Richie Sambora on Bon Jovi’s Voice Struggles and Possible Reunion

[@TheTickingClocks]

No matter what. Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora are legends. Their contributions to music and our culture are undeniable.

[@theunknown4570]

Bash Jon if you want to. But he ruled at one time. And he conquered. And he kept that band relevant all of the past years. He is a business genius and a rock and roll icon. everyone gets old, and everyone gets to where they can't do something as well anymore we just need to be glad that they brought us all of that fantastic music

[@theunknown4570]

@Bob Donald I agree with you. And I'm not considering politics in my comment

[@PaulSmoker420]

Thanks! I will! 👍😁👍

[@despiertanmuchos7837]

Richie Sambora is one of the best and underrated guitarist, composer, singer and chorus as well of 80's till present!

[@despiertanmuchos7837]

@Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin One of the greatest. Dont understand what you mean. Anyway ✌🏻

[@despiertanmuchos7837]

@Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin Ahhh the opposite of you !!!!! Thks

[@despiertanmuchos7837]

@Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin The opposite of you jaa NO brain at all, Tks!

[@kristineb6134]

Richie is so frigging amazing!! He always did sing better than jon..no offense 2 Jon but..richie ain't the KING OF SWING for no reason❤

[@sharijbj3366]

He WALKED AWAY FROM JON, THE BAND AND THE FANS. His most recent CD he is still amazing. Things have changed. He's different now. He is also in his 60's. If you don't like it...then don't look, listen to him sing or perform. Move on people.

[@markgriffiths3262]

The voice is gone, the legend remains. ...Period.

[@quinny6920]

Listen if Jon doesn’t get that voice back, NO ONE can take away the success they had!! Huge applause to this band

[@littlegoobie]

key word here is "they." When sambora did his solo project, it was obvious that his voice is a huge part of the "bonjovi" vocals we know from the recorded albums. That's when I started thinking jon was probably a massive egomaniac and had all kinds of random power struggles with richie. If i remember right, richie even returned for a while, then left again for good... I don't claim to know everything going on in the band, but just from listening to the recent disasterous and very well publicized bonjovi concert footage, the only way i would go back if i were sambora is for more than 1/2 the proceeds. The only way jon can pull off a tour successfully is with sambora taking over the singing, and like i said, it would still sound like the albums because sambora is a huge part of the band's signature vocals.

[@michelleheath-yb6jp]

I agree with you he has to get his voice back

[@michelleheath-yb6jp]

Jon needs to retire his voice is gone

[@sangertx9077]

Listen?

[@daveg4236]

Gee thanks for that. Nobody said if he can't sing then the 40 years he's been around doesn't count

[@suzibazina]

Hope Jon is ok and comes back! He’s the whole premise of the group! We all wish him well

[@JackMcLeodJr]

Fantastic melodic player Richie. I like all sorts of music, mainly old-school heavy metal but I love some Bon Jovi.

[@hawtmess66]

Even just one Netflix special would be an amazing Bon Jovi thanks and farewell. I remember how excited i was when they all played at the 2018 R&R Hall of Fame. One more would be awesome!

[@fedebjalways]

I don't think Jon can be cured by miracle at this point. Everyone who has been following them over the years, know that he's been having a steady decline since 2012/2013 and it got worse in 2022. It's not a matter of resting. They have performed only 30 shows since 2019, so taking more time off won't help at this stage. I really don't know if there's anything to be done. He has been singing for almost 40 years now, and we all loved those 3 hours shows and those high notes on Prayer, Always, Dry County and many others... The man gave everything but it took its toll. In other words, the damage is done... I'll always be thankful for having them in my life. I just hope that they can be ok and have fun. I love them all.

[@courtneycoulsey]

The decline since 2013 has been Jon trying to sing Richie's parts of songs. Richie has a higher vocal range than Jon. Jon's been straining his voice since Richie left.

[@arturama8581]

Jon's voice was already deteriorating in 2005. He already ducked as many high notes as he could get away with at Live 8 in Philly's BFP. Should have taken better care of his vocal cords. Tom Jones is 82 and still singing like 60 years ago, but he took care of his voice. But part is also just DNA. Lemmy Killmister never had any problems and Lemmy wasn't the vocal coach type either.

[@Harald_Reindl]

​@@arturama8581 Lemmy never had a singing voice to begin with and a quarter of the octave of a range

[@markholmes2665]

@@courtneycoulsey Your statement makes no sense....Jon isn't "trying to sing Richie's parts". He has to sing HIS parts. Richie sang harmonies to what Jon was singing. Jon can't do both. With Richie gone, the other guys that can sing have to replace what Richie was singing. I don't remember how long Phil X (guitar player) has been in the band, but I can assure you he has a high and powerful voice that can replicate ANYTHING that Richie was singing. The decline is the result of being the primary lead vocalist for 30+ years.....this has happened to a lot of bands that had one guy doing the malority of the singing.

