New York, NY (Top40 Charts/
Aerosmith Official Website) - Due to injuries
Steven Tyler sustained last week when he fell from the stage during a concert in Sturgis, SD,
Aerosmith is canceling the remainder of its summer tour.
Doctors advised the lead singer to take the time to properly recuperate from the accident that resulted in a broken shoulder and stitches to his head. In his current condition, Tyler is unable to tour and the band wants to give him time to get healthy.
Ticket refunds for the rest of the tour dates with special guests ZZ Top will be available at point of purchase.
Tyler fell from the stage during the August 5 show that was part of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota. The mishap occurred while he was dancing during the band's "Love in an Elevator." Tyler was subsequently airlifted to a hospital, then returned to Boston to consult with his own doctors.
"Words can't express the sadness I feel for having to cancel this tour," said guitarist Joe Perry. "I would like to thank our loyal fans for sticking by us through thick and thin and all the good energy they are sending our way. We hope we can get the Aerosmith machine up and running again as soon as possible. I sure am going to miss playing with ZZ Top just as I'm sure the fans are going to miss seeing them playing with us as well. Hope to see you sooner than later.
"My hat's off to our crew for putting up with this crazy stop and start tour. In my estimation, it was one of the best looking and best run tours we've ever had. Us road dawgs will meet again. May your wheels keep turning and your load-in's stay smooth."
"All of us here in the Aerosmith organization and all of the people who contribute to making our shows possible are in a state of shock," Brad Whitford says. "We never anticipated this tour coming to such a swift and unfortunate ending. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Steven for a speedy recovery and return to good health."
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