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Aerosmith to Replace Steven Tyler
SPIN picks nine singers to fill his skin-tight leather pants.
By Spin Staff 11.05.09 12:07 PM
All is not well in the world of Aerosmith. After bouts of band in-fighting, singer Steven Tyler has left the Boston group to focus on "something Steven Tyler: working on the brand of myself – Brand Tyler," he told Classic Rock magazine. But the rest of boys have other plans -- and will recruit a new frontman and continue without him.
"Aerosmith is positively looking for a new singer to work with," guitarist Joe Perry Tweeted. "You just can't take 40 years of experience and throw it in the bin. [The] band is playing hotter than ever and our songs need to be played live."
Ever helpful, SPIN editors offer a few suggestions about who could fill in. Tell us yours in the comment section.
SPIN's Picks to Replace Steven Tyler:
If Pelle sang for Aerosmith well, I'd probably start listening to Aerosmith.
Steven Tyler can never be replaced - he's one in million - as is Aerosmith - very sad that one person has to ruin the group.
You can't replace Steven. But I would love to hear Kid Rock And Joe Perry together. Just might work.
are you kidding me? Another singer for Aerosmith? Is nothing sacred? Why not start making Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches with mayo and lettuce? Why stop there Joe Perry? Maybe just consider another one of your storied solo albums. Nobody but Steven should ever hold a mic in Aerosmith, end of story
I know youre only half kidding with these picks...But I would have to say Robert Plant maybe..but we all know America would just want Adam Lamvert anyway..that talentless twit..
but i think ill change my vote for Anthony Keidis or Chris Cornell...yeah.
Steven can never be replaced the band will never be the same. Steven get your act together more rehab, loose the new gal pal, you and Joe need each other . Otherwise retire , go away.
Oh man, Corin Tucker doing just about anything would be awesome. Well, maybe not "Jaded," but that's hardly her fault.
THERE IS NO REPLACING STEVEN TYLER IN AEROSMITH, THERE'S NO REPLACING ANY OF THEM, THEY ARE BROTHERS & LET THEM FIGHT, DO THERE SOLO SHIT & THEY'LL BE BACK!!!!!!!!! DOESN'T ANY ONE REMEMBER THIS BEFORE, THEY'RE DRAMA, CAN'T LIVE WITH EACH OTHER OR WITHOUT EACH OTHER, THEY HAVE BEEN THERE DONE THAT!!!!!
how 'bout Adam Lambert? def has the chops!
Chris Robinson (if and when the Crowes take another hiatus), Rod Stewart (if and when he decides to take a break from canonizing the Great American songbook) or Jeff Keith (assuming he would be willing to take a break from Tesla).
Not to insinuate that Tyler is one of the best frontmen of all time, but there are not many artist who can combine his energy, showmanship and ear for melody.
Of course an Aerosmith concert without him is like looking forward to another Lynyrd Skynyrd record. The same in name only.
oh please..they should just retire!!!!
Aerosmith Vocalist Audition.
Hey folks, No one will EVER replace Steven Tyler, EVER.
Here is my audition track originally for Velvet Revolver, but some have said Aerosmith should check me out.
Big shoes to follow but I'd lvoe to sing with the band in my own way.
Go to YouTube and in the search box put:
Velvet Revolver Vocalist Audition November 2009 New Singer Search
My YouTube screen name is: Lorenaudition
Come have a listen and post a comment!
Peace!
Lo
That is just disgusting and makes me want to vomit for you to even suggest such horrific people as a possible replacement for the one and only Steven Tyler. Aerosmith IS Steven Tyler, there is no Aerosmith without him.
Steven Tyler is the love of my life. Growing up, while all the other kids talked about growing up and becoming a doctor, I told people that when I grew up I wanted to marry Steven Tyler. You have to understand that their true fans will not jive with this.
Wow!? I hope you have developed some sense and a bit more taste. AMG
I think the boys from aerosmith need to take a page out of the book of enterouge and just say lets hug it out bitch, they arent exactly at a point in their lives where they can just decide to do a break up and who knows where down the line theyll get back together, News break your old and getting older which also makes me think dont you think your too old to act like children? My suggestion go back to your roots guys GO BACK TO YOUR ROOTS find yourselves and put out a kick ass album tour and call it a day
Sammy Hagar......just saying,
hahaha Sammy Hagar shouldn't be allowed to F up two bands!
hahaha Sammy Hagar shouldn't be allowed to F up two bands!
this is a joke--- maybe kid rock if any but no one could replace steven tyler. Joe perry has a good voice, why doesnt he just become lead, he'd be the most accepted and just get extra quitarist to back him up.
If they do hold auditions or start accepting demos for a Steven Tyler fill-in, I'd get involved for sure. I'm a huge fan, know over 90% of their music, and according to some even look like Steven 'cept for the fact that I'm female. I don't have much of a background in music (high school chorus, karaoke gigs) but we all have to start somewhere. I'm hoping for the best as far as Aerosmith is concerned, but I also understand Steven's desire to make a name for himself outside of Aerosmith.
Aerosmith just jumped the shark
It should be me! and this is why...
I am old just like them.
I know all of their songs, can sing them with as much soul night after night... and let the guy in the wings hit the high notes.
I know how to travel with four musicians who don't know if they like their singer... and have done it for several years.
I have no criminal record, but am willing to change that.
I will swear off all illegal substances for life, when the first check arrives.
I will switch political parties if Joe Perry says so.
I am accustomed to wearing in-ear monitors.
I live within commuting distance of the band.
I have no interest in hair plugs, Botox, facelifts, animal-print clothes, scarves over the mike stand... or anything else that woudl otherwise confuse me with the "other guy."
and lastly...
the 60,000 bottles that would be thrown at me on a nightly basis -- as would any other replacement most likely receive -- would be a lucrative endeavor just on recycling redemptions by itself... so I would also be the GREEN choice!
To try to continue Aerosmith without Steven Tyler would be ridiculous. He is Aerosmith. I do love Joe Perry, but he needs to start another band if he wants to do that. Otherwise just do stuff on his own. As far as a replacement singer, the only one I could possibly think of who could do their songs is Adam Lambert. His talent is amazing.
I can sing for Aerosmith. Who do I send my tapes to? Please give me the chance!!!
YOUTUBE SEARCH "GEORGE STECKERT" FOR AUDITION FOR NEW LEAD SINGER
JUSTIN BIEBER
Maybe Liv Tyler could get vocal lessons and replace her dad, that would be sumthin to consider, in my opinion?
just like Journey trying to replace Steve Perry........DOESNT WORK!
NEVER replace Steven Tyler. Don't make that mistake. Do whatever it takes to keep him there. Steven, please don't disappoint the fans...you all need to get it together for the "fans"
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