Among the many curiosities from Aerosmith’s prolific late-’80s period is “Fake Fight”, a working title from the Pump sessions. The name appeared on a whiteboard of song ideas during initial pre-production at Rik Tinory’s studio, before the band moved to Little Mountain Sound in Vancouver with producer Bruce Fairbairn. Rough versions of the track were … More FAKE FIGHT – Aerosmith’s Lost Pump-Era Jam
Origins in the Pump Sessions (1989) The roots of Legendary Child go back to the Pump sessions of 1989. Aerosmith demoed a track called Guilty Kilt, whose bridge carried a riff that would haunt the band’s archives for decades. During the Pump tour in 1990, Joe Perry would sometimes work the bridge riff from the … More Aerosmith’s “LEGENDARY CHILD”: From Pump to Music From Another Dimension! lead single
For long-time Aerosmith fans, the rail at a general admission show has always felt like the holy grail: show up early, wait in line all day, and you can secure that coveted spot against the barrier. Yet for decades now, there has been another layer to the live experience that isn’t widely advertised — a … More Aerosmith’s Angels “Girls’ Night Out” back stage pass: How It Worked and Why It Raised Questions
With two dates on the calendar — 28 Aug 2025 (summary-judgment hearing, Inglewood, CA) and 1 Oct 2025 (pencilled trial start) — it finally feels like this saga is heading toward a finish line. Rolling Stone’s latest court-filings recap lays out why the 28 Aug hearing matters: Tyler is asking the judge to throw out … More Steven Tyler’s Case Nearing the Finish Line — What Could Come Next for Aerosmith?
On 27 June 2025 Joe Perry jumped on SiriusXM’s Trunk Nation with Eddie Trunk to talk about life after Aerosmith’s postponed farewell run. With a fresh eight-show Joe Perry Project tour kicking off 13 August in Tampa and wrapping 17 September at the Hollywood Bowl (opening for The Who), the guitarist opened up on everything … More Joe Perry Plots the Next Move: Super-Group Tour, Set-List Headaches & Hope for One More Aerosmith Show
In 1998, a battered cardboard box packed with Aerosmith memorabilia was nearly thrown out. The story first surfaced on the AF1 forums in 2003 and quickly captured fan attention. But new details suggest the box’s journey was even more unusual than originally believed. The contents were extraordinary: several DATs containing finished and un-finished studio tracks, … More AEROSMITH LOST ARCHIVE: the story, the secrets, the songs inside!
Boston had always claimed Aerosmith as favourite sons, but in December 1994 the band returned the affection in concrete, brick and 4 000 screaming watts of amplification. They christened their new Lansdowne-Street clubhouse Mama Kin Music Hall, and Steven Tyler never tired of explaining the name: “Mama Kin was the first song I wrote. I … More The Complete Story of Aerosmith’s Mama Kin Music Hall 1994 to 1999
Mama Kin Music Hall had been open barely eleven months when Aerosmith decided to sneak back onto its stage. The band had christened the club in December 1994 as a kind of pay-back to Boston’s bar scene, and they never stopped boasting about its specs. “Mama Kin was the first song I wrote. I poured … More AEROSMITH’s 1995 gig at Mama Kin’s Music Hall – The Night the G-Spots Rocked Lansdowne Street!
