JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE AUGUST ISSUE | Page 39

has inspired many subsequent rock artists. The band was formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1970. Guitarist Joe Perry and bassist Tom Hamilton, originally in a band together called the Jam Band, met up with 39 vocalist/pianist/harmonicist S teven Tyler, drummer Joey Kramer, and guitarist Ray, and formed Aerosmith. In 1971, Tabano was replaced by Brad Whitford, and the band began developing a following in Boston.