Aerosmith's debut album becomes a bestseller more than 50 years after release

The 1973 album 'Aerosmith' has debuted on Top Album Sales chart for first time after release of 'Legendary Edition'

More than five decades after it first hit shelves, Aerosmith’s self-titled debut album is experiencing an unexpected commercial resurgence, finally becoming a bestseller thanks to a newly released special edition.

According to Forbes, the band’s 1973 album Aerosmith has now debuted on the Top Album Sales chart for the first time, driven by the release of a revamped “Legendary Edition.” This marks a rare achievement for a project that originally launched over 50 years ago, proving the enduring appeal of the rock group’s earliest work.

The re-release includes remastered tracks, previously unreleased material, and updated packaging, all of which helped spark renewed interest among both longtime fans and new listeners. The album, best known for introducing the band’s classic hit “Dream On”, has long been considered a foundational piece of their catalog, even if it didn’t initially dominate global charts upon release.

In fact, while the album eventually achieved commercial success in the US, it took decades for it to gain similar traction internationally. Now, thanks to the reissue, it has charted across multiple rankings and secured a place among current bestselling albums.

The milestone adds to a wave of renewed success for Aerosmith in recent years, including chart performances tied to collaborations and catalog revivals. Even after retiring from touring due to frontman Steven Tyler’s vocal issues, the band continues to find new audiences and commercial wins.

The achievement highlights the lasting cultural and commercial power of classic rock, showing how legacy acts like Aerosmith can still compete in today’s music landscape, especially when iconic albums are reintroduced to a new generation.