Aerosmith is an American rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1970. The band was founded by vocalist Steven Tyler, guitarist Joe Perry, bassist Tom Hamilton, guitarist Ray Tabano, and drummer Joey Kramer. Ray Tabano was soon replaced by Brad Whitford, completing the classic lineup that would go on to achieve major commercial success and critical acclaim. Known for their blues-based hard rock style, energetic performances, and charismatic frontman Steven Tyler, Aerosmith emerged as one of the most influential bands of the 1970s. Their early albums, including "Toys in the Attic" (1975) and "Rocks" (1976), featured hit songs like "Sweet Emotion," "Walk This Way," and "Dream On," helping to cement their status as rock superstars. Despite battling personal struggles and internal conflicts during the late 1970s and early 1980s, the band made a major comeback with the help of producer Bruce Fairbairn and their collaboration with rap group Run-DMC on a revamped version of "Walk This Way" in 1986. This groundbreaking fusion of rock and hip-hop introduced Aerosmith to a new generation of fans and reestablished their presence in the music industry. Throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, Aerosmith enjoyed a resurgence with multi-platinum albums such as "Permanent Vacation," "Pump," and "Get a Grip," featuring hits like "Love in an Elevator," "Janie's Got a Gun," and "Cryin'." The band's 1998 power ballad "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing," featured in the film "Armageddon," became their first number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100. Aerosmith has received numerous awards and honors throughout their career, including multiple Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001. They are considered one of the best-selling American rock bands of all time, with over 150 million albums sold worldwide. Known as "America's Greatest Rock and Roll Band," Aerosmith has continued to tour and perform into the 21st century, maintaining a loyal fan base and an enduring legacy in the world of rock music.