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Aerosmith – Draw The Line (used)
Aerosmith – Draw The Line (used)
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"Draw the Line" is the fifth studio album by American hard rock band Aerosmith, released on December 9, 1977
. Key Information:
- Release Date: December 9, 1977.
- Genre: Hard rock. Some sources also list heavy metal and blues rock.
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Significance:
- This album followed the band's successful albums Toys in the Attic and Rocks, which led to their stardom.
- The album's recording was affected by the band's lifestyle and drug use, leading to some internal issues.
- Guitarist Joe Perry later called the album "the beginning of the end" and "the decay of our artistry".
- Production: Produced by Jack Douglas and Aerosmith.
- Recording: Recorded from June to October 1977 at The Cenacle in Armonk, New York, and Record Plant in New York City.
- Album Cover: Features a caricature of the band drawn by Al Hirschfeld.
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Singles: Three singles were released:
- "Draw the Line" (October 7, 1977)
- "Kings and Queens" (February 21, 1978)
- "Get It Up" (April 6, 1978)
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Commercial Performance:
- The album went platinum in its first month of release.
- It peaked at number 11 on the US Billboard 200.
- It was eventually certified 2x platinum.
- Sales decreased compared to previous releases.
- Critical Reception: Reviews were mixed, with some critics finding it chaotic and lacking the band's usual energy. However, some consider it a classic hard rock album with underappreciated gems.
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Tracklist: The album consists of nine songs:
- Draw the Line
- I Wanna Know Why
- Critical Mass
- Get It Up
- Bright Light Fright
- Kings and Queens
- The Hand That Feeds
- Sight for Sore Eyes
- Milk Cow Blues
"Draw the Line" is a significant album in Aerosmith's discography. It showcases the band at a turbulent but creative point in their career. It contains notable tracks like the title track, "Kings and Queens," and "Milk Cow Blues," and remains a favorite among many fans despite its perceived flaws.
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