JOE PERRY.

This article from Guitar World provides an overview of Aerosmith's early years, specifically focusing on the 1970s. It discusses the band's debut album, which initially had poor sales, and the pressure they faced from record companies. The article also highlights the success of their albums "Toys in the Attic," "Rocks," and "Draw the Line," as well as the challenges and tensions that led to guitarist Joe Perry leaving the band. Despite the difficulties, Perry emphasizes the love and camaraderie that still exists among the band members. The article offers insights into Joe Perry's experiences during the 1970s, including the band's success, the making of their album "Rocks," their life on the road, the influence of punk rock on their music, and the guitars he used during that time. Perry eventually left the band due to personal and business issues. Overall, the 1970s were a period of both success and challenges for Aerosmith. [Extracted from the article]