Aerosmith Headlines Hollywood Bowl Show With Star-Studded Guest Appearances

Steven Tyler and his bandmates from Aerosmith brought a night of rock and roll nostalgia to the Hollywood Bowl, marking their return to the venue after a three-year hiatus ¹³. The show, which took place on a Thursday, featured a star-studded lineup with appearances by Billy Idol, Guns N' Roses, the Black Crowes, Heart, Sammy Hagar, Dave Grohl, and Johnny Depp ¹².

While the exact date of the concert is disputed, with some reports suggesting October 29, 2026, others indicate a different date ² — contradicting this, the Hollywood Bowl event was confirmed to have happened on a Thursday ¹³.

Aerosmith’s setlist included several of their classic hits, though there is some discrepancy regarding the specific songs performed. According to one report, they played six tracks, including 'Toys in the Attic', 'Back in the Saddle', 'Sweet Emotion', 'Dream On', and 'Walk This Way' ², while another source indicates a slightly different selection of songs ¹³. Additionally, the duration of Aerosmith's performance is also subject to debate, with one report stating it lasted around 35 minutes ¹, and another suggesting it was closer to 45 minutes ³.

Joey Kramer, the founding drummer of Aerosmith, made a notable appearance during the final number, 'Walk This Way', adding a special touch to the evening ¹².

Guns N' Roses were also part of the festivities, although the number of songs they performed and the specifics of their setlist remain somewhat unclear. One report suggests they played five songs, including both covers of early Aerosmith tunes and their own chart-toppers ², while other accounts differ on these details ¹³.

The event was hosted by comedian Bill Burr, who introduced the opening act, Warren Haynes, according to one source ³, though this detail is contested by other reports ¹².

What we know

• Steven Tyler and Aerosmith performed at the Hollywood Bowl ¹²³
• The show included appearances by Billy Idol, Guns N' Roses, the Black Crowes, Heart, Sammy Hagar, Dave Grohl, and Johnny Depp ¹²
• The concert took place on a Thursday ¹³
• Aerosmith performed at the Hollywood Bowl for the first time in three years ¹³
• Joey Kramer appeared for the last song 'Walk This Way' ¹²

What remains unclear

• The exact date of the concert ²
• The specific songs performed by Aerosmith and Guns N' Roses ¹²³
• The duration of Aerosmith's performance ¹³
• Whether Bill Burr hosted the event and introduced Warren Haynes ³