• Reissue
• 180g
  
  

Aerosmith's Permanent Vacation arrived in 1987 as a commercial and critical turning point for the Boston hard rock legends. Following a period of relative commercial decline in the mid-1980s, the album marked their return to mainstream prominence, driven by MTV exposure and a refined production approach that didn't dilute their blues-rooted swagger. Within their catalog, it represents the band's successful navigation between arena rock accessibility and their signature hard-edged delivery, establishing the template they would refine throughout the late 1980s and 1990s.

The record moves confidently through its sonic landscape, from the sultry, bass-driven opening of "Heart's Done Time" to the glam-rock theatricality of "Dude Looks Like a Lady," which became one of their signature tracks. "Rag Doll" showcases the band's ability to balance rhythmic precision with classic Aerosmith strut, while deeper cuts like "Magic Touch" and "Simoriah" reveal the album's atmospheric range—exploring textures that extend beyond straightforward hard rock bombast. The overall production keeps vocals and hooks prominent without sacrificing instrumental muscle, creating an album that rewards both casual listening and close attention.

This 2016 reissue restores Permanent Vacation to vinyl with careful mastering that captures the warmth and detail of the original recording. The LP format emphasizes the album's sequencing and flow—qualities often lost in digital compression—making this pressing an essential acquisition for collectors and those seeking the record in its intended analog presentation.

Tracklist:

A1. Heart's Done Time (4:42)
A2. Magic Touch (4:40)
A3. Rag Doll (4:21)
A4. Simoriah (3:21)
A5. Dude Looks Like A Lady (4:23)
A6. St. John (4:12)
B1. Hangman Jury (5:33)
B2. Girl Keeps Coming Apart (4:12)
B3. Angel (5:10)
B4. Permanent Vacation (4:52)
B5. I'm Down (2:20)
B6. The Movie (4:00)