The Back-Burner: Aerosmith Outtakes & Demos

Is Aerosmith’s farewell turning into a new kind of revival? A string of surprise appearances, studio activity, and vault rumblings suggest that Steven Tyler and company might not be done just yet. While a full-blown tour appears off the table, there’s growing evidence of carefully curated performances, archival releases, and even new recordings may be possible—hinting at a more selective, reflective era for the band.

A TOUR ENDED, BUT NOT THE MUSIC

The band’s Peace Out farewell tour came to a sudden halt in September 2023 after Tyler suffered a fractured larynx at UBS Arena in Long Island. Despite an encouraging May 15, 2024 performance of Mama Kin with The Black Crowes, by August 2024, the group formally announced their retirement from touring, citing the irreversibility of Tyler’s condition: “Steven’s voice is an instrument like no other… Sadly, it is clear that a full recovery from his vocal injury is not possible,” stated the band in their official statement. But in true Aerosmith fashion, the story didn’t end there.

In the months that followed, Tyler was spotted in the studio with producer Paul Santo, reviewing mixes and recording new vocals for a refreshed version of “Dream On.” Social media clips and photos of studio monitors sparked speculation of a larger vault-related project underway, as detailed in this report.

According to Joe Perry, the band isn’t just dusting off old tracks but may be offering fans a deeper dive into alternate takes: “There are a lot of songs — like ‘Dream On,’ ‘Sweet Emotion,’ and ‘Kings and Queens’ — where there’s a different vocal, or guitar solo or tempo… I think that would probably be more interesting for fans to hear,” he told WBUR.

SIGNS OF LIFE FROM THE STAGE

In February 2025, Tyler made a bold return to the spotlight at his Jam for Janie Grammy Viewing Party, performing a six-song set alongside Tom Hamilton, Nuno Bettencourt, Mick Fleetwood, and more.

The event was directed by former Guns N’ Roses drummer Matt Sorum, who detailed the journey back: “Steven cannot put himself under the rigors of a full worldwide tour… But I said, ‘Just sing four or five songs tops.’ He said, ‘I can do that,’” he shared in a Blabbermouth interview. Sorum, who spoke to Tyler daily during preparations, described the performance as a turning point: “I cried. It was just beautiful. And I hope that he can do more, because it’s in his blood.”

Producer Jack Douglas, reflecting on the comeback, told the New York Post: “If Steven Tyler can sing, believe me, he’ll want to be out there,” in a recent profile.

THE BAND WAITS IN THE WINGS

Notably absent from the event Janie’s Fund Feaburay event were Joe Perry and Brad Whitford. Perry missed the performance due to a family emergency—presumably his son’s cancer treatment prevented his attendance. Brad Whitford was spotted on stage with Godsmack playing Dream On and Come Together in Feb 2024, playing with his son’s “House That Jack Built” band in Nov 2024 shows and celebrating his son’s, Graham, wedding early in 2025.

Yet both guitarists remain musically active. Perry is preparing a solo tour for August 2025, with Whitford joining. Meanwhile, Tom Hamilton continues touring and releasing new music with his band Close Enemies, which has released several new singles, as covered by Blabbermouth; and a recent magazine interview with Joey Kramer he stated he had been dealing with some health issues and the passing of his wife, but also said “I’ve got a lot of juice left. I’ll be around for a long, long time.”

Adding to the intrigue, Aaron Perry, Joe’s stepson and now handler of Aerosmith’s online presence, has reignited the band’s social media presence, teasing unreleased content and archival deep-dives. His work could hint at a full-scale legacy project—perhaps even involving long-rumored footage from their 1995 Mama Kin performance considered the holy grail of bootlegs by many fans!

ONE FINAL BOW OF HOPE?

According to a few well-connected industry sources, and the often controversial Aerofanatic fan page, Aerosmith may be eyeing a return to the concert stage in the form of sporadic one-off shows in gold markets—not a full tour, but meaningful appearances to close the book properly.

And it doesn’t stop there. RadarOnline reports that Tyler has been crafting new material as “musical catharsis,” with sources saying he’s set to “vomit all his inner demons and pain out” in a new creative phase. They add: “There’s an atmosphere of hope around his health and his singing ability that wasn’t there last year,” as shared in RadarOnline’s feature.

Still, Tyler is navigating a high-profile legal battle. As outlined in Lawyer Monthly, he filed for sanctions against an accuser who allegedly interfered with his charitable efforts—adding another complex layer to the months ahead.

Then, seemingly out of nowhere, Steven Tyler, now with Joe Perry next to him, took the stage—this time at a Janie’s Fund corporate event in San Francisco for Gryphon on 30th of April 2025—further fueling rumours of a possible comeback. Those in attendance noted a marked improvement in his vocal performance compared to his February appearance, with greater control and restored range. According to insider sources, Tyler has been working tirelessly behind the scenes to prepare for a final round of farewell performances—this time, on his own terms.

A DIFFERENT KIND OF AEROSMITH ERA

While Aerosmith may have stepped away from the touring life, the pieces on the board suggest the game isn’t over. Between vocal rehab, archival projects, solo tours, and whispers of strategic shows, the band may be entering its final phase with carefully measured, meaningful moments.

The band is ready. The vaults are stirring. And the fans are listening. All it takes now… is Steven making the call.

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