In the mid-'90s, most A&R execs were looking for the next Pearl Jam or the next Nirvana, not the next Bon Jovi or the next Poison. Alternative rock had taken over, and not many '80s-type hair bands were getting signed. Even Mötley Crüe was trying to be more alternative! But Bon Jovi -- the most famous rock act to come out of New Jersey since Bruce Springsteen, and one of the bands that defined hair metal in the '80s -- stuck to its pop-metal/arena rock guns and continued to headline soccer stadiums all over the world. One ...
Read More
In the mid-'90s, most A&R execs were looking for the next Pearl Jam or the next Nirvana, not the next Bon Jovi or the next Poison. Alternative rock had taken over, and not many '80s-type hair bands were getting signed. Even Mötley Crüe was trying to be more alternative! But Bon Jovi -- the most famous rock act to come out of New Jersey since Bruce Springsteen, and one of the bands that defined hair metal in the '80s -- stuck to its pop-metal/arena rock guns and continued to headline soccer stadiums all over the world. One of the Bon Jovi bootlegs that surfaced in the '90s was Forever and a Day, which was recorded from the soundboard at Weser Stadium in Bremen, Germany on May 27, 1995. While there aren't a lot of surprises on this 74-minute CD, Bon Jovi is in good form on "You Give Love a Bad Name," "Livin' on a Prayer," "Bad Medicine," and other rockers that defined pop-metal in the '80s. Power ballads are also a high priority, and the band is equally appealing on performances of "Always" and the Beatles' "With a Little Help from My Friends." But as much as Forever and a Day (which boasts superb sound quality) has going for it, the CD isn't recommended to casual listeners, and wouldn't win over anyone who isn't already a confirmed Bon Jovi fan. For those who are seriously into the band, however, this rare bootleg is worth picking up if you're able to track down a copy. ~ Alex Henderson, Rovi
Read Less
Add this copy of Forever to cart. $6.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Ruby rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Island.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Cases may show some wear. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Forever to cart. $7.87, new condition, Sold by Bestcdhead rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Milwaukee, WI, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Island.
Add this copy of Forever to cart. $20.97, new condition, Sold by newtownvideo rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from huntingdon valley, PA, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Island.
![Cross Road [2006 Japan Bonus Track]](https://www1.alibris-static.com/cross-road-2006-japan-bonus-track/cover/i66431xpbks.jpg)
![Slippery When Wet [LP]](https://www4.alibris-static.com/slippery-when-wet-lp/cover/z14022cdpzi.jpg)
![New Jersey [Remastered]](https://www0.alibris-static.com/new-jersey-remastered/cover/w14637f62uw.jpg)
