AEROSMITH have joined forces once again with British rocker Yungblud to unveil a brand-new take on their collaborative track “My Only Angel.” The fresh rendition — officially titled “My Only Angel (Desert Road Version)” — offers a stripped-down, soulful interpretation of the original single from their upcoming joint EP One More Time. The track also features a special guest appearance from comedy legend and accomplished banjo player Steve Martin.
While the original version of “My Only Angel” leaned into high-octane rock energy, this new version takes a more reflective and emotional route. During the reimagined studio session, Steven Tyler suggested adding a banjo to give the track a raw, organic finish. Being a lifelong admirer of Steve Martin, Tyler reached out personally — and Martin was quick to say yes. Recording his contribution remotely, Martin’s distinctive banjo playing adds a beautifully unexpected layer, bringing the song to a heartfelt close.
Though best known for his legendary comedy career, Martin’s connection to the banjo runs deep. He featured the instrument on classic comedy albums like A Wild And Crazy Guy before later pursuing bluegrass music seriously, performing with top-tier musicians and releasing several acclaimed projects. Earlier this month, Martin dropped Safe, Sensible And Sane, his collaborative album with Alison Brown, featuring appearances from Jackson Browne, Vince Gill, The Indigo Girls, Tim O’Brien, and Jason Mraz.
Set for release on November 21 via Capitol Records, One More Time will mark AEROSMITH’s first new music in over a decade. Produced by Matt Schwartz, the EP includes four original tracks co-written by AEROSMITH and Yungblud, along with a brand-new 2025 mix of the band’s classic “Back In The Saddle.” Both Tyler and Yungblud share lead vocal duties throughout, blending their unmistakable voices into something raw and modern yet unmistakably AEROSMITH.
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