Aerosmith is an American rock band that was formed in Boston in 1970. The group comprises of Steven Tyler (vocals), Joe Perry (guitar), Tom Hamilton (bass), Joey Kramer (drums), and Brad Whitford (guitar). Known for their blues-based hard rock style, Aerosmith’s music has elements of pop rock, heavy metal, glam metal, and rhythm and blues, influencing many rock artists. Referred to as ‘the Bad Boys from Boston’ and ‘America’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band’, the primary songwriting duo of Tyler and Perry often called the ‘Toxic Twins’.
Perry and Hamilton, along with Tyler, Kramer, guitarist Ray Tabano, formed Aerosmith in 1971 after being in a band called the Jam Band. Subsequently, Whitford replaced Tabano. They gained fame with multi-platinum albums starting from their debut in 1973, followed by successful releases like ‘Toys in the Attic’ and ‘Rocks’. Despite challenges like drug addiction and conflicts leading to member departures, Aerosmith made a triumphant return in the mid-80s with hit albums like ‘Permanent Vacation’, ‘Pump’, ‘Get a Grip’, and ‘Nine Lives’ with chart-toppers such as ‘Dude (Looks Like a Lady)’, ‘Janie’s Got a Gun’, and ‘I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing’.
Aerosmith, hailed as the best-selling American hard rock band ever, has sold over 150 million records worldwide, with a staggering 25 gold, 18 platinum, and 12 multi-platinum albums. They hold the most certifications by an American group and have achieved numerous accolades including Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the band continues to be recognized as one of the greatest musical acts of all time, with Steven Tyler and Joe Perry individually honored for their songwriting contributions and the band receiving prestigious awards like the MusiCares Person of the Year.