Peace out FILE PHOTO: (L-R) Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of music group Aerosmith perform onstage during the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at STAPLES Center on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. The band announced its final tour that will kick off in September. (Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording A)
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
Fans of Aerosmith won’t want to miss a thing since the Boston-born band has come together to announce its farewell tour.
After more than 50 years together, the band will be kicking off its 40-date “Peace Out” tour starting in Philadelphia, The Associated Press reported.
“We’re opening up Pandora’s Box one last time to present our fans with the Peace Out tour,” Tyler said, in reference to the compilation released in 1991 covering the band’s songwriting over its first two decades.
And if you’d think that Aerosmith would miss a chance to perform at home, dream on. They will be doing what it takes to hit Boston for a New Year’s Eve concert before wrapping up the tour on Jan. 26 in Montreal.
Other stops include Chicago, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Seattle, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Nashville and New York City, USA Today reported.
There will also be stops in Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Charlotte.
“I think it’s about time,” Joe Perry said.
All the members — Perry, Tom Hamilton, Joey Kramer and Brad Whitford — are over the age of 70 with Tyler being the oldest at 75, the AP reported.
All but Whitford have been together since the band’s inception in 1970, according to Biography and Boston 25 News.
Kramer, however, won’t be giving the band its beat on the tour. He stepped away from the drumset last year to “focus his attention on his family and health,” the AP reported. John Douglas has been filling in for Kramer and will continue to do so.
“While Joey Kramer remains a beloved founding member of Aerosmith, he has regrettably made the decision to sit out the currently scheduled touring dates to focus his full attention on his family and health. Joey’s unmistakable and legendary presence behind the drum kit will be sorely missed,” the band said in a statement, according to USA Today.
Tyler has also had his own personal issues over the past few years including voluntarily checking himself into rehab in May after a drug relapse and being the focus of a sexual assault lawsuit filed by a woman recently who claims they had a relationship in the 70s when she was 16 years old. He denied the allegations, USA Today reported.
“It’s kind of a chance to celebrate the 50 years we’ve been out here,” Perry told the AP. “You never know how much longer everybody’s going to be healthy to do this. … It’s been a while since we’ve actually done a real tour. We did that run in Vegas, which was great. It was fun, but (we’re) kind of anxious to get back on the road.”
While the tour is scheduled to end on Jan. 26, 2024, don’t be jaded, and think it’s the end of the road. The 40-date tour may be extended domestically and internationally, Perry teased.
“It’s the final farewell tour, but I have a feeling it will go on for a while,” he told the AP. “But I don’t know how many times we’ll be coming back to the same cities. It could very possibly be the last time.”
Live Nation says the general online sale begins on May 5, local time. There will be VIP packages that include premium seating and even a photo opportunity with Aerosmith.
The tour will include the Black Crowes, USA Today reported.
