Inspired by British rock acts like The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith formed in Boston in 1970, developing a hard rock sound and dynamic live performances that led to a recording contract with Columbia Records in 1972. Their self-titled debut album in 1973 featured the hit single "Dream On," marking the beginning of their rise to fame.
Aerosmith's third album, Toys in the Attic (1975), is one of their most successful records in the U.S., selling over 8 million copies and featuring iconic songs like "Sweet Emotion" and "Walk This Way." Their fourth album, Rocks (1976), expanded their sound to include heavy metal and was both a commercial and critical success.
Aerosmith, forming in Boston in 1970, would go on to become the best selling American hard rock band in history.Photo byFin Costello/Redferns
The original members reunited in 1984, and their collaboration with Run-DMC on a revamped "Walk This Way" in 1986 revived their career, introducing them to a new generation of fans. This success was bolstered by the song's music video on MTV.
In 1998, 25 years after their debut, Aerosmith secured their first Number One single on Billboard with "I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing." They continued to release successful albums and tour globally. In 2019, they began a concert residency in Las Vegas and a tour for their 50th anniversary.
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