February 4th 2025.
Last weekend, the fifth annual Jam for Janie Grammy Awards Viewing Party was held at The Hollywood Palladium, where music legend Steven Tyler took to the stage for his first live performance since announcing his retirement from Aerosmith. This marked Steven's second performance since his vocal injury, which had led to the band's official retirement from concerts last August.
The band, who has been entertaining audiences since 1970, had initially kicked off their tour in September 2023, but had to reschedule several shows due to Steven's fractured larynx. Despite their best efforts, the vocalist's vocal damage proved to be too severe, leading them to make the difficult decision to retire from touring altogether.
However, it seems that Steven is now on the mend, as he delighted fans with a rare performance at his annual Grammy Awards viewing party. Joined by Mick Fleetwood, the two rock icons performed a cover of Extreme's "More Than Words." Steven also treated the crowd to some classic Aerosmith hits, including "Dream On" and "Sweet Emotion," with vocal assistance from Lainey Wilson and The Black Crowes' Chris Robinson.
But the highlight of the night was when Jessie joined Steven on stage for an electrifying rendition of "Walk This Way." The audience was also treated to a solo performance by Steven, where he played Aerosmith's "Toys in the Attic," transporting them back to the golden age of rock. And to top it off, Steven closed the set with a cover of Led Zeppelin's "Heartbreaker," showcasing his recovering voice.
The event was a star-studded affair, with Nuno Bettencourt, Mick Fleetwood, and Lainey Wilson all joining Steven on stage. It was a special night not only for the fans, but also for the non-profit organization Janie's Fund, which helps young women and girls who have suffered abuse. The event also supported the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the Widows, Orphans, and Disabled Firefighter's Fund.
Before the show, Steven expressed his gratitude for the Los Angeles community, who had recently endured the devastating wildfires. He believed that music has healing powers and hoped to bring a moment of joy and levity to the first responders and those affected by the fires. He also reiterated his support for Janie's Fund and their mission to help the girls they work with.
It's still uncertain whether Steven's performance means that Aerosmith will tour again soon. But in a recent interview, the band's iconic bassist Tom Hamilton spoke about the band's future prospects. He shared that Steven's healing process is going well, but it's important to let it progress at its own pace. Any future plans for Aerosmith would come from Steven himself.
Aerosmith had announced their retirement from touring in 2024, thanking their devoted fans for their support throughout their five-decade-long career. They acknowledged that Steven's voice is one-of-a-kind and had spent months trying to recover from his injury. Sadly, a full recovery was not possible, leading them to make the heartbreaking decision to retire from the touring stage.
Despite the news, fans continue to hold onto their memories of Aerosmith's legendary performances. And as the band's statement reads, "Play our music loud, now and always. Dream on. You've made our dreams come true."
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