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Watch Aerosmith Perform “Crazy” Live for the First Time in 1994
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Watch Aerosmith Perform “Crazy” Live for the First Time in 1994

Before the hit and iconic video, Aerosmith debuted “Crazy” live in 1994. Watch Tom Hamilton lock in the groove as the band unveils the future classic.

Aerosmith Bassist Tom Hamilton Announces January 2026 Tour With Close Enemies
Concerts & Tours

Aerosmith Bassist Tom Hamilton Announces January 2026 Tour With Close Enemies

Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton will tour with Close Enemies in January 2026, bringing co-written classics and new material to the stage.

Joe Perry Reunites with STP’s Robert DeLeo and More for New All-Star Tour
Concerts & Tours

Joe Perry Reunites with STP’s Robert DeLeo and More for New All-Star Tour

Joe Perry’s 2025 tour includes members of Aerosmith, Stone Temple Pilots, and the Black Crowes, with Robert DeLeo on bass.

Aerosmith’s Tom Hamilton Keeps Rolling – Close Enemies Adds 2025 Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Aerosmith’s Tom Hamilton Keeps Rolling – Close Enemies Adds 2025 Tour Dates

Tom Hamilton isn’t slowing down. The Aerosmith bassist has added new 2025 dates with Close Enemies, bringing their tour to more cities this year.

From Aerosmith to Close Enemies: Tom Hamilton’s New Band Announces Debut Single and Tour Dates
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From Aerosmith to Close Enemies: Tom Hamilton’s New Band Announces Debut Single and Tour Dates

Back in October, Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton announced the first gig with his new band, Close Enemies. Now they’ve shared the news that they’ve signed with TLG/ROCK for label services and that their debut single, “Sound of a Train,” will be out on January 17th.

Aerosmith’s Tom Hamilton Announces First Gig with New Band
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Aerosmith’s Tom Hamilton Announces First Gig with New Band

After Aerosmith’s big farewell tour was canceled, bassist Tom Hamilton opened up about the situation and even mentioned he had been playing with another group. Now, Hamilton has announced his first show with the band.

Tom Hamilton Opens Up on Aerosmith’s Retirement
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Tom Hamilton Opens Up on Aerosmith’s Retirement

Aerosmith announced that their farewell tour was once again canceled and that they were retiring. It was a sad end to the band’s touring days, but Tom Hamilton says there may be more in store.

Aerosmith Announces Rescheduled “Peace Out” Farewell Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Aerosmith Announces Rescheduled “Peace Out” Farewell Tour Dates

Last year, Aerosmith announced the “Peace Out” tour, which they explained would be their final outing. Frontman Steven Tyler injured his vocal cords only three shows into the run and had to cancel the rest of the dates. Now the band has announced the rescheduled shows.

Aerosmith Announces “Peace Out” Farewell Tour
Concerts & Tours

Aerosmith Announces “Peace Out” Farewell Tour

Fifty-three years after they first formed in Boston, the legendary rock band Aerosmith has announced their final tour. The “Peace Out” farewell run will include The Black Crowes for the whole run.

Aerosmith’s Earliest Recordings Now Available on “The Road Starts Hear”
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Aerosmith’s Earliest Recordings Now Available on “The Road Starts Hear”

Aerosmith is celebrating their 50th anniversary with the release of “Aerosmith – 1971: The Road Starts Hear”. The eight tracks are the earliest known recordings of the band and showcase the raw energy of their youth.

Tom Hamilton Joins Thin Lizzy
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Tom Hamilton Joins Thin Lizzy

As a part of Aerosmith, Tom Hamilton has held an important bass seat in the world of rock for decades. Now he’ll assuming another as the bassist for Thin Lizzy during their 2016 and 2017 reunion shows. “I’m really psyched to be playing these shows with Thin Lizzy during my downtime with Aerosmith this summer,” Hamilton stated. “It’ll be great...

Bass Players To Know: Tom Hamilton
Bass Players To Know

Bass Players To Know: Tom Hamilton

Since Bill Wyman was the focus of the previous Bass Players to Know column, I’ve suddenly found myself excited by the timeless tradition of rock and roll. Whether it’s the loud guitars, eccentric front men, or iconic songs, the great rock and roll bands embody the sound, image, and appeal of “cool.” As a child of the 90’s (when music...