Perry Blasts Tyler Over Idol Role

There are currently two empty slots on the TV talent show's judging panel and rumours have been rife over who will replace Simon Cowell and Ellen DeGeneres, who quit after just one season.

Tyler is one of many stars linked to a judging role, and the rocker confirmed this week (beg01Aug10) that he has spoken to executives at TV network Fox about joining the show.

But the revelation came as a shock to Tyler's bandmates, with Perry criticising his pal for not sharing his plans.

The guitarist has also spoken of his fears for the future of Aerosmith if the frontman does decide to step in front of the cameras as an American Idol judge.

Perry tells the Boston Herald, "I found out on the internet like the rest of the world... I mean, this is no small thing.

"I mean, after working with me for 40 years, he couldn't tell me about this... Why so secretive? We're told it's a done deal. If Steven is committed to a TV show, that kind of affects the rest of us. We'd like to plan our lives, ya know?"

Tyler unexpectedly quit the band last year (09), and the rockers decided to audition for a new singer so they could continue plans for a tour and a new album, but Tyler's lawyers blocked the move and he subsequently rejoined them.