Who’s the best Boston band or artist? Help us narrow it down.

With the announcement that legendary Boston-based rockers Aerosmith are leaving their touring days behind, we thought now would be a good time to take stock of the city’s musical history — in particular, the bands and solo artists who rise highest in the area’s musical firmament.

But with so many acts to choose from, how do we pick? That’s where you come in: Using your responses to the poll below, we’ll determine a Boston music “Sweet Sixteen,” and from there, also with your help, we’ll whittle it down until we’ve determined Boston’s most iconic artist ever.

So whether you’re a fan of the aforementioned Aerosmith, new wave icons The Cars, classic blues rockers the J. Geils Band, disco diva Donna Summer, or R&B pop icons New Edition, we want to hear from you. (Or even if you like Marky Mark, whoever you are.)

Check back in a few weeks when we reveal who made the Sweet Sixteen.