Guest Artist:

Michael Brecker; Scott Cushnie; Randy Brecker

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