They went on to stage an unexpected, multi-platinum comeback in the '90s after bottoming out and then getting a slicker version of their mojo back on 1987's "Permanent Vacation." But their reputation ultimately hinges on the early songs that dominate this look back at Aerosmith's best singles, topped, of course, by "Dream On" - a song that is to Aerosmith what "Bohemian Rhapsody" is to Queen. The Beatles, “Strawberry Fields Forever”įans noted that there was more pop, hip-hop, R&B, and dance songs in the new list compared to the one released in 2004.It's been 40 long years since the members of Aerosmith rolled out of Boston with the psychedelic funk of "Sweet Emotion," the single that would go on to become their first Top 40 entry on the Billboard Hot 100, prompting the reissue of an earlier recording titled "Dream On."Īnd with that, the path was effectively cleared for Aerosmith to rule the ariwaves and arenas of their generation with classics as timeless as "Back in the Saddle," "Walk This Way" and "Last Child." Here’s what the new top 10 list looks like:
The 2004 list had Bob Dylan’s “Like A Rolling Stone” ranked number one. The new list was published on Wednesday.Īretha Franklin takes over the number one spot with her classic hit “Respect”. Rolling Stone made their original list of top 500 songs of all-time in 2004. The magazine says it was created with help from over 250 artists, writers and producers. The entire list from Rolling Stone is available here. Here’s the full list of songs made by artists with strong Massachusetts ties: ties, each had one song on the list as well. The Cars (“Just What I Needed”), The Pixies (“Where Is My Mind”), and Carly Simon (“You’re So Vain”), three more musical acts with deep Mass. The band’s song “Roadrunner”, which was released in 1976, ranked 77th on the list. The Modern Lovers, who were led by Massachusetts-raised Jonathan Richman, also placed a song in the top 100. Her 1977 hit, “I Feel Love”, came in at 52nd. The highest ranking musician with Massachusetts ties was Donna Summer, who was born in Boston and raised in the state.
Taylor’s “Fire and Rain” was ranked 146th, Aerosmith’s “Dream On” was placed at 199th, and Boston’s “More Than A Feeling” came in at 212th. BOSTON (CBS) - Rolling Stone magazine just released an updated version its top 500 songs of all-time, and several musical acts with distinct Massachusetts ties made it onto the list with their signature hits.Īerosmith, Boston, and James Taylor were among the headliners.
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