After lighting up streaming platforms with their breakout single “My Only Angel,” Aerosmith and recent Grammy nominee Yungblud have officially unleashed their joint EP, One More Time — and the rock world is already split between shock, excitement, and disbelief. What many assumed was a one-off experiment has now become one of the boldest cross-generation collaborations in years.
A Sound No One Expected — But Everyone’s Talking About
The EP blends Aerosmith’s signature blues-driven swagger with Yungblud’s frenetic, emotional volatility. The result is a sonic experiment neither artist could have created alone — equal parts classic rock grit, glam-punk energy, and gritty arena-ready hooks.
If “My Only Angel” hinted that something unusual was brewing, the full EP confirms it: this partnership wasn’t a novelty; it was a calculated, creative risk with surprisingly powerful chemistry.
Aerosmith: A Legacy Band in Motion
Though Aerosmith have slowed touring due to health concerns — particularly Steven Tyler’s ongoing vocal recovery — the band has been far from inactive. The creation of One More Time marks their most adventurous studio project in nearly a decade.
The collaboration also arrives during an introspective moment for the band. Their postponed “Peace Out” farewell tour reignited global interest, reminding fans how deeply Aerosmith shaped the sound of American rock. The EP, unexpectedly, offers a glimpse into what Aerosmith can still achieve when they step outside their comfort zone.
Guitarist Joe Perry, long known for his willingness to experiment, reportedly pushed hardest for the collaboration, calling Yungblud “one of the few modern artists who actually scares the system a little.”
Yungblud: A New Era, A New Spotlight
For Yungblud, the EP drops during the biggest year of his career. Fresh off his first Grammy nomination, he has redefined his sound with darker, more dynamic production, distancing himself from the early pop-punk label while expanding into alternative and industrial elements.
His recent singles, international tour, and activism-driven public presence have solidified him as one of the most polarizing and magnetic modern rock figures. Teaming with Aerosmith amplifies that narrative — the rebellious newcomer shaking hands with the old-guard titans.
Yungblud called the collaboration “a mad dream I never thought would happen,” adding that Aerosmith were “one of the first bands that made me feel like weird was powerful.”
Inside the EP: Five Songs, Five Different Worlds
While the final tracklist varies depending on region, fans and critics point to several standout moments:
- “One More Time” – a gritty, groove-heavy opener blending Steven Tyler’s bluesy rasp with Yungblud’s explosive shouts
- “My Only Angel” – the breakout single that set the internet on fire
- “Dead of the Night” – a darker, atmospheric track drawing from industrial rock
- “Backseat Saints” – the most traditionally Aerosmith-sounding entry, but with a modern twist
- “Falling Upwards” – a reflective closer that shows a surprising emotional vulnerability from both artists
The chemistry is unexpected, almost jarring at times — but that unpredictability is exactly what fans are celebrating.
Rock Fans Are Split — And That’s Part of the Fun
Predictably, reactions have been loud and polarized. Longtime Aerosmith fans are stunned to hear Tyler trading verses with a Gen-Z punk renegade, while Yungblud’s younger fanbase is ecstatic to see him working alongside rock icons.
Critics, however, broadly agree: the EP isn’t safe — and that alone makes it interesting.
A Collaboration Nobody Saw Coming… but Everyone Is Talking About
What started as one surprising single has grown into one of the most unexpected rock partnerships of the decade. One More Time isn’t just a novelty EP; it’s a rare moment where two completely different musical generations collide, clash, and create something undeniably alive.
Whether listeners love it or hate it, one thing is clear:
Aerosmith and Yungblud didn’t just collaborate — they rewired the conversation around what rock can still do.
