What was the confusion surrounding The Black Crowes' Aerosmith tour gig?

The Black Crowes and the McAuley Schenker Group both believed they were selected to open for Aerosmith's 1990 Pump Tour, leading to some awkward interactions between the bands.

Did Joe Perry ever get denied entry to an Aerosmith concert?

Yes, The Black Crowes recalled an incident where Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry was initially barred from entering a venue because he wasn't wearing his backstage pass.

How much did The Black Crowes get paid for opening for Aerosmith?

The Robinson brothers revealed that The Black Crowes were paid $350 per night for their opening slots on the Aerosmith tour.

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Black Crowes' Awkward Aerosmith Gig Mix-Up

14 Mar

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The Black Crowes were confused about opening for Aerosmith.
McAuley Schenker Group also vied for the Aerosmith tour.
Joe Perry was once denied entry to an Aerosmith show.

Black Crowes' Awkward Aerosmith Gig Mix-Up

In 1990, The Black Crowes were on tour when Aerosmith offered them an opening slot for their Pump Tour. However, there was confusion as the McAuley Schenker Group also thought they had secured the gig.

Rich Robinson recalled their manager announcing the Aerosmith tour offer, while MSG believed they were receiving it. Chris Robinson humorously recounted MSG's dismissive farewell to the younger band. The Black Crowes eventually joined Aerosmith, recalling an incident where Joe Perry was initially denied entry for lacking proper credentials.

This anecdote was shared by the Robinson brothers during a discussion about their latest album, 'A Pound of Feathers.' They also discussed their earnings from the Aerosmith shows, which amounted to $350 per night. The brothers also shared their strong opinions on AI in songwriting.

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