In an emotional moment between rock legends, Queen guitarist Brian May has penned a tribute to Aerosmith following their recent withdrawal from touring due to Steven Tyler's vocal injury.
May wrote passionately about his fellow hard rock heroes and revealed that the news of their retirement brought him to tears. The guitarist went on to say Instagram To share the following:
“This has brought tears to my eyes. Aerosmith has been a huge part of my life, as it has been for millions of other rock fans. Steve Tyler is one of the greatest vocalists and frontmen of all time, and it is heartbreaking that his extraordinary voice has been so damaged. We all send our love and prayers for your recovery, Steve.
It is also typical of the band’s sheer class that they have made and broadcast this bold decision with such style. Aerosmith’s career is truly something to celebrate forever. All things must pass, but Aerosmith’s inspiring work will live on, along with the memories of one of the most incredible bands to ever grace a stage. Bri”
Aerosmith announced the unfortunate news that they were pulling out of the road last Friday (August 2), revealing that Tyler will not be able to recover from the damage to his vocal cords and fractured larynx he suffered during a show in September 2023. The band had previously postponed their farewell tour dates until September 2024, but that will no longer be happening.
The band shared in a statement: “Sadly, it is clear that a full recovery from his vocal injury is not possible. We have made a heartbreaking and difficult, but necessary, decision as a band of brothers: to retire from touring.”
Below you can watch Brian May's tribute to Aerosmith.
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