Aerosmith is back in the studio for the first time in 13 years, teaming up with British alt-rock artist Yungblud for a five-track EP titled One More Time, scheduled for release on November 21, 2025.
The collaboration follows a high-profile performance at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, where Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, and Yungblud joined forces for a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne.
Tyler described the recording sessions as “plugging into pure electricity,” while Yungblud called the experience “mind-blowing” and “a dream come true.” The EP features four new songs and a reimagined version of Aerosmith’s 1976 hit Back in the Saddle, bridging classic rock with modern energy.
One More Time: Aerosmith & Yungblud’s Explosive Studio Return After 13 Years
Introduction: A Reunion Nobody Saw Coming
It’s been more than a decade since Aerosmith—the Boston-bred rock legends who once defined an era of excess and immortal riffs—stepped into the studio to record original material. After years of farewell rumors, health scares, and long stretches where Steven Tyler’s iconic howl seemed like it might never echo over a new riff again, the news has landed like thunder: Aerosmith is back.
And they’re not coming back quietly.
The band has announced a five-track EP titled One More Time, their first new release since 2012’s Music From Another Dimension!, with a drop date of November 21, 2025. Even more surprising? They’re not doing it alone. They’ve teamed up with Yungblud, the British alt-rock provocateur whose brash, high-energy style has made him one of the most polarizing yet vital young figures in modern rock.
The collaboration follows a high-octane performance at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, where Tyler, Joe Perry, and Yungblud stormed the stage for a volcanic tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. That set, already hailed as one of the greatest in VMA history, proved to be the spark that ignited the unlikely creative partnership.
Now, with both generations of rock standing side by side, Aerosmith and Yungblud are promising something not just nostalgic, but transformative—a merging of classic swagger with the urgency of modern rebellion.
The Spark: MTV VMAs 2025
When the VMAs announced a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, few expected Aerosmith to headline. Tyler, now in his late seventies, had been keeping a relatively low profile following vocal cord health scares. Joe Perry had been busy with solo work, while Tom Hamilton and Brad Whitford seemed content in semi-retirement.
Enter Yungblud. Known for his shock of dyed hair, punk-infused style, and chaotic live energy, he had long cited Aerosmith as one of the bands that taught him the power of rock theatrics. When the producers suggested a cross-generational tribute, Yungblud lobbied hard: “It had to be Aerosmith. It had to be Steven. That voice shaped everything I do.”
The performance—Tyler belting with trademark fire, Perry slicing through riffs, and Yungblud writhing across the stage like a man possessed—didn’t just honor Ozzy. It ignited social media and left fans gasping. One critic wrote: “If rock needed a reminder of its immortality, this was it.”
Backstage, Tyler reportedly turned to Yungblud and said: “Kid, we gotta do this again. In the studio. One more time.” The seed was planted.
Back in the Studio: 13 Years Later
The sessions for One More Time took place in Los Angeles, spread across three feverish months. For Aerosmith, it was the first time since 2012 that they’d braved the creative pressure cooker together.
Steven Tyler described the atmosphere in quintessentially flamboyant terms:
“It felt like plugging into pure electricity, man. Like we hadn’t missed a beat. There we were—Joe, Brad, Tom, Joey, and me—like kids again. But then Yungblud walks in, and suddenly it’s like someone hit the nitro button.”
Yungblud, meanwhile, was overcome:
“Mind-blowing. A dream come true. These are the guys I used to watch in my bedroom on scratched DVDs. And now I’m screaming into the same mic as Steven Tyler? Madness.”
The result is an EP that blends the bluesy sleaze and muscular riffs that made Aerosmith icons with Yungblud’s sharp-edged, restless energy.
The Tracks: Breaking Down One More Time
The EP features four brand-new tracks and a reimagined classic.
1. “One More Time” (Title Track)
An anthem of resilience. Opening with a bluesy harmonica line from Tyler before erupting into Perry’s snarling guitar, the track feels both vintage and urgent. Yungblud snarls the verses before Tyler’s soaring chorus kicks in. It’s a song about refusing to fade quietly—an explicit nod to Aerosmith’s return.
2. “Electric Funeral (Not Dead Yet)”
Borrowing inspiration from the night that brought them together, this track references the Ozzy tribute while carving its own path. A grinding, Sabbath-esque riff meets Yungblud’s punk spitfire delivery. The chorus—Tyler shrieking “Not dead yet!”—is already destined for arenas.