Steven Tyler through the years NEW YORK - CIRCA 1967: Rock and Roll group The Chain Reaction with future Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler (far left) pose for a portrait circa 1967 in New York City, New York. (Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) (Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years Aerosmith 1979 Steven Tyler (Photo by Chris Walter/WireImage) (Chris Walter/WireImage)
Steven Tyler through the years Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, Joey Kramer (drums), Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith on "Midnight Special" in Burbank, CA - June 1974. (Photo by Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage) (Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage)
Steven Tyler through the years 25 Jan 2001: Steve Tyler from the rock band Aerosmith speaks as Joe Perry looks on during the press conference for performers in the Super Bowl halftime show at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Andy Lyons/ALLSPORT (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years 28 Jan 2001: Steve Tyler of Aerosmith performs during Super Bowl XXXV at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bahr/ALLSPORT (Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years Steve Tyler of Aerosmith onstage performing at the United We Stand: What More Can I Give? Concert a music benefit in the Nation's Capital to raise money in support of the recovery efforts from the September 11th attacks on America. The proceeds will go to various relief funds. October 21, 2001 (Photo: Scott Gries/ImageDirect) (Scott Gries/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years Steven Tyler at "mtvICON: Aerosmith" at Sony Studios in Culver City, Ca. Sunday, April 14, 2002. Photo by Kevin Winter/ImageDirect. (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years Nelly, Steven Tyler, and Busta Rhymes at the 2002 FOX Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, NV. Monday, December 9, 2002. Photo by Kevin Winter/FOX/ImageDirect. (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years NEW YORK - MARCH 10: Singer Brian Johnson (L) of AC/DC and Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler perform at the18th Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel on March 10, 2003 in New York City. AC/DC was inducted into the Hall of Fame along with The Righteous Brothers, Mo Ostin, The Clash and The Police. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images) (Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years BOSTON - MAY 10: Steven Tyler (L), lead singer for the band Aerosmith, receives an honorary Doctorate of Music degree from President Lee Eliot Berk at the Berklee College of Music commencement ceremony May 10, 2003 in Boston, Massachusetts. Tyler received an Honorary Doctorate of Music at the Baccalaureate Ceremony. (Photo by Douglas McFadd/Getty Images) (Douglas McFadd/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 4: Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler and guitarist Joe Perry rehearse for the 2003 "NFL Kickoff Live from the National Mall" September 4, 2003 in Washington, DC. Thousands of American military personnel will attend a concert featuring Britney Spears, Blige, Aerosmith, Good Charlotte and Aretha Franklin, September 4, 2003 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images) (Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years HOLLYWOOD - FEBRUARY 24: Musician Steven Tyler performs during the 3rd Annual "ten" fashion show and charity event to celebrate awards season and car culture presented by General Motors at the corner of Vine Street and Sunset Boulevard February 24, 2004 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Carlo Allegri/Getty Images) (Carlo Allegri/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years BOSTON - OCTOBER 23: Steven Tyler of Aerosmith sings the National Anthem before game one of the World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals on October 23, 2004 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) (Elsa/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years LONDON - FEBRUARY 19: Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler performs on stage at an exclusive gig to promote 'Hyde Park Calling' at The Hard Rock Cafe on February 19, 2007 in London, England. The event, presented by Hard Rock, is set to take place on June 23 and 24 this year and the band will headline on the second of the two days at their first UK concert date in 8 years. (Photo by Claire Greenway/Getty Images) (Getty Images/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years LAS VEGAS - AUGUST 01: Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler attends an after concert party at Studio 54 inside the MGM Grand Hotel/Casino early August 1, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images for Studio 54) (David Becker)
Steven Tyler through the years BOSTON - AUGUST 14: Steven Tyler of Aerosmith performs at Fenway Park on August 14, 2010 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by John W. Ferguson/Getty Images) (John W. Ferguson/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years MILWAUKEE, WI- OCTOBER 02: Steven Tyler (L) and Willie Nelson perform on stage at Farm Aid 25: Growing Hope for America at Miller Park on October 2, 2010 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Darren Hauck/Getty Images) (Darren Hauck/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 20: Musician Steven Tyler poses during the 2011 NBA All-Star game at Staples Center on February 20, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) (Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 24: Singer Steven Tyler performs onstage at the iHeartRadio Music Festival held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on September 24, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for Clear Channel) (Ethan Miller)
