Originating in Boston, Aerosmith formed in 1970 and played their first concert at what is now called Miscoe Hill Middle School in Mendon. The current line-up is comprised of Steven Tyler on vocals, ...

When it is at its best, ROCK THIS WAY is not just a cruise ship karaoke offering of the two rock bands; it’s a history lesson ...

The upshot was that Perry walked out of the band (his version) or he was sacked (Tyler’s). Either way, and as Tyler later remarked dryly, Aerosmith had actually split over spilt milk.

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Last August, Aerosmith announced the band would retire from touring after more than 50 years after Tyler injured his larynx while singing onstage. "As you know, Steven’s voice is an instrument ...