Between all the chaos, lineup shifts, and sonic split personalities of Nine Lives, Aerosmith briefly considered opening the album not with a bang, but with a ukulele. Yes. A ukulele. Tucked into early test pressings and pre-release copies of the album is a bizarre, charming, and completely off-brand little number called “Little Grass Shack.” It … More The Curious Case of “LITTLE GRASS SHACK” – Aerosmith’s Lost Nine Lives Island Detour
Back in the late ‘90s, long before YouTube leaks and social media teases, Aerosmith.com quietly shared a rare basement recording called “greatmoments91.wav.” A file that, to this day, remains a fascinating piece of Aerosmith lore. The website labeled it simply as “Rehearsal at Joe’s,” confirming it was from a rare basement tape recorded at Joe … More “REHERSAL AT JOE’s” – Unpacking Aerosmith’s GREAT MOMENTS 1991 Basement Tape
For years, whispers have echoed through the Aerosmith fan community about an unreleased track from the Get a Grip sessions called “Brass Balls.” It’s one of those songs that sits in the shadows of bootleg lore, never officially released, but just enough evidence exists to keep the curiosity alive. Back in the late ‘90s, Aerosmith’s … More The Mystery of “BRASS BALLZ” – Aerosmith’s Forgotten Get a Grip Outtake
If you’ve been watching the signs—and let’s be honest, if you’re here, you probably have—you’ll know things are heating up across the Aerosmith universe. And now, with Joe Perry and Tom Hamilton both hitting the road with new tour dates in August, and Brad Whitford tagging along for the ride, it’s finally happening: fans have … More Is This the Closest We’ll Get to an AEROSMITH REUNION? Joe Perry, Tom Hamilton & Brad Whitford Touring this August
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 … More BACK IN THE SADDLE? Aerosmith’s Final Bow Might Just Be the Beginning
Before Joe Perry unleashed his self-titled solo album in 2005, he was hard at work refining his vision, as evidenced by this fascinating work-in-progress demo CD dated 2004-07-31. The rough mixes, instrumentals, and unfinished tracks provide a glimpse into Perry’s creative process, showcasing raw energy and ideas that didn’t always make the final cut. What … More Joe Perry’s 2004 Demos: A Glimpse into the Making of His 2005 Solo Album
In August and September 2024, Steven Tyler was seen recording and reviewing studio mixes of Aerosmith’s legendary anthem Dream On with Paul Santo. Could this mean a fresh 2024 version of their iconic track is on the horizon? Here’s what we know: Speculation is rife! Could this reimagined version mark a new chapter for Aerosmith … More 🎤 Dream On: Steven Tyler’s 2024 Studio Sessions with Paul Santo – New Version Incoming?
Exclusive to AerosmithBackBurner: Trace Foster, the charismatic guitar tech, seasoned guitarist, songwriter, and founder of Close Enemies, gave the AerosmithBackBurner an insider’s look at the band poised to shake up the rock world ahead of their Boston 2025 show. A trusted and familiar figure in the Aerosmith camp for years, Trace has always been a … More TRACE FOSTER EXCLUSIVE: Behind the Scenes of Close Enemies, Aerosmith’s Tom Hamilton New Rock Band
An old video shared on Aerosmith’s 1997-era website captivated many fans. The clip, titled “stpiano.mov,” featured Steven Tyler wearing a “Toxic Twins” t-shirt, playing a beautiful, unfinished ballad on the piano. The archived video can be found here. Judging by his appearance—reminiscent of the Permanent Vacation/Pump era—the footage likely dates back to the Little Mountain … More ONLY TIME WILL TELL: The Aerosmith Ballad That Never Was
“One Time” is one of those mysterious tracks that never made it onto an official Aerosmith album but continues to intrigue fans decades later. Recorded during the Permanent Vacation sessions, it was one of the many songs that didn’t make the final cut but still left its mark on the bootleg circuit. One particular version … More ‘ONE TIME’: Aerosmith’s Hidden Funky Gem from the Permanent Vacation Sessions
“Guilty Kilt” stands as one of Aerosmith’s most intriguing unreleased tracks, originating from the early stages of the band’s work on their 1989 album, Pump. Despite its potential, the song remained an instrumental piece, with Steven Tyler never fully completing the lyrics. This left “Guilty Kilt” on the “B list” of songs, ultimately leading to … More From ‘Guilty Kilt’ to ‘Out Go the Lights’: A 24-Year Musical Journey for an Aerosmith funky rock song
“Major Barbara” stands as one of Aerosmith’s most intriguing and elusive tracks—a song that, despite its early prominence in the band’s repertoire, remained unreleased on a studio album for years. This Steven Tyler composition not only showcases a different facet of the band’s musicality but also reflects the tensions and decisions that shaped Aerosmith’s early … More ‘MAJOR BARBARA’: Revisiting an Unreleased Piece of Aerosmith’s Origins
The Back-Burner: Aerosmith Outtakes & Demos 