Steven Tyler injures vocal cords, postpones part of Aerosmith's tour. Are Florida shows affected?

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Some Aerosmith fans will have to wait a bit longer to say peace out to the band.

Aerosmith has postponed six upcoming concerts for their farewell tour after Steven Tyler suffered a serious vocal injury, leading him to recover for the next month.

The "Peace Out" Tour kicked off in Saturday at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center on Sept. 2, delivering a two-hour celebration of the band's 50 years of music, from the "grimy blues rock and druggy riffs of the ‘70s to the polished sheen of their mainstream-commanding ‘80s output."

However, Tyler's injury is major cause for concern for both the band and fans desperate to see the rock legends play one last time. Here's what to know about the injury and is it will impact the two Florida shows.

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What is wrong with Steven Tyler?

On Sept. 12, Tyler announced that he had a severe vocal injury that occurred during Aerosmith's Saturday show in Long Island, New York.

“I’m heartbroken to say I have received strict doctor’s orders not to sing for the next thirty days,” Tyler, 75, said in a statement released by the band on Monday. “I sustained vocal cord damage during Saturday’s show that led to subsequent bleeding. We’ll need to postpone a few dates so that we can come back and give you the performance you deserve.”

Will Aerosmith's Tampa and Sunrise concerts be rescheduled?

It will not be rescheduled. As of now, Tyler is set to return to the tour by the time Amalie Arena's Oct. 11 and FLA Live Arena's Oct. 20 concerts roll around.

What will happen to the Aerosmith tour shows that are postponed?

As Tyler recuperates, new dates for the impacted cities have been set for:

  • Detroit - Jan. 29

  • Chicago - Feb. 14

  • Washington, D.C. - Feb. 17

  • Toronto - Feb. 21

  • Raleigh, North Carolina - Feb. 26

  • Cleveland, Ohio - Feb. 29

Existing tickets will be honored for the rescheduled shows, but ticketholders can also obtain refunds at their point of purchase if they are unable to attend.

What tour will Aerosmith be on once Tyler recovers?

The "Peace Out" Tour heading out on their farewell tour. For real this time.

The band's 18-song show is filled with their '70s and '80s hits including "Love in an Elevator" and "Janie's Got a Gun." But as USA Today reported, no Aerosmith concert would be complete without their mainstays "Dream On" and "Walk This Way."

To mark the occasion, the band created a playful dig at some of their peers who have made announcements of a final tour an Olympic sport with a “breaking news” farewell YouTube video featuring Eminem, Slash, Dolly Parton, Bill Burr, Ringo Starr and other entertainment stars expressing their disbelief that this really is farewell.

Are all original Aerosmith members on tour?

Original drummer Joey Kramer will be sitting out the band's final tour. John Douglas, Aerosmith's former drum tech, is filling Kramer's seat.

“While Joey Kramer remains a beloved founding member of Aerosmith, he has regrettably made the decision to sit out the currently scheduled touring dates to focus his full attention on his family and health. Joey’s unmistakable and legendary presence behind the drum kit will be sorely missed,” the band said in a statement.

However, fans can look forward to Tyler's yowl once its healed and his fellow Toxic Twin, Joe Perry, on the guitar. Brad Whitford and Tom Hamilton remain on guitar and bass.

What is the setlist for Aerosmith's Peace Out tour?

  1. "Back in the Saddle"

  2. "Love in an Elevator"

  3. "Cryin'"

  4. "Janie's Got a Gun"

  5. "Adam's Apple"

  6. "Livin' on the Edge"

  7. "No More No More"

  8. "Rag Doll"

  9. "Hangman Jury"

  10. "Seasons of Wither"

  11. "Movin' Out"

  12. "Stop Messin' Around"

  13. "Rats in the Cellar"

  14. "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing"

  15. "Sweet Emotion"

  16. "Toys in the Attic"

  17. "Dream On"

  18. "Walk This Way"

Can I still grab tickets to the Aerosmith Florida shows?

According to Ticketmaster, tickets for both Aerosmith's Tampa and Sunrise shows are available. Prices both both venues range from $150 in the upper levels to $2,000 for floor seats.

To find cheaper options, fans can seek out tickets on third-party sites, like VividSeats or StubHub.

What can I bring to the arenas?

Amalie Arena

Bags larger than 12x12x12" are prohibited, with large bags requiring to go through an x-ray scanner prior to entry. Medical and parenting bags exceeding these sizes are permitted but are subject to additional search procedures.

Small "point and click" cameras are permitted, and all other cameras are prohibited. GoPros and selfie sticks are not permitted into the arena. Video and audio recording devices are also prohibited.

FLA Live Arena

No Clutches or Purses larger than 4-by-6 inches are permitted include. Additionally, purses, backpacks, backpack purses, cinch bags, sling bags and draw string bags are not allowed.

No professional cameras or any camera with detachable lenses are allowed.

Is there an opener for the 'Peace Out' tour?

Aerosmith will say a final goodbye with a 40-date tour starting Sept. 2, 2023 in Philadelphia.
Aerosmith will say a final goodbye with a 40-date tour starting Sept. 2, 2023 in Philadelphia.

Georgia-based rock band the Black Crowes will join Aerosmith for the entirety of the tour.

Contributing: Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY

This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Aerosmith tour in Florida postponed after Steven Tyler vocal injury