Aerosmith – “Rock For The Rising Sun” [Blu-ray Review]

Rock For The Rising Sun was filmed at various locations throughout Japan shortly after the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown devastated the country. Ignoring warnings to not make the trip, Aerosmith used their music in an effort to help the people of Japan.

Filmed in brilliant high quality HD, this is a pleasure to watch and the set list is absolutely phenomenal. Mixing some of their biggest hits like, “Love In An Elevator,” “Sweet Emotion,” and “Walk This Way,” with material from deep within their catalog, the viewer is treated to more than 90 minutes of high-energy, hard rocking fun that is an Aerosmith show. Interspersed between the live segments are candid snippets of the band traveling, exploring the country, and interacting with fans.

I thoroughly enjoyed watching the film, but judging by the smiles on the band members’ faces they might have enjoyed it even more. I think Rock For The Rising Sun is not only touching but also a must-have for Aerosmith fans, or fans of live music in general.

Track Listing:

01. Draw The Line
02. Love In An Elevator
03. Livin’ On The Edge
04. Hangman Jury
05. No More No More
06. Mama Kin
07. Monkey On My Back
08. Toys In The Attic
09. Listen To The Thunder
10. Sweet Emotion
11. Boogie Man
12. Rats In The Cellar
13. Movin’Out
14. Last Child
15. S.O.S. (Too Bad)
16. Walk This Way
17. Train Kept A Rollin”
Bonus Tracks:
01. Lick And A Promise
02. One Way Street

Run Time: 105 minutes
Release Date: July 23, 2013

Check out the song “Sweet Emotion”