Steven Tyler through the years LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 22: Singer Steven Tyler of Aerosmith performs onstage during the 2012 iHeartRadio Music Festival at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on September 22, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Clear Channel) (Michael Kovac)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 10: Musician Steven Tyler of Aerosmith performs onstage the John Varvatos 10th Annual Stuart House Benefit presented by Chrysler, Kids Tent by Hasbro Studios, at John Varvatos Los Angeles on March 10, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images for John Varvatos) (Jason Merritt/Getty Images for John Varvatos)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 24: Singer Steven Tyler of Aerosmith attends 2014 MusiCares Person Of The Year Honoring Carole King at Los Angeles Convention Center on January 24, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS) (Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 26: Musician Steven Tyler attends the 56th GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on January 26, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS) (Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS)
Steven Tyler through the years LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 28: Steven Tyler of Aerosmith performs on Day 1 of the Calling Festival at Clapham Common on June 28, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images) (Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - NOVEMBER 10: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Steven Tyler performs and speaks with clients of Recovery Unplugged Treatment Center to provide the powerful, inspirational message of recovery through music with longtime friend, singer/songwriter, Richie Supa on November 10, 2014 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Photo by Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images for Recovery Unplugged) (Alexander Tamargo)
Steven Tyler through the years BRISTOL, TN - AUGUST 22: Steven Tyler performs prior to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series IRWIN Tools Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway on August 22, 2015 in Bristol, Tennessee. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) (Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Steven Tyler attends "Steven Tyler...Out on a Limb" Show to Benefit Janie's Fund in Collaboration with Youth Villages - Red Carpet at David Geffen Hall on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for M2M Construction) (Theo Wargo)
Steven Tyler through the years HOLLYWOOD, CA - MAY 07: Musician Steven Tyler attends The Humane Society of the United States' to the Rescue Gala at Paramount Studios on May 7, 2016 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Angela Weiss/Getty Images for The Humane Society Of The United State ) (Angela Weiss)
Steven Tyler through the years LAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 22: Recording artist Steven Tyler of Aerosmith attends the 2016 Billboard Music Awards at T-Mobile Arena on May 22, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images) (David Becker/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 24: Steven Tyler performs on NBC's "Today" at Rockefeller Plaza on June 24, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images) (Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 24: Steven Tyler performs on NBC's "Today" at Rockefeller Plaza on June 24, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images) (Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 05: Singer Steven Tyler performs during his "Out on a Limb" tour at the Dolby Theatre on July 5, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for ABA) (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 02: Steven Tyler of Aerosmith performs at the Capital One JamFest during the NCAA March Madness Music Festival 2017 on April 2, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for Turner Sports) (Michael Loccisano)
Steven Tyler through the years ROME, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 08: Steven Tyler performs at the Andrea Bocelli show as part of the 2017 Celebrity Fight Night in Italy Benefiting The Andrea Bocelli Foundation and the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center on September 8, 2017 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Jonathan Leibson/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight Night) (Jonathan Leibson)
Steven Tyler through the years PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 10: Steven Tyler performs onstage at Celebrity Fight Night XXIV on March 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight Night) (Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight)
Steven Tyler through the years PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 10: Steven Tyler performs onstage at Celebrity Fight Night XXIV on March 10, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight Night) (Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight)
Steven Tyler through the years NASHVILLE, TN - MAY 10: Steven Tyler attends the 49th Annual Nashville Film Festival - 'Steven Tyler: Out On A Limb' World Premiere on May 10, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images) (Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 10: Steven Tyler performs during his Second Annual GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to benefit Janie's Fund presented by Live Nation at Raleigh Studios on February 10, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Janie's Fund) (Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Janie's Fund)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 14: Steven Tyler presents on stage at the 2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards which broadcasted live on FOX at the Microsoft Theater on March 14, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images for iHeartMedia) (Rich Fury/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 18: Steven Tyler attends the premiere of 20th Century Fox's "Ad Astra" at The Cinerama Dome on September 18, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) (Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 26: (L-R) Steven Tyler arrives at Steven Tyler's Third Annual Grammy Awards Viewing Party to benefit Janie’s Fund presented by Live Nation at Raleigh Studios on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Janie's Fund) (Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Janie's Fund)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 26: Steven Tyler appears onstage during Steven