Aerosmith announcing retirement from touring for this ‘heartbreaking’ reason leaves fans devastated

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: It’s a sad farewell for rock band Aerosmith as they announced “to retire from the touring stage” after Steven Tyler’s voice was left permanently damaged by a vocal cord injury last year. 

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee band issued a heartbreaking statement on Friday, August 2, where they announced the cancellation of the remaining dates of their touring while providing an update on Tyler’s voice. 

Apart from Tyler, the other four members of the four-time Grammy-winning band are Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, and Joey Kramer.

Aerosmith announces retirement from touring citing Steven Tyler’s vocal cord issues

Aerosmith, responsible for classics like ‘Dream On’, ‘Love in an Elevator’, and ‘Livin’ on the Edge’ announced their retirement on Friday, August 2, by writing on their social media, as reported by The Canadian Press.

Reminiscing their band’s formation over 50 years ago, they wrote, “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,” they continued emotionally. 

However, they shared with their fans the gravity of Tyler’s injury, and wrote, “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,” they continued, before adding heartbreakingly, “Sadly, it is clear, that a full recovery from his vocal injury is not possible.”

Soon after, they announced their retirement, noting, “We have made a heartbreaking and difficult, but necessary, decision - as a band of brothers - to retire from the touring stage.”

They also attached a heartfelt note to their fans who have been with them since their inception, writing, “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,” continued the stars. 

They also added that whoever already purchased tickets from Ticketmaster would get refunded. 

However, they added in their post, “For those who purchased via third-party resale sites such as SeatGeek, StubHub, VividSeats, etc. – please reach out to your point of purchase for more details.”

Aerosmith's Steven Tyler announced vocal cord injury last year

Aerosmith announced their last tour ‘Peace Out: The Farewell Tour’ on May 1, 2023, by posting on Instagram, "PEACE OUT! After 50 years, 10 world tours, and playing for over 100 million fans… It's time for one last go!"

While the tour began on September 2, 2023, in Philadelphia, it was set to conclude on February 26, 2025 in Buffalo, New York. It was announced that Joey Kramer would not be a part of the tour to focus on his health.

However, early in September last year, tragedy struck when Tyler suffered vocal cord damage and doctors ordered him not to sing for at least 30 days. Though several shows were postponed, they were hoping that the band would be able to make a comeback. 

However, per the latest development, the band has decided to retire given the current status of Tyler’s health. We wish Tyler a speedy recovery!

Aerosmith fans left devastated at band's touring retirement

Fans were devastated to learn about Aerosmith's retirement from touring. While some of the fans started reminiscing about the band's illustrious journey of five decades, some wished them luck for their future years. 

One of the fans wrote on the social media, reminiscing about a performance they once enjoyed, "Steven Tyler playing Dream On from the top of the Green Monster at Fenway Park will always be one of the most amazing moments at a live concert I’ve ever seen. Thank you for all the great times!!"

Someone else noted, "Heartbreaking! But at the same time I'm very happy to have lived in the same era as @Aerosmith. I would love to see them live in one more show. 🎸."

Investment content creator Chris Fralic wrote, "Thanks and congrats on an amazing run! Been a fan since early 1970s and lucky to see them many times including Philadelphia on the first night of their last tour. Peace Out!"

"I first saw this band December 1975 - the Toys in the Attic tour. Many times since, various locales," recalled another fan. 

Someone else chimed in, "Hey guys, thank's for decades and decades of happiness, great moments and excellent music, you are unique and thank you for being crazy and Dream on ❤️."

"Thank YOU for ALL of the memories over the years. Your music will live on forever!!! Enjoy the next chapter of your lives....Much Love!!!🤘😎✌️," another fan poured their love.

Someone else mourned, "Wow. Heartbreaking 💔 Your music always has been and always will be a huge part of my life. Best wishes to all of you and especially to Steven for a complete recovery. ❤️❤️❤️"

"Truly a sad day for Rock & Roll. Fortunately, I was able to see Aerosmith 3 times, once in the seventies (first concert) once in the 80's, and once in the 90's. I consider some of those the best concerts of my life. Rock on Gentlemen!" wished another social media user.

Someone else noted, "Thank you for being part of my life’s soundtrack. I will continue to play your music loud & proud! God bless you, Steven Tyler! A new phase of your life will rise. You ain’t done yet, my man! 💪🏼🎸🎤🎶"

Another fan reminisced, "I was 12 yo when I figured out who you were. A fabulous time since then and well into the future. Enjoy!!!"

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