Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 2, 2025 · Entertainment

Aerosmith's Shocking Return: Can the Rock Legends Reunite for One Last Tour?

Aerosmith have teased a potential comeback tour, less than one year after they dramatically announced they would no longer perform on the road; the band are pictured circa 1978

Aerosmith Tease a Potential Comeback Tour: Could Steven Tyler's Voice Make a Miraculous Recovery?

In a shocking twist, Aerosmith has hinted at a possible comeback tour just a year after announcing their retirement from the road. The iconic rock band, known for hits like "Walk This Way" and "Dream On," had declared they were hanging up their instruments due to frontman Steven Tyler's incurable vocal issues.

However, in a recent interview with SiriusXM's Trunk Nation, guitarist Joe Perry revealed that he and his bandmates are still in touch and discussing the possibility of another Aerosmith gig. When asked if he thought Tyler would be willing to join a reunion tour, Perry laughed and said, "I think he would. I think it's just a matter of getting there."

In August 2024, the band revealed they were retiring from touring after 54 years, on account of frontman Steven Tyler's incurable vocal issues; Tyler pictured September 2023

Tyler's vocal struggles have been well-documented. In August 2023, the band announced they were retiring from touring after 54 years due to the frontman's vocal cord damage. But it seems that Tyler has made significant progress in his recovery, as Perry revealed that he and Tyler played together at a charity event in San Francisco, where they traded mics like old times.

Perry's comments have left fans speculating about the possibility of an Aerosmith comeback tour. While there's no official word yet, it seems that the band is open to the idea of getting back out on the road.

Aerosmith has been a staple of rock music for over five decades, with hits like "Sweet Emotion," "Toys In The Attic," and "Crazy." With four Grammy Awards and a Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame induction under their belt, they've earned their place as one of the most iconic acts in rock history.

The 76-year-old singer sustained vocal cord damage during their tour last year as the band released a statement last August to reveal the news

The band's original statement announcing their retirement was a heartfelt goodbye to their fans, thanking them for their unwavering support over the years. But it seems that Aerosmith may not be ready to say goodbye just yet.

In related news, Steven Tyler recently opened up about his vocal struggles, revealing that he had received strict doctor's orders not to sing for 30 days after sustaining vocal cord damage during a show in Elmont, New York. The injury forced the band to postpone their farewell tour, but it seems that Tyler has made significant progress in his recovery.

Aerosmith's comeback would be a major coup for fans of rock music around the world. With their unique blend of blues-based hard rock and pop sensibilities, they've managed to appeal to fans across generations. And with Tyler's legendary voice at the helm, it's no wonder that fans are eagerly awaiting any sign of a potential comeback.

The band formed in Boston in 1970 and had been touring for over five decades as they have had dozens of hits in the process leading to a Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2001; the band are seen in 1977

As Aerosmith's Joe Perry said in his interview with Trunk Nation, "I don't know, man. But we're talking about it. I mean, except for anything on the calendar, we're all alive and well, so we'll just have to see." With fingers crossed that an Aerosmith reunion is in the works, fans can only hope that the band will make good on Perry's words.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!

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Along with Steven (bottom center) the group consists (seen clockwise from Steven) Joey Kramer (drums) of, Tom Hamilton (bass), Brad Whitford (guitar) and Joe Perry (guitar); pictured in 1974

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Last year the iconic rock band had been forced to postpone the tour dates on their farewell tour after the frontman had sustained a vocal cord injury; Tyler and guitarist Joe Perry are seen in Philadelphia in September 2023

In September 2023 Steven (pictured at the time) released a statement about postponing the tour as he explained where it all went wrong as at the time he wrote: 'I¿m heartbroken to say I have received strict doctor¿s orders not to sing for the next thirty days'

The band had originally announced the farewell tour in May 2023 as it was set to begin in September of that year with 40 North American dates through January 2024; the band are seen in Elmont, New York on September 9, 2023

Aerosmith is the best-selling American hard rock band of all time, having sold more than 150 million records worldwide, including over 85 million records in the United States; the band are seen in Burbank back in June 1974

With 25 gold, 18 platinum, and 12 multi-platinum albums, they hold the record for the most total certifications by an American group and are tied for the most multi-platinum albums by an American group; Steven is seen in the Netherlands back in August 1990

The band was cruising into the late 80s but their success train was slightly derailed as Perry and Whitford left the band in 1979 and 1981 due to drug addiction and internal conflict; the band are pictured in Minnesota back in October 1978

In 1998 they achieved their first number-one hit with I Don't Want To Miss A Thing from Armageddon's soundtrack; Steven is seen in New York City back in March 1997

Aerosmith performed the Super Bowl halftime show in 2001 along with Britney Spears, boyband NSYNC, and rapper Nelly (pictured) and were inducted into the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame that year