The Queen guitarist has made use of his social media to express his sadness and admiration for Aerosmith after the band announced their retirement due to Steven Tyler's vocal injury.
- August 6, 2024
AceShowbiz - On August 2, Aerosmith announced their "heartbreaking" decision to retire from touring, revealing that lead singer Steven Tyler would not be able to fully recover from a vocal cord injury he sustained in 2023. Brian May, the legendary Queen guitarist, took to Instagram to share his reaction to the news.
"This has brought a tear to my eye," May wrote. "Aerosmith have been a huge part of my life, as they have been for millions of other rock fans. Steve Tyler stands as one the greatest vocalists and front men of all time - and it's heartbreaking that his extraordinary voice has been so damaged. We all send our love and prayers for your recovery, Steve."
May praised Aerosmith's "pure class" in making the difficult decision to retire from touring. "The career of Aerosmith is truly something to celebrate forever. All things must pass - but the inspiring work of Aerosmith will live on - along with the memories of truly one of the most awesome bands to ever hit a stage," he added.
Aerosmith expressed their gratitude to their fans for their unwavering support over the decades. "Thanks to you, our Blue Army, that spark caught flame and has been burning for over five decades," they wrote. "Some of you have been with us since the beginning and all of you are the reason we made rock 'n' roll history."
May's heartfelt post reflects the deep respect and admiration for Aerosmith within the rock community. Aerosmith's retirement marks the end of an era, but their music and legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
