Watch Steven Tyler and Slash Perform Live With Joe Perry

On the primary of two nights of the Who’s “The Track Is Over” Farewell Tour on the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Wednesday, Sept. 17, a lot of the joy and drama was centered not on Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend however the opening act, the Joe Perry Challenge.

The outfit, led by the Aerosmith guitarist, has traditionally been a aspect challenge to maintain its namesake busy whereas his major band was inactive, nevertheless it took on larger significance in latest months, after Aerosmith was compelled to cancel their very own farewell tour when singer Steven Tyler injured his vocal cords, in the end main the band to announce they’ve retired from touring.

Given Tyler’s unsure future, Perry hit the street in August with an all-star model of the JPP that includes Chris Robinson of the Black Crowes on vocals, Perry’s Aerosmith bandmate Brad Whitford on guitar, Stone Temple Pilots bassist Robert DeLeo, ex-Smash Mouth drummer Jason Sutter and up to date addition, Black Crowes backing vocalist Mackenzie Adams.

Whereas the present lineup is sufficient for celebration, when phrase leaked out that Tyler would be a part of the band for a couple of songs, it amped up the anticipation, and Tyler didn’t disappoint.

Late within the band’s set, he joined Perry and firm for Aerosmith’s signature hit “Stroll This Method” and a rousing model of their traditional cowl of “Practice Stored A-Rollin,” full with Tyler taking part in a little bit of prepare whistle within the intro.

Watch Steven Tyler Carry out ‘Stroll This Method’ With the Joe Perry Challenge

Slash Additionally Joined the Joe Perry Challenge’s Hollywood Bowl Present

The 77-year-old screamer sounded sturdy in voice, and all gave the impression to be having fun with his presence, together with Robinson, who remained on stage and offered backing vocals.
Tyler wasn’t the one visitor to seem with Perry and firm. Weapons N’ Roses guitarist Slash made an look early within the set on the classic Aerosmith blues rocker “Mama Kin,” buying and selling riffs with Perry and Whitford.

Watch Slash Carry out ‘Mama Kin’ With the Joe Perry Challenge

Apart from the visitor spots, the band caught to a setlist of Aerosmith deep cuts (“Mixture,” “Final Youngster,” “Get It Up,” and “Chip Away the Stone”) and some Perry songs (“Let the Music Do the Speaking” and “East Coast, West Coast”), together with gems by the Black Crowes (“Twice as Exhausting”) and Stone Temple Pilots (“Vasoline”).

Early within the set, Robinson laid down the band’s mission assertion, saying, “That is the Joe Perry Challenge and we play rock ‘n’ roll!” And the band didn’t disappoint, with Perry serving up traditional guitar riffs whereas Robinson admirably stuffed the frontman function.

Whereas the Joe Perry Challenge proved to be a stable attraction, seeing Tyler and Perry again collectively once more on stage provides followers hope that maybe Aerosmith will reunite for their very own correct farewell sooner or later. It might not be a full tour given Tyler’s vocal limitations, however judging by Wednesday evening’s efficiency, a last live performance could be one hell of a present.

Watch Steven Tyler Carry out ‘Practice Stored a Rollin’ with the Joe Perry Challenge

Joe Perry Challenge Sept. 17, 2025 Hollywood Bowl Set Checklist

1. “Let the Music Do the Speaking”
2. “East Coast, West Coast”
3. “Mixture”
4. “Twice as Exhausting”
5. “Mama Kin” (with Slash)
6. “Vasoline”
7. “Get It Up”
8. “Final Youngster”
9. “Chip Away the Stone”
10. “Stroll This Method” (with Steven Tyler)
11. “Practice Stored a Rollin'” (with Steven Tyler)