Key Takeaways:
– Bon Jovi is releasing a new album “Forever” on June 7th, and a documentary will come out on April 26th.
– Lead vocalist Jon Bon Jovi admitted that he and Richie Sambora are not currently in contact.
– Richie Sambora, the band’s former guitarist, abruptly left the band in 2013, but his return is not ruled out.
– The rock band celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2024 with a continually impactful music legacy.
Bon Jovi Releases New Album and Documentary
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, legendary rock band, Bon Jovi, continues to make waves. Their timeless anthems continue to reverberate across NFL stadiums and on the “American Idol” stage. In 2024, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees are releasing a new album and featured in a tell-all documentary.
New Album “Forever” and Documentary Release
Lead singer Jon Bon Jovi is currently promoting the band’s newly announced album “Forever.” As the band marks four decades in the music industry, a documentary titled “Thank You Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story,” is set to premiere on April 26 on Hulu and Disney+.
The documentary brings to light one of the band’s greatest challenges during their journey – the sudden exit of guitarist Richie Sambora in 2013. Sambora, who was a defining member of the band and Bon Jovi’s writing partner, left the unit due to personal issues. Notwithstanding his departure, Jon Bon Jovi remains open to the potential of a future reunion.
Between Former Bandmates: A Relationship Revisited
Jon Bon Jovi revealed, in a recent interview with Ultimate Classic Rock, that there’s currently no contact between him and Sambora. However, the singer didn’t dismiss the prospect of Sambora rejoining the band at some point. “Hey, the door would always be open,” he affirmed.
Both former bandmates are appearing in the upcoming four-part docuseries, though they had no communication about their parts of the story portrayed in the series. Nevertheless, Bon Jovi holds no resentment towards Sambora for his abrupt exit and insists there’s “nothing but love” between them.
The Unexpected Departure of Richie Sambora
In a sudden turn of events, Sambora walked out of the band in 2013, just hours before a scheduled performance in Calgary. His decision was prompted by a need to prioritize his family, specifically to spend more time with his daughter Ava. Guitarist Phil X then stepped in and became an official member of Bon Jovi in 2016.
Sambora’s Hints at a Possible Reunion
Despite stating in 2023 that he was “not even close” to reuniting with Bon Jovi on stage, Sambora has recently expressed a change of heart. He told Absolute Radio that discussions about a potential reunion have begun.
Expressing no hard feelings or malice towards his former band, Sambora passionately believes performing again with the band could be a grand tribute to their enduring fans. Additionally, he expressed interest in rekindling his songwriting partnership with Bon Jovi, with whom he co-wrote several of the band’s legendary songs like “Wanted Dead or Alive” and “Bed of Roses.”
Celebrating a Milestone in Music History
The band’s upcoming documentary and new album together represent a monumental moment as Bon Jovi marks forty years in the music industry. Fans of the band can expect a candid look into past events and exciting new tunes with their latest album. Even as rumours swirl about a possible reunion with Sambora, the iconic rock band continues its musical journey.
“Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story” will debut on Hulu and Disney+ this April, and the band’s new album, “Forever,” is set for release on June 7th. The album is currently available for pre-order. As Bon Jovi commemorates its 40th year, its enduring legacy in rock ‘n’ roll continues to echo across the music scene.
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