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Aerosmith's Steven Tyler checks into rehab

Says he is 'eager' to get back on stage with bandmates

By Melinda Newman Wednesday, Dec 23, 2009 12:40 PM

Aerosmith's Steven Tyler checks into rehab

Steven Tyler

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Following several tumultuous weeks, Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler has checked into rehab for addiction to prescription painkillers.
In a statement released to People, Tyler puts to rest that he is still fronting Aerosmith, which is getting ready to celebrate its 40th anniversary. For the last few months, the band has been in limbo with Tyler announcing he’s focusing on a solo career, while the other four members in a quandary whether to wait for Tyler’s return or select a new lead singer. He also denied he had fallen back into his addiction, despite his band members’ belief to the contrary.
 
“I…am eager to be back on the stage and in the recording studio with my bandmates,” he says. “I love Aerosmith; I love performing as the lead singer in Aerosmith.”
 
Tyler, 61, will also receive pain management treatment as well. According to his physician, he has been in “severe chronic pain,” over the past 10 years, and a balance between managing Tyler’s pain while not sparking his addictions has been difficult to find.

 

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    Bestofluck I wish Mr. Tyler the best. Can't imagine having chronic pain and having to battle addiction as well. That is really difficult, a nightmare! Poor guy. He has got to be feeling awful right now. Hopefully, he can take comfort in the fact that he is seeking help and doesn't have to do it alone.

    December 23, 2009 at 2:22PM EST Reply to Comment
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      justin martin Is Steven Tyler taking a clue for Brittany Murphy? Clean yourself up already! Grow up - you're 61 years old!! If you're

      addicted to drugs and reading this - GET HELP! http://tictacdo.com/ttd/Be-Drug-Free The internet has amazing resources for

      you & your loved ones will help you if you ask! Don't end up young and dead or old and strung out!

      December 24, 2009 at 12:11AM EST

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Melinda Newman is the former West Coast Bureau Chief for Billboard Magazine with more than 15 years of experience in the music industry. She covers music and entertainment for the Los Angeles Times, the Washington Post, Associated Press, MSN, AOL and other outlets. Recent interviews include Taylor Swift, Pink, Brad Paisley, Foo Fighters, Jonas Bros. and Snow Patrol.

 

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