Steven Tyler Will Not Resume Touring After Vocal Injury, Says Matt Sorum
The Aerosmith frontman, 77, retired from touring following a severe larynx injury in 2023, despite limited recent live performances.
- Former Guns N' Roses drummer Matt Sorum confirmed that Steven Tyler will not return to full-scale touring due to the physical and mental strain involved.
- Tyler fractured his larynx during Aerosmith's 'Peace Out' Farewell Tour in September 2023, leading to the cancellation of the tour and the band's retirement from touring in August 2024.
- Despite his injury, Tyler has performed twice since 2023, including a recent appearance at the Jam for Janie benefit concert in February 2025 to support his Janie's Fund charity.
- Sorum emphasized Tyler’s perfectionism, noting that the singer refuses to use vocal backing tracks or adjust song keys, making touring particularly challenging at his age.
- While Tyler may consider occasional small performances in the future, Sorum clarified that a full worldwide tour is no longer feasible for the iconic rocker.