Aerosmith Announces Farewell Tour, ‘Peace Out’
Legendary rock band Aerosmith has announced their farewell tour, named “Peace Out,” after more than five decades of performing together (CBS News). The tour will kick off in the fall of 2023 and run through early 2024, featuring 40 shows across various cities (New York Post). The band’s website now lists dates and locations for the “Peace Out” tour, giving fans ample time to prepare for the band’s final performances.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees will be touring without drummer Joey Kramer, who has been with the band for its entire 50-year history (USA Today). In addition to Aerosmith, the Black Crowes will be joining the band on the tour, providing additional entertainment for audiences (TODAY).
The tour comes as the founding band members are all over 70 years old, with guitarist Joe Perry citing the time has come for the iconic band to say goodbye (Democrat and Chronicle). Aerosmith was formed in 1970 at the old Nipmuc Regional High School in Massachusetts, and has since become one of the most well-known and influential rock bands in music history (Wcvb-tv).
Throughout their career, Aerosmith has achieved numerous accolades, including four Grammy Awards and becoming a diamond-certified band (KENS 5). Their farewell tour is both a celebration of their 50th anniversary and a bittersweet goodbye to their loyal fans who have supported them since their early days playing at high schools in Massachusetts.
With a long list of dates and cities to choose from, fans will have ample opportunity to catch Aerosmith’s final performances during the “Peace Out” tour. Tickets for the farewell shows will be on sale starting Friday, giving fans one last chance to see the legendary band live in concert (Democrat and Chronicle). As Aerosmith prepares to embark on their final journey together, the world bids farewell to an iconic band that has left an indelible mark on the history of rock and roll.