Aerosmith have announced the Legendary Edition of their self-titled, multi-platinum debut album, originally released in 1973, “in an effort to finally present their unfiltered vision.” Band co-founders Steven Tyler and Joe Perry have newly mixed the original recordings and tapes alongside GRAMMY® Award-nominated producer and mixer Zakk Cervini and GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Steve Berkowitz. The set, in multiple configurations via Capitol Records/UMe, arrives March 20, 2026.
The various editions include a 5-LP super deluxe box set, 4-LP deluxe box set in a slipcase, 1-LP Black vinyl, 1-LP red color vinyl, 3-CD deluxe set and single CD. They’re available to order in the U.S./worldwide here and in the U.K. here.
To celebrate its arrival, Aerosmith shared “Mama Kin (2024 Mix),” giving fans a taste of what to expect from the newly mixed version of the record.
The 5-LP set boasts the original album remastered on 180g clear vinyl, the 2024 album mix pressed on 180g translucent red vinyl, a highly sought-after live performance from Paul’s Mall back in 1973 on 180g vinyl, a host of recently unearthed and unheard studio tracks on 180g vinyl, and an exclusive clear UV cloud-effect 12” vinyl with “Dream On” (2024 Remaster) and “Dream On” (2024 Mix) placed atop a printed sky-blue slipmat. With creative direction and iconic images by renowned photographer Ross Halfin, the package documents the genesis of Aerosmith with a very special hardback book featuring never-before-seen photos. Penned by author and veteran music writer Rick Florino, the liner notes tell the story of Aerosmith in the band’s own words with new interviews with all five original members as well as perspectives, thoughts, and adoration from fellow rockers. The package also features an exclusive fold-out 24” by 36” poster and sticker sheet. The box itself unfolds into a 3D Aerosmith popup Diorama.
A 4-LP set is pressed on 180g vinyl packaged in a premium slipcase with the remastered original album, the 2024 album mix, Live at Paul’s Mall and the unearthed and unheard studio tracks, accompanied by a book with the new liner notes, photos, and more.
Beyond the new mixes, the collection boasts a slew of hidden gems—which even Aerosmith’s most ardent faithful have never experienced until now. Among those, listeners will uncover the “Harmonica Bass Jam Jelly,” an unfiltered rehearsal and alternate take of “Make It,” and the almost six-minute epic “Joined At The Hip.” The latter jam illuminates their off-the-cuff chemistry in the early days and even previews the nascent “Sweet Emotion” lick on the bridge.
The multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning Rock & Roll Hall of Fame® inductees first released their self-titled debut on January 5, 1973. Tyler, Perry, Tom Hamilton, Brad Whitford and Joey Kramer had notably recorded it in the heart of Boston at Intermedia Studios on Newbury Street, cutting future classics “Make It,” “Mama Kin,” and, of course, “Dream On,” during the sessions. The record’s success would be one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most famous slow-burn underdog stories. Upon its release, the quintet had hit the road hard for the next two years until “Dream On” finally took flight in the latter half of 1975. It eventually climbed into the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 and has persisted as one of the most popular rock ‘n’ roll songs in history, helping the album earn 2x Platinum.
Aerosmith Legendary Edition Tracklist
CD1 – Aerosmith Original Album Remastered 2024
1. Make It
2. Somebody
3. Dream On
4. One Way Street
5. Mama Kin
6. Write Me A Letter
7. Movin’ Out
8. Walkin’ The Dog
CD2 – Aerosmith Original Album Remixed 2024
1. Make It
2. Somebody
3. Dream On
4. One Way Street
5. Mama Kin
6. Write Me A Letter
7. Movin’ Out
8. Walkin’ The Dog
CD3 – Paul’s Mall Live Performance March 20, 1973 + Bonus Tracks
1. Introduction
2. Make It
3. One Way Street
4. Somebody
5. Write Me A Letter
6. I Ain’t Got You
7. Mother Popcorn
8. Movin’ Out
9. Walkin’ The Dog
10. Train Kept A Rollin’
11. Mama Kin
Bonus Tracks
12. Train Kept A Rollin’ (Session Take)
13. Make It (Rehearsal Take)
14. Make It (Alternate Take)
15. Write Me A Letter (Alternate Take)
16. Harmonica Bass Jam Jelly (Session Take)
17. Joined At The Hip (Aerojam)
The various editions are available to order in the U.S./worldwide here and in the U.K. here.
As one of only four American rock bands with more than 90 million RIAA albums sold—and one of just two with 25 RIAA gold and platinum albums—their catalog includes 30 albums reaching the Billboard Top 200 and 28 songs appearing on the Billboard Hot 100. Both the 9x-Platinum Toys In The Attic [1975] and 4x-Platinum Rocks [1976] earned spots on Rolling Stone’s “500 Greatest Albums of All Time,” while their signature single “Dream On” not only streamed more than 5 billion times but also earned a place in the GRAMMY® Hall of Fame. Additional career highlights include producing era-defining music videos such as “Amazing,” “Crazy,” “Janie’s Got a Gun,” “Livin’ on the Edge,” and “Love in an Elevator.” Their Top 5 chart-topping hits include “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing,” “Angel,” “Janie’s Got a Gun,” and “Love in an Elevator.” “Dream On” ranks as the third most streamed classic rock song and the 18th most streamed rock song overall, based on Luminate data, spending 23 weeks on the chart and peaking at #6.
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