Tyler's Third Annual GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to benefit Janie’s Fund presented by Live Nation at Raleigh Studios on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for Janie's Fund) (ANNAWEBBER/Getty Images for Janie's Fund)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 03: Steven Tyler speaks onstage during Steven Tyler's 4th Annual GRAMMY Awards® Viewing Party benefitting Janie's Fund presented by Live Nation at Hollywood Palladium on April 03, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Janie's Fund) (Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Janie's Fund)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 03: Steven Tyler attends his 4th Annual GRAMMY Awards® Viewing Party Benefitting Janie's Fund Sponsored By Cincoro Tequila at Hollywood Palladium on April 03, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Araya Doheny/Getty Images for Cincoro Tequila) (Araya Doheny/Getty Images for Cincoro Tequila)
Steven Tyler through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 05: Steven Tyler and inductee Eminem perform onstage during the 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Microsoft Theater on November 05, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame) (Theo Wargo/Getty Images for The Rock and Ro)
Steven Tyler through the years PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 02: (L-R) Joe Perry and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith perform live on stage at the Wells Fargo Center on September 02, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Lisa Lake/Getty Images) (Lisa Lake/Getty Images)
Aerosmith through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 26: (L-R) Joe Perry and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith perform onstage during the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) (KEVORK DJANSEZIAN/Getty Images)
Aerosmith through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 10: (L-R) Brad Whitford, Joe Perry, Joey Kramer, Tom Hamilton and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith attend Steven Tyler's Second Annual GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to benefit Janie's Fund presented by Live Nation at Raleigh Studios on February 10, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Janie's Fund) (Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Janie's Fund)
Aerosmith through the years NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 20: Aerosmith and Post Malone (R) perform onstage during the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards at Radio City Music Hall on August 20, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for MTV) (Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for MTV)
Aerosmith through the years NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 20: (L-R) Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, Joey Kramer, Joe Perry, and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith attend the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards at Radio City Music Hall on August 20, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images for MTV) (Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images for MTV)
Aerosmith through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 10: Musicians Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith with Slash perform onstage during the John Varvatos 10th Annual Stuart House Benefit presented by Chrysler, Kids Tent by Hasbro Studios, at John Varvatos Los Angeles on March 10, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images for John Varvatos) (Jason Merritt/Getty Images for John Varvatos)
Aerosmith through the years LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 22: Singer Steven Tyler (L) and guitarist Joe Perry of Aerosmith perform onstage during the 2012 iHeartRadio Music Festival at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on September 22, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images for Clear Channel) (Christopher Polk)
Aerosmith through the years SINGAPORE - MAY 23: (L-R) Tom Hamilton, Steven Tyler, Joey Kramer and Joe Perry of American rock band Aerosmith walk the red carpet during the Social Star Awards 2013 at Marina Bay Sands on May 23, 2013 in Singapore. (Photo by Suhaimi Abdullah/Getty Images) (Suhaimi Abdullah/Getty Images)
Aerosmith through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 28: Aerosmith (L-R) Steven Tyler, Joey Kramer and Joe Perry,Tom Hamilton announce their "The Global Warming" Tour at The Grove on March 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Aerosmith through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 28: Aerosmith (L-R) Joe Perry, Steven Tyler, Joey Kramer and Tom Hamilton announce their "The Global Warming" Tour at The Grove on March 28, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Aerosmith through the years LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 23: Musical group Aerosmith performs onstage during Fox's "American Idol 2012" results show at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on May 23, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images) (Mark Davis/Getty Images)
Aerosmith through the years NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 02: Brad Whitford, Steven Tyler, Tom Hamilton and Joe Perry of Aerosmith perform on NBC's "Today" at Rockefeller Plaza on November 2, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images) (Theo Wargo/Getty Images)
Aerosmith through the years NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 13: Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith perform at the Songwriters Hall of Fame 44th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner at the New York Marriott Marquis on June 13, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Songwriters Hall Of Fame) (Larry Busacca)
Aerosmith through the years WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - SEPTEMBER 18: (L-R) Musicians Tom Hamilton, Brad Whitford, Joe Perry, Steven Tyler and Joey Kramer of Aerosmith pose at the press junket to announce their new album "Music From Another Dimension" and upcoming dates for their "Global Warming" tour at the House of Blues on September 18, 2012 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)