Was Aerosmith’s big Hollywood Bowl farewell a genuine celebration of rock history, or just another expensive cash grab?
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On this Halloween edition of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris Akin take a brutally honest look at Aerosmith’s star-studded Hollywood Bowl performances, and they have plenty of questions about what fans actually got for their money!
**AEROSMITH’S FINAL FAREWELL — OR ANOTHER COMEBACK?**
With Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and company returning to the stage, fans were treated to an enormous collection of guest performers. But was this really an Aerosmith celebration, or an excuse to put as many celebrities as possible on one stage?
Neeley and Chris examine performances featuring Sammy Hagar, Billy Idol, Heart, The Black Crowes, Sully Erna, and more, questioning how some of these musicians fit into an Aerosmith tribute.
And then there’s GUNS N’ ROSES!
Why did Axl Rose and company decide to perform their own hits, including “Welcome to the Jungle” and “Paradise City,” during an event celebrating Aerosmith?
The guys review concert footage, critique Axl’s current vocals, and debate whether Guns N’ Roses can still deliver the kind of performance fans remember from their glory days.
**STEVEN TYLER STILL HAS IT?**
Despite Aerosmith’s previous retirement announcement and Tyler’s vocal problems, the guys are impressed by his stage presence and energy.
But why did Aerosmith perform such a short set? Why was original drummer Joey Kramer involved so briefly? And could these performances actually be testing the waters for another tour or Las Vegas residency?
Chris also shares a memorable behind-the-scenes story about interviewing Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton during his time with Close Enemies.
**PLUS:**
- Sammy Hagar’s performance and his seemingly endless appearances at major rock events
- Billy Idol and Steve Stevens taking part in the celebration
- Heart and The Black Crowes performing Aerosmith material
- The surprising lineup of guest musicians, including Johnny Depp and Sully Erna
- The cost of attending major farewell concerts
- Whether legendary rock bands ever really retire
Was this the final chapter for Aerosmith, or will fans eventually be sold another farewell?
It’s another hour of uncensored opinions, classic rock arguments, sarcastic commentary, and absolutely no industry ass-kissing from THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW!
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