With the launch of Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, Target stores will carry an exclusive bundle for Nintendo’s Wii that includes the game, two wireless guitar controllers and a tour book for $149.99.

“The marriage of Nintendo Wii and Guitar Hero makes a lot of sense for the Target guest,” said Steve Eastman, Vice President, Target. “The music of Aerosmith bridges generations, just as the Wii has done. Everyone in the family can share that experience with this bundle.”

Franchitti will be making his debut in the Sprint Cup Series at New Hampshire in the fading yellow to red Target/Guitar Hero: Aerosmith Dodge. The 2007 IndyCar champion has eight starts this season in his rookie campaign in the Cup Series and currently sits 39th in the 2008 point standings.

“We’re very excited to have Guitar Hero bring together two great American traditions, rock ‘n’ roll Aerosmith style, and NASCAR racing,” said Dusty Welch, head of publishing Activision/RedOctane. “Fans at the event will get a double treat, watching their favorite drivers race and competing for a chance to face off against one of them on Guitar Hero: Aerosmith.”

The Guitar Hero consumer bus will be parked in the display area behind the main grandstands at NHMS all weekend for fans to take a sneak peak at the game and try their hands as a guitarist from Aerosmith. Franchitti and Target driver Reed Sorenson will make an appearance at the bus on Sunday to showcase their talents on the guitar before strapping into their Dodges for the 301-lap race.

“I love video games and actually have versions of Guitar Hero that I play on my bus and at home. To have Target, Activision and Aerosmith on my car for the New Hampshire race is pretty cool,” said Franchitti. “Who doesn’t love Aerosmith’s music? It’s perfect for getting ready for the side-by-side, non-stop action of NASCAR racing.”

Tier 2: “First Taste Of Success” (Max’s Kansas City)
Joan Jett - “I Hate Myself for Loving You”
The Kinks - “All Day and All of The Night”
Aerosmith - “Movin’ Out”
Aerosmith - “No Surprize”
Aerosmith - “Sweet Emotion”

Tier 3: “The Triumphant Return” (The Orpheum)
The Clash - “Complete Control”
New York Dolls - “Personality Crisis”
Aerosmith - “Livin’ on the Edge”
Aerosmith - “Ragdoll”
Aerosmith - “Love in an Elevator”

Tier 4: “International Superstars” (Moscow)
The Cult - “She Sells Sanctuary”
Run DMC - “King of Rock”
Aerosmith - “Bright Light Fright”
Aerosmith - “Nobodys Fault”
Run DMC featuring Aerosmith - “Walk This Way”

Tier 5: “The Great American Band” (Half Time Show)
Lenny Kravitz - “Always On The Run”
The Black Crowes - “Hard To Handle”
Aerosmith - “Back In The Saddle”
Aerosmith - “Beyond Beautiful”
Aerosmith - “Dream On”

Tier 6: “Rock N Roll Legends” (Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame)
Ted Nugent - “Cat Scratch Fever”
Stone Temple Pilots - “Sex Type Thing”
Aerosmith - “Mama Kin”
Aerosmith - “Toys In The Attic”
Aerosmith - “Train Kept A Rollin”
Joe Perry Guitar Battle

Bonus Tier: The Vault
Aerosmith - “Walk This Way”
Aerosmith - “Rats In The Cellar”
Aerosmith - “Kings and Queens”
Aerosmith - “Combination”
Aerosmith - “Let The Music Do The Talking”
Joe Perry - “Shakin My Cage”
Aerosmith - “Pink”
Joe Perry - “Talk Talkin”
Joe Perry - “Mercy”
Aerosmith - “Pandora’s Box”

The contest runs through May 31, 2008. The following prizes are available:

10 Grand Prizes: Xbox 360 Pro Console with Guitar Hero: Aerosmith
744 First Prizes: Guitar Hero: Aerosmith game for Xbox 360
178 Second Prizes: 400 Microsoft Points

An entry code is required to play, but participants can also enter by using the free code of SLURPEE. It appears those who get a code, found on 22 ounce Slurpee beverages, will be able to enter one additional time beyond the one free time, but the rules on this aren’t entirely clear.