Hit Hard: A Story of Hitting Rock Bottom at the Top

From the early days of Aerosmith to the glamorous, drug-addled events that came with fame to the explosive band dynamics that continue to unleash a fury of endless creativity, Joey Kramer has an amazing story to tell. But beyond those never-before-told war stories, Hit Hard unpacks the history of a rock star who was both fragile and tough, who after years of wildness became willing to accept help and kick a serious alcohol and drug addiction, only to find that the real terrors and hard work were still ahead. It's the story of physical and emotional abuse, years of depression, and a nervous breakdown at the height of the band's comeback success. Ultimately, Hit Hard is about how Joey awakened to the self-acceptance and compassion that make relationships possible in the "real world" -- all as a member of the biggest band in American history.