Aerosmith

America’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll band just refuses to stay off the stage. Two years after Aerosmith retired from touring, the Bad Boys from Boston are back for two all-star nights at the Hollywood Bowl, and on Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio Steven Tyler’s scream and Joe Perry’s riffs never left.

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What’s new with Aerosmith

• Back on stage, for two nights. “Aerosmith & Friends” plays the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 29 and November 1, 2026, with Don Was as musical director and guests including Slash and Duff McKagan, Heart, Billy Idol, Sammy Hagar and The Black Crowes.
• Still retired from touring. The band left the road in August 2024 after Steven Tyler’s vocal-cord injury. These are special shows, not a tour.
• A new No. 1. One More Time, their EP with Yungblud, arrived in November 2025, and “My Only Angel” became their first No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Hard Rock Songs chart.
• Rocks turned 50 in May 2026. If you only own one ’70s Aerosmith album, make it this one.

Station picks: the Aerosmith songs to start with

Our five essentials:

1. Dream On (1973). Tyler at the piano, building to that scream. Still gives us chills.
2. Walk This Way (1975). The riff, the rap remake with Run-DMC, the whole story.
3. Sweet Emotion (1975). Tom Hamilton’s bass line and a talk-box groove for the ages.
4. Back in the Saddle (1976). The stomping opener of Rocks.
5. Janie’s Got a Gun (1989). The comeback-era epic that proved they still had teeth.

Three deep cuts worth your time:

1. Seasons of Wither (1974). A haunting Tyler ballad from Get Your Wings.
2. Nobody’s Fault (1976). Heavy, dark and one of their hardest-hitting tracks.
3. Kings and Queens (1977). A moody, cinematic deep cut from Draw the Line.

If you like Aerosmith, try

• AC/DC: riff-first hard rock with the same swagger
• The Rolling Stones: the band Aerosmith grew up wanting to be
• ZZ Top: blues-rock boogie built to be played loud
• Led Zeppelin: the blueprint for Perry and Whitford’s guitars

Aerosmith on tour

Aerosmith has retired from touring. The only announced shows are the two Hollywood Bowl nights in Los Angeles: October 29 and November 1, 2026. For other legends still on the road, see our Classic Rock Concerts & Tours 2026–2027 guide.

Aerosmith quick facts

• Formed: 1970, Boston
• Lineup: Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, Joey Kramer
• Signature albums: Toys in the Attic (1975), Rocks (1976), Permanent Vacation (1987), Pump (1989), Get a Grip (1993)
• Biggest hit: “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” (1998), their only No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100
• Honors: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 2001
• Official site: aerosmith.com

Aerosmith FAQ

Is Aerosmith still touring?
No. They retired from touring in 2024, but they’re playing two special Hollywood Bowl shows on October 29 and November 1, 2026.

Can Steven Tyler still sing?
Tyler fractured his larynx in 2023, which ended the farewell tour. He sang on the 2025 One More Time EP and is set for the Hollywood Bowl shows.

Where can I hear Aerosmith?
On Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio, free and live 24/7 on the web and in our iPhone and Android apps. Want a favorite? Request it here.

Sources: Blabbermouth, Stereogum, One More Time EP. Last verified October 12, 2026.