3. “Velvet Chains”
The EP’s slow-burn ballad. Built on Perry’s clean guitar arpeggios, Tyler delivers a raspy, vulnerable vocal about love, addiction, and freedom. Yungblud provides haunting backing vocals, their voices intertwining on the chorus. Critics lucky enough to preview it are already calling it Aerosmith’s most emotional track since “Dream On.”
4. “Chaos Theory”
A Yungblud-driven cut that sounds like it could live on his own record, but with Aerosmith giving it teeth. Fast, aggressive, politically charged. Tyler matches Yungblud’s intensity line-for-line, reminding listeners that he can still channel youthful fury.
5. “Back in the Saddle (2025 Reimagined)”
Perhaps the boldest swing of the EP. Aerosmith’s 1976 classic is retooled with modern production, heavier bass, and Yungblud taking the first verse before Tyler storms in. Some purists may cry foul, but the band insists it’s a respectful evolution. Perry: “That song’s about being dangerous, being alive. Why not give it a fresh set of teeth?”
The Dynamic: Legends and the Outsider
What makes this project so fascinating isn’t just the music—it’s the dynamic.
On one side: Aerosmith, a band whose legacy is set in stone. They’ve sold over 150 million records, survived near-collapse from drugs and infighting, and remain one of the most iconic American rock groups.
On the other: Yungblud, an artist still writing his story, often dismissed by older critics but adored by a fiercely loyal fanbase for his unapologetic individuality and defiance of genre.
Together, they’ve created a bridge. Tyler summed it up: “Rock isn’t about age, it’s about attitude. This kid’s got it. Reminds me of us when we were tearing up the clubs in Boston.”
Yungblud was equally reverent: “They didn’t treat me like some kid tagging along. They treated me like family. Like a bandmate. That’s what blew my mind.”
The Cultural Context: Why Now?
The return of Aerosmith comes at a pivotal moment. Rock has often been declared “dead” in mainstream circles, only to roar back in new forms. With younger generations rediscovering vinyl, obsessing over classic bands on TikTok, and attending nostalgia-fueled stadium tours, the appetite for legends remains strong.
But pairing Aerosmith with Yungblud isn’t just nostalgia—it’s evolution. It positions Aerosmith not as relics, but as participants in the ongoing conversation of rock. It also gives Yungblud credibility with skeptics who may dismiss him as style over substance.
Music journalist Elaine Matthews described it:
“This isn’t Aerosmith chasing relevance or Yungblud borrowing credibility. This is two generations of outsiders finding common ground in chaos and melody. That’s why it works.”
The Band: Recharged
Joe Perry admitted that he wasn’t sure he’d ever record with Aerosmith again. “We’d done the farewell tours, we’d said our goodbyes. But man, something about these sessions felt right. Like the universe wasn’t done with us yet.”
Drummer Joey Kramer, who had previously stepped back due to health concerns, played on two tracks. Brad Whitford and Tom Hamilton both leaned in heavily, noting that the sessions rekindled their brotherhood.
Tyler, of course, was the emotional centerpiece. His energy, described by Yungblud as “like a lightning bolt in skinny jeans,” drove the sessions forward. “The man’s nearly 80 and he’s still louder than me,” Yungblud laughed.
What Comes Next: Tour Rumors
Already, speculation is mounting: will Aerosmith and Yungblud take One More Time on the road? Sources close to the band hint that a short co-headlining tour in 2026 is being considered.
Fans are salivating at the idea of a setlist that jumps from Sweet Emotion to One More Time, with Yungblud joining Tyler on classics and Aerosmith backing Yungblud on his hits.
Nothing is confirmed—but the idea alone is enough to send ticketing sites into chaos.
Conclusion: One More Time, Forever
Aerosmith didn’t need to come back. Their legacy was secure. Their hits immortal. Their farewell tour could have been the final word.
But with One More Time, they’ve chosen not to fade into history but to roar back into the present, not alone but alongside a new generation ready to carry the torch.
For Yungblud, it’s the collaboration of a lifetime. For Aerosmith, it’s proof that the fire never dies. For fans, it’s a reminder: rock and roll isn’t dead—it just needed one more jolt of electricity.
And as Steven Tyler cackled at the end of the VMA tribute, his scarf-draped mic stand raised high: “We’re still here, baby. One more time!”
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