Retirement canceled? Aerosmith announces two giant shows

Rock band Aerosmith has announced a return to the stage for two live performances at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, after announcing in August 2024 that they were retiring due to vocal cord issues of lead singer Steven Tyler. The shows are scheduled for October 29 and November 1, and will feature many guest artists, including Slash, Sammy Hagar, Billy Idol, and Run DMC.

Rock band Aerosmith announced last night a return to the stage for two live performances at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. The shows are scheduled for October 29 and November 1, ending a period of more than two years without live performances. The announcement came after in August 2024 Aerosmith announced their retirement from performing, following the cancellation of their farewell tour "Peace Out" due to vocal cord issues of lead singer Steven Tyler. The two shows are expected to feature many guest artists, including Slash and Duff McKagan from Guns N' Roses, Sammy Hagar, Billy Idol, Chad Smith from Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Morello from Rage Against the Machine, as well as the bands Run DMC, The Black Crowes, and Heart. Aerosmith began their activity in 1970, won four Grammy Awards, and released 17 platinum albums.