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Aerosmith

Aerosmith, formed in Boston in 1970, is an emblem of American rock 'n' roll, with a career that has endured the highs and lows of rock stardom for over five decades. This quintet, originally consisting of frontman Steven Tyler, guitarists Joe Perry and Brad Whitford, bassist Tom Hamilton, and drummer Joey Kramer, blended blues-based hard rock with a rebellious and flamboyant edge that became a defining part of their identity. Aerosmith's trajectory to stardom accelerated with their eponymous debut album in 1973, but it was their third album, "Toys in the Attic" (1975), that catapulted them to the forefront of American rock, with classics such as "Sweet Emotion" and "Walk This Way."

Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Aerosmith's hard-living lifestyles were as much a part of their legend as their music, leading to internal strife and substance abuse issues that temporarily stalled their success. Nevertheless, they staged one of the greatest comebacks in rock history with a sober and revitalized lineup in the late '80s, giving rise to multi-platinum albums and enduring hits like "Love in an Elevator" and "Janie's Got a Gun." The band's versatility was further showcased in the emotionally charged ballad "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing," which became a mainstream sensation. Their blues roots were honored with the 2004 cover album "Honkin' On Bobo," and their most recent studio work, 2012's "Music from Another Dimension!" continued to exhibit the band's energetic riffs and anthemic choruses. Time and again, Aerosmith has proven their resilience and adaptability, cementing their legacy as "America's Greatest Rock and Roll Band."

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