Steven Tyler threatens to sue Aerosmith if they replace him
Looks like ditching Steven Tyler is harder than losing an old dog.
Lawyers for rock icon Steven Tyler have contacted Aerosmith’s manager threatening legal action if the band moves forward with plans to replace its longtime band frontman, who is currently undergoing treatment for dependency on prescription drugs, Rolling Stone has learned.
Guitarist Joe Perry recently revealed the musicians are looking to replace the rocker while he takes a break to recover from a recent stint in rehab – insisting they want to continue with plans for a new tour and album without its lead singer. Lenny Kravitz and Billy Idol have been courted for the job, but Steven’s attorney is vowing to use every legal remedy at his disposal to protect the musician’s place in the group.
In a letter to Aerosmith manager Howard Kaufman, Steven’s lawyer Skip Miller demands that the band “immediately cease and desist from engaging in acts and conduct to the harm and detriment of your own client, Aerosmith, and our client who is one of its members.”
The note further states that “we reserve all of our legal rights and remedies in this matter, including, without limitation, pursuing legal action for damages and other appropriate relief.”
