Aerosmith is calling it a day after 54 years.
No more touring or live performances because leader Steven Tyler’s voice has given out.
The group has had a remarkable career, full of hits and live performance triumphs. But Tyler has literally sung his guts out around the world hundreds of times. He can take solace in being one of the greatest rock stars in history fronting one of the best bands of all time.
Can they try and make a final record? Bon Jovi, in a similar situation, just did exactly that — although they may make another. It’s hard to release albums if you can’t tour behind them.
Tyler and Joe Perry could still write songs, and produce records for new bands. Perry would be in much demand as a star featured player, like Slash. Let’s just hope Tyler stays in the spotlight no matter what he does. We need him!
Here’s the band’s message on social media:
It was 1970 when a spark of inspiration became Aerosmith. Thanks to you, our Blue Army, that spark caught flame and has been burning for over five decades. Some of you have been with us since the beginning and all of you are the reason we made rock ‘n’ roll history.
It has been the honor of our lives to have our music become part of yours. In every club, on every massive tour and at moments grand and private you have given us a place in the soundtrack of your lives.
We’ve always wanted to blow your mind when performing. As you know, Steven’s voice is an instrument like no other. He has spent months tirelessly working on getting his voice to where it was before his injury. We’ve seen him struggling despite having the best medical team by his side. Sadly, it is clear, that a full recovery from his vocal injury is not possible. We have made a heartbreaking and difficult, but necessary, decision – as a band of brothers – to retire from the touring stage.
We are grateful beyond words for everyone who was pumped to get on the road with us one last time. Grateful to our expert crew, our incredible team and the thousands of talented people who’ve made our historic runs possible. A final thank you to you – the best fans on planet Earth. Play our music loud, now and always. Dream On. You’ve made our dreams come true.
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