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Done with Mirrors

Aerosmith · 1985

35 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · rock & roll

Aerosmith blends gritty blues rock with glam-infused energy, creating an infectious, party-ready sound.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo flow consistent listening experience infectious energy throughout
Context
Released in 1985, 'Done with Mirrors' was Aerosmith's first studio album after a three-year hiatus and marked their return to the music scene. At this point in their career, the band had experienced significant turmoil, including substance abuse issues and lineup changes, making this album a pivotal moment in their revival efforts.
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hard rock, heavy metal, rock & roll

Done with Mirrors is an album by Aerosmith, released in 1985. Aerosmith blends gritty blues rock with glam-infused energy, creating an infectious, party-ready sound. 'Done with Mirrors' is notable for re-establishing Aerosmith's presence in rock music after a period of decline, peaking at number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album features their hit single 'Let the Music Do the Talking,' which helped pave the way for their later commercial success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Done with Mirrors sound like?

Aerosmith blends gritty blues rock with glam-infused energy, creating an infectious, party-ready sound. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes Done with Mirrors by Aerosmith notable?

'Done with Mirrors' is notable for re-establishing Aerosmith's presence in rock music after a period of decline, peaking at number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album features their hit single 'Let the Music Do the Talking,' which helped pave the way for their later commercial success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Released in 1985, 'Done with Mirrors' was Aerosmith's first studio album after a three-year hiatus and marked their return to the music scene. At this point in their career, the band had experienced significant turmoil, including substance abuse issues and lineup changes, making this album a pivotal moment in their revival efforts.

Who is Done with Mirrors for?

Done with Mirrors works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow, consistent listening experience and infectious energy throughout.

How many songs are on Done with Mirrors?

Done with Mirrors has 9 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·35:48

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Let the Music Do the Talking Standout 3:49
  • 2 My Fist Your Face 4:23
  • 3 Shame on You Standout 3:22
  • 4 The Reason a Dog 4:13
  • 5 Shela 4:25
  • 6 Gypsy Boots 4:16
  • 7 She’s on Fire 3:47
  • 8 The Hop 3:45
  • 9 Darkness 3:44

Release Date

January 1, 1985

Genre

hard rock, heavy metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

35 min 48 sec