On June 28, 2019, Las Vegas rock fans got a huge surprise when Steven Tyler joined Paul McCartney on stage at T-Mobile Arena. During the encore, McCartney invited the Aerosmith frontman to sing The Beatles’ 1968 hit “Helter Skelter,” setting the crowd on fire.
Before kicking off the performance, McCartney introduced the guest, “We have a special guest for you: Mr. Steven Tyler. With McCartney’s steady rock energy and Tyler’s wild, high-powered vocals, the performance was electric.
They traded lines, pushed each other’s intensity, and even added a spontaneous outro. Fans in the arena erupted in cheers, while those watching online couldn’t get enough of the legendary collaboration. It was a moment of pure rock magic.
McCartney started the song with his strong, gritty voice, bringing the same power and energy that made the original so famous. When Tyler joined in, he added his signature scream and bluesy rock style, making the performance even more intense.
Tyler’s raspy, high-energy vocals blended well with McCartney’s raw sound. They took turns singing and came together on the powerful chorus. Tyler’s voice was wild and unpredictable at times, while McCartney kept the song steady and strong. Their combined energy turned the performance into a thrilling rock moment.
The audience were thrilled by the unexpected collaboration, and the video of the performance quickly gained traction online, with fans expressing excitement and admiration for the iconic pairing.
One said, “Truly amazing how well preserved the voices are of these 2 guys in their 70’s. McCartney’s closing in on 80! They both sound amazing and they sound incredible together. True rock and roll royalty.”