Aerosmith is gearing up for their highly anticipated Peace Out farewell tour, which will kick off in June 2023. As one of the most iconic rock bands of all time, fans are eager to see Aerosmith perform live one last time. However, before Aerosmith takes the stage each night, audiences will be treated to an opening set by some fantastic supporting acts. Here’s a look at who will be opening for Aerosmith on each leg of the Peace Out tour.
Leg 1: June – August 2023
The first leg of the tour will run from mid-June through mid-August, primarily hitting outdoor amphitheaters and festivals across North America. The main opening act for the first leg will be the multi-platinum rock band Incubus. Led by singer Brandon Boyd, Incubus first rose to prominence in the late 90s and became known for hits like “Drive,” “Wish You Were Here,” and “Pardon Me.” They’ve continued releasing successful albums over the past two decades, making them an ideal touring partner for Aerosmith on their farewell run. Incubus is no stranger to shedding at large rock shows, having opened for the likes of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones, and Linkin Park. They’ll be sure to get the crowd fired up for an Aerosmith set each night this summer.
In addition to Incubus, the classic rock band Styx will be opening a handful of dates on the first leg. Formed in the early 1970s, Styx had major radio hits with songs like “Come Sail Away,” “Babe,” “Mr. Roboto” and more. Their brand of progressive and arena rock makes them a fitting opener for Aerosmith fans. Styx also embarked on their own farewell tour in 2017, but have continued touring sporadically since then, often joining forces with other legendary bands. Their appearance as openers on the Peace Out Tour will give audiences a double dose of classic rock glory.
June 16 – Miami, FL
Incubus
June 19 – Atlanta, GA
Incubus
June 22 – Dallas, TX
Incubus
June 25 – Houston, TX
Styx
July 1 – Chicago, IL
Incubus
July 5 – Toronto, ON
Styx
July 8 – Boston, MA
Incubus
July 12 – Washington, DC
Incubus
July 15 – Philadelphia, PA
Styx
July 20 – Detroit, MI
Incubus
Leg 2: September – October 2023
After a break in August, the Peace Out Tour will pick back up in September and run through October. The opening act for the bulk of the second leg will be the rock band Joan Jett & the Blackhearts. Joan Jett rose to fame as the lead singer and guitarist of the all-female rock band The Runaways in the late 1970s before embarking on a successful solo career. She’s best known for enduring hits like “I Love Rock ‘n Roll,” “Crimson and Clover,” and “Bad Reputation.” Joan Jett & the Blackhearts remain a staple on rock radio and have toured consistently over the past four decades. They make perfect sense as an opening act choice, as Joan Jett herself cites Aerosmith as a major influence and inspiration early in her career. She even covered their song “Lightning Strikes” on her breakthrough 1981 album I Love Rock ‘n Roll. Having Joan Jett as direct support on the second leg of the tour will make for an incendiary evening of pure rock and roll.
As in the first leg, Styx will take over opening duties for a handful of dates in the Northeast and Midwest. This gives fans in cities like Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Newark a second chance to catch Styx’s set if they missed them earlier in the summer.
September 12 – Tacoma, WA
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
September 15 – San Francisco, CA
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
September 19 – Denver, CO
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
September 22 – Nashville, TN
Styx
September 26 – Tampa, FL
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
September 29 – New York City, NY
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
October 1 – Buffalo, NY
Styx
October 5 – Cleveland, OH
Styx
October 8 – Pittsburgh, PA
Styx
October 11 – Newark, NJ
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
October 15 – Montreal, QC
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
Leg 3: November – December 2023
After touring across North America, Aerosmith will close out their Peace Out Tour in the fall of 2023 with a final leg visiting Australia and New Zealand. The opening act tagged for this Australasian run is Aussie rockers Airbourne. Hailing from the small town of Warrnambool, Victoria, Airbourne explodes with an intense, no-frills brand of bluesy hard rock and roll. The band has steadily built an audience overseas, frequently opening for the likes of Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, and AC/DC. Now they’ll have the chance to play supporting sets in their homeland for one of America’s greatest rock exports. Expect Airbourne to bring a youthful exuberance and sense of danger to the stage each night down under.
Date | City | Opening Act |
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November 12 | Perth | Airbourne |
November 15 | Adelaide | Airbourne |
November 19 | Melbourne | Airbourne |
November 23 | Sydney | Airbourne |
November 26 | Brisbane | Airbourne |
November 30 | Auckland | Airbourne |
December 4 | Christchurch | Airbourne |
Having explosive rockers like Airbourne as openers will ensure audiences in Australia and New Zealand are fully hyped for Aerosmith’s finale.
Conclusion
Aerosmith has assembled an impressive lineup of supporting acts for their massive Peace Out global tour. Incubus, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Styx, and Airbourne all pair perfectly with Aerosmith’s fiery brand of blues-infused hard rock. Each opener brings the right kind of energy and musicality to complement a headlining set by one of America’s most beloved rock institutions. Not only will fans get to witness one last Aerosmith hurrah, they’ll be treated to an eclectic undercard of legends and rising stars. The Peace Out Tour is truly a rock and roll event not to be missed by fans across generations.