“Beautiful Drug” sounds familiar, like it’s been done before. Basically what you get when artists try too hard to make some sort of statement or world impact so they can pat themselves on the back. The Springsteen like “American Reckoning” offers a somber tone with cliché lyrics, Bon Jovi slurs through at times, addressing the social unrest in America this summer. ![]() The song was also released separately as a duet with country singer Jennifer Nettles and no doubt will do well on the charts over there. “Do What You Can” confronts the coronavirus lockdown with country rock flair. “Limitless” begins 2020 on a high note with a great melody and solid beat reflecting a Bon Jovi mid-career rock track. All this to ask, was 2020 the original title or was that changed too? But 2020 was delayed until now from a May release date and two songs were replaced on the original release with two tracks Bon Jovi wrote and recorded during the mass quarantine, both of which make sense in terms of reflecting on 2020 but without them, the 2020 album name makes little sense. The 10-song 48 minute 2020 I thought might indicate a new Bon Jovi, a different musical direction, perhaps more in line with 2007’s Lost Highway which embraced country music but by the second song you realize 2020 is about 2020. His tour this summer that featured some outrageous ticket prices was canceled because of the coronavirus outbreak, clearly freeing up time to write new music. It has been four years since Bon Jovi’s last release This House is Not for Sale but since the self-titled debut in 1984, Bon Jovi has more or less routinely released albums and toured. It showed maturity while keeping a hard rock core and a few special ballads, something he has honed rather well, but the follow-up albums didn’t move the needle much. The Circle, Bon Jovi’s 11 th album released in 2009, delivered a number of solid songs and remains a favorite if not one of his best. ![]() Grab a list of bands who have celebrated 30 years or more and you likely find a change in musical style over the course of their career. His mostly hard rocking days of the 80s replaced by a softer pop sound then a dabble in country might have hurt his following and stature, but Bon Jovi deserves some credit for crossing genres and trying new things. And that’s all I could focus on while listening to Bon Jovi’s 15 th studio album 2020, out today, mostly a collection of soft and adrift ballads with a few pop rockers that occasionally elevate to what made Bon Jovi a household name more than 30 years ago.īon Jovi doesn’t get much love these days, at least it doesn’t seem like he or the band does. Their music will forever remain iconic and timeless.It sounds like him but it doesn’t sound like him. They have proven that they are still relevant after all these years, with their hit songs still resonating with fans around the world. They have been praised for their powerful vocals, captivating stage presence, and the way they bring their songs to life.īon Jovi is a timeless band that will continue to influence generations of music lovers. ![]() Their concerts are legendary for their energy and showmanship, as well as their ability to connect with the audience. The band has also taken their music to a whole new level with their live performances. This has resulted in an impressive number of awards, including two Grammys, an American Music Award, and a World Music Award. They are known for their ability to blend hard rock, pop, and even country elements into their signature sound. He has been the driving force behind many of their greatest hits, including " Livin' on a Prayer", " You Give Love a Bad Name", and " It's My Life".īon Jovi has never shied away from pushing the envelope when it comes to their music. The band is led by its namesake, lead singer and songwriter Jon Bon Jovi. They have been together since 1983 and have sold over 130 million albums worldwide. I Could Make A Livin' Out Of Lovin' Youīon Jovi is one of the most successful and beloved rock bands of all time.Captain Crash & The Beauty Queen From Mars.
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