Steven Tyler has relapsed and “voluntarily” entered treatment, according to his Aeorsmith bandmates.
“As many of you know, our beloved brother Steven has worked on his sobriety for many years,” the band said in a joint statement on Tuesday about the 74-year-old singer.
“He recently relapsed and willingly entered a treatment program to focus on his health and recuperation after foot surgery to prepare for the stage and the necessity of pain management during the process,” the release continued.
Aerosmith’s initial set of Las Vegas residency gigs in June and July will be canceled, according to the statement.
Tyler’s bandmates issued an unified statement revealing his relapse.
They wrote that Tyler will be able to “concentrate… on his well-being” as a result of the decision.
Joe Perry, John Hamilton, Joey Kramer, and Brad Whitford: “We will resume our 2022 dates beginning in September, and we’ll let you know any future details as soon as we can.” explained. “We are heartbroken that we have inconvenienced so many of you, especially our most devoted fans who frequently travel long distances to see our events.”
The band members gave refund details after thanking their fans for “understanding.”