Most Famous Bands By State: MA?

It's always fun to see how people outside of our state, look at our state. I just discovered this from Insider, sharing their list of the Most Famous Bands By State. 

Most of their choices make sense, like Alabama's favorite band is Alabama. Kansas, is Kansas. But when they come to Massachusetts, I noticed a surprise. They chose the great band Boston to represent our state. Sure, why not? That makes sense, right? But then I got to thinking. What about Aerosmith? Arguably, each band has equal success. How can you choose between both, to represent Massachusetts? Both bands deserve that honor, in my opinion. Well, I think Insider may have pulled it off. They gave New Hampshire, to Aerosmith. Here's what they wrote:

NEW HAMPSHIRE: Aerosmith

Aerosmith is one of the most recognizable '70s rock bands and one of the biggest comeback stories in rock history. Aerosmith was flying high and on its way to rock royalty after the release of "Toys in the Attic" and "Rocks" in 1975 and 1976, respectively.

But the band's struggle with drug and alcohol abuse took its toll, leading guitarists Joe Perry and Brad Whitford to temporarily leave the band. Aerosmith seemed to be on the brink of no return until Run-D.M.C. released a cover of "Walk This Way" and catapulted the band back to the mainstream. 

Though they're billed as the "bad boys from Boston," many people don't know that Aerosmith formed in New Hampshire before making it big. Lead singer Steven Tyler and Perry spent summers together as children and the band played at small venues and high school proms throughout the state before making a name for themselves nationally. 

Good job Insider. I'm ok with that. 

See the full list and stories behind the Most Famous Bands By State,  here.