Aerosmith appear to be preparing for their long-awaited return to the stage with Steven Tyler, and the band has now offered fans their first major tease about what is coming. A new video featuring Tyler and photographer Ross Halfin hints that the group’s comeback shows will be billed as “Aerosmith and Friends.”
The announcement comes after Aerosmith’s touring plans were put on hold following Tyler’s vocal health issues. The singer had been forced to step away from touring after suffering a vocal cord injury during a 2023 performance, with the band ultimately announcing the postponement of their farewell tour as Tyler focused on recovering his voice.
Tyler has remained relatively quiet about Aerosmith’s future on the road since then, making the latest tease particularly significant for fans who have been waiting to see the legendary frontman return to the stage.
In the newly shared video, Tyler appears alongside longtime rock photographer Ross Halfin, who is apparently discussing Aerosmith’s upcoming plans with the singer. Tyler then reveals the apparent theme of the band’s return and said, “It’s ‘Aerosmith and Friends,’ Ross… ‘Aerosmith and Friends!’”
The wording immediately raises questions about who exactly will join Aerosmith when they return to performing live. Rather than suggesting a straightforward Aerosmith comeback, the “and Friends” concept could see the band sharing the stage with a number of special guests.
The tease also appears to point toward two upcoming dates at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, reportedly scheduled for October 29 and November 1. While Aerosmith have not yet publicly revealed the complete lineup or details surrounding the performances, Tyler’s comment has given fans their first indication that the band’s return could be built around collaborations with other major names in rock.
For Aerosmith fans, the possibility of seeing Tyler back behind the microphone is perhaps the biggest story of all. His vocal problems became one of the most difficult chapters of the band’s recent touring career, forcing Aerosmith to reconsider their plans after decades of performing around the world.
Now, with Tyler himself teasing “Aerosmith and Friends,” anticipation is building over what could become a very different kind of Aerosmith comeback.
The band has yet to reveal exactly which artists will be joining them or provide full details about the Hollywood Bowl performances. For now, Tyler’s brief message has left fans with one major question: who are the friends?
