What happened to Steven Tyler's vocal chords? Aerosmith frontman makes guest appearance at The Black Crowes' London show

Aerosmith "Farewell Tour" Opener - Philadelpha, PA
Steven Tyler made a guest appearance at The Black Crowes' London show (Image via Getty)

In a thrilling surprise for rock fans, legendary Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler appeared at The Black Crowes' show in London on May 15, despite recent concerns about his vocal health.

The Black Crowes, an American rock band formed in Atlanta, is on its Happiness Bastards Tour in the United Kingdom and Europe on May 15, 2024, at the Eventim Apollo. While fans were waiting for the concert, Steven Tyler joined the rock band, and the audience screamed cheerfully.

On September 29, 2023, Aerosmith announced the postponement of its Peace Out farewell tour as Tyler's vocal cords were damaged, and he fractured his larynx, too, the rock band posted on Facebook.


Steven Tyler's vocal cords got damaged in September 2023

According to CBS News reports, Tyler's vocal cords were damaged and bleeding after three shows during the Peace Out farewell tour in September 2023. As a result, he was on 30 days off; however, the band Aerosmith was soon informed that Steven Tyler's vocal cords were hurt more than initially appeared.

Writing to the fans on Facebook, Aerosmith suggested that doctors have confirmed, in addition to vocal cord damage, that Tyler's larynx, the area that is used for breathing, swallowing, and talking, has been damaged.

"Unfortunately, Steven's vocal injury is more serious than initially thought. His doctor has confirmed that in addition to the damage to his vocal cords, he fractured his larynx, which requires ongoing care", the post read.

The post further gave the health update of Steven Tyler, suggesting that he was getting the "best medical treatment" but was being told to be patient—

"He is receiving the best medical treatment available to ensure his recovery is swift, but given the nature of a fracture, he is being told patience is essential."

Furthermore, Steven Tyler wrote that he was "heartbroken" to not being able with Aerosmith—

"I am heartbroken to not be out there with Aerosmith, my brothers and the incredible Black Crowes, rocking with the best fans in the world. I promise we will be back as soon as we can!"

One month into this, Tyler shared an update with his fans suggesting that his throats are in the healing process, but his ears are still working, which means it's studio time.

"THROATS ON THE MEND… BUT MY EARS STILL WORK! SO IN THE MEANTIME… IT'S STUDIO TIME... STARTING RE-MIXING AEROSMITH AEROSMITH!" Steven Tyler wrote on Facebook.

Aerosmith was scheduled to perform a New Year's Eve concert at the TD Garden in Boston. However, the event and other events were postponed and rescheduled for 2024 and 2025.

On April 10, 2024, the rock band Aerosmith announced the rescheduled dates for their Peace Out farewell tour, which reads below:

  • September 20 – PPG Paints Arena – Pittsburgh, PA
  • September 23 – Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA
  • September 26 – KFC Yum! Center – Louisville, KY
  • September 29 – Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse – Cleveland, OH
  • October 2 – Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC
  • October 5 – Thompson Boling Arena – Knoxville, TN
  • October 8 – Capital One Arena – Washington, DC
  • October 11 – State Farm Arena – Atlanta, GA
  • October 14 – Enterprise Center – St. Louis, MO
  • October 17 – Heritage Bank Center – Cincinnati, OH
  • October 20 – Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN
  • October 31 – Footprint Center – Phoenix, AX
  • November 3 – Frost Bank Center – San Antonio, TX
  • November 6 – Moody Center – Austin, TX
  • November 9 – American Airlines Center – Dallas, TX
  • November 12 – BOK Center – Tulsa, OK
  • November 15 – CHI Health Center – Omaha, NE
  • November 18 – Ball Arena – Denver, CO
  • November 21 – Moda Center – Portland, OR
  • November 24 – Climate Pledge Arena – Seattle, WA
  • November 27 – Delta Center – Salt Lake City, UT
  • November 30 – Chase Center – San Francisco, CA
  • December 4 – SAP Center – San Jose, CA
  • December 7 – Kia Forum – Los Angeles, CA
  • December 28 – Prudential Center – Newark, NJ
  • December 31 – TD Garden – Boston, MA
  • January 4 – Little Caesars Arena – Detroit, MI
  • January 7 – ScotiaBank Arena – Toronto, ON
  • January 10 – Bell Centre – Montreal, QC
  • January 13 – Schottenstein Center – Columbus, OH
  • January 16 – Gainbridge Fieldhouse – Indianapolis, IN
  • January 19 – United Center – Chicago, IL
  • January 22 – Xcel Energy Center – St. Paul, MN
  • January 25 – T-Mobile Center – Kansas City, MO
  • February 11 – Kia Center – Orlando, FL
  • February 14 – Amalie Arena – Tampa, FL
  • February 17 – Amerant Bank Arena – Sunrise, FL
  • February 20 – PNC Arena – Raleigh, NC
  • February 23 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY
  • February 26 – KeyBank Center – Buffalo, NY

Aerosmith has not confirmed if Tyler will perform on the rescheduled dates, and no further health update has been given.


Steven Tyler gave his guest appearance on Black Crowes show

Aerosmith's lead vocalist, Steven Tyler (Image via Getty)
Aerosmith's lead vocalist, Steven Tyler (Image via Getty)

Steven Tyler made his stage comeback this year on May 15, 2024, in Los Angeles. This was his first time performing since his vocal cord injury. After playing sixteen rock songs, the Black Crowes asked Aerosmith's lead vocalist to come on stage with them for a rendition of Aerosmith's song Mama Kin.

During the song, Chris Robinson and Steven Tyler alternated singing duties, allowing Tyler to preserve his vocal stamina by resting between lines.

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