[@forestfaulkingham5832]

I understand Jon's dilemma, he got COVID, and lost his voice for two weeks, I myself use to be able to sing higher, but I came down with COVID, just before COVID was a pandemic, I actually use to be able to sing Steve Perry songs, but no longer, now I have to sing lower key material, it sucks, I researched COVID, and in fact it has been effecting many other vocalists! As it weakens your lungs, without proper breathing technique for singers, it's a lot harder to sing the higher notes, I feel for Jon, but it may be time for some lower key songs!

[@rhondalemley4898]

One of the best concerts I ever went to back in the late 80s and I would love to see them again

[@theonlyredspecial]

Sadly I did recently without Richie and I honestly couldn’t listen to Jon live anymore. He was honestly terrible which broke my heart.

[@rhondalemley4898]

@@theonlyredspecial well a lot of singers loose their voices over many many years of singing high note as he did for many many years

[@theonlyredspecial]

@@rhondalemley4898 yes of course they do. But he sounded terrible. It was tough paying for 4 tickets to hear it. Won’t be doing it again.

[@littlegoobie]

@@rhondalemley4898 some lose their range with age, unfortunately jon lost all the notes to the point where it was mostly chanting and non musical spoken words

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

NO YOU WOULDN'T. IT WOULD BE BRUTAL TO SAY THE LEAST. UNLESS OF COURSE YOU NEED A GOOD LAUGH.

[@michellegiardinobast7471]

Brotherhood❤️. So excited to see them together again.

[@jimbomac2785]

Awesome news if Jon gets his voice back. It may not be the hey day of Bon Jovi, but there's still plenty of Bon Jovi fans out there. Music brings back old feelings and memories of the time period it was released their music is still important to some of us! My Mom was a big Bon Jovi fan and played them all the time I grew up on them, Def Leopard, Ozzie, Guns 'n Roses among others.

[@lukea136]

His voice has been declining for over ten years, it's not coming back, sadly.

[@peppermintcrush5794]

@@lukea136 That's what I'm afraid of. But I don't know anything about how and why he struggles vocally now. I have seen them 3 times. I feel like that is enough. The last time was in 2013 and it was a big difference from the first time I saw them (1995). I'm happy with not seeing them live again. The concert in 1995 was amazing! No concert will ever compare to that one.

[@davecarter1047]

Awesome comment fella

[@LizzieSparrow2]

You remind me of my friend’s daughter. 😊❤ She grew up with us listening to those bands. We would drag her with us everywhere 😂to watch bands and even took her to be in Bon Jovi’s “Bad Medicine” video in Long Beach with us-they gave out video cameras so fans could shoot the audience. My friend’s daughter made it all the way to the front of the stage. She was like, 4 or 5...🤣 Cool times. 😄😎

[@roxtar38]

@@peppermintcrush5794 Jon never sang properly throughout his career. To get that rock raspiness back in the day, he pushed from the throat rather than with proper singing technique, thus causing damage. Dare I say that many guys don't since with proper technique, but some have better genetics or vocal cords and can carry on. I can sing well, but I don't sing correctly. When I used to do the cover band scene, my voice would be shot after a 4-hour night. I eventually quit completely bc it's not fun losing your voice every weekend. Imagine that on a Bon Jovi scale.

[@MrWolverinewarrior]

It would take a lot to make this happen, simply because Jon's voice is completely shredded at this point. Just listen to the last several tours, especially the last 2022 tour. He might have permanent vocal damage. It would be sweet to see it succeed -IF he could get his voice back. I mean Jon Bon Jovi was one of the best vocalists in their prime. Especially from 1984-1994. "Slippery When Wet," "New Jersey," and "Keep The Faith", in my opinion, was when they were at their peak.

[@guitarchitectural]

It's hearing damage. He did a live stream during covid while he supposedly had no voice, and he kills - because he can actually hear himself. He needs to talk to the guy who saved Brian johnson

[@jayray5160]

Covid stuff was terrible too

[@julietbrown5531]

What you silly little people need to be reminded of he was in he's 20 when he started out now he is 60. I mean come on. He is no longer in his 20s and you people need to think of that and not keep expecting him to sound likec20 anymore. Move on if you are a real fan. You would understand all 5his without complaining of the sounds of his voice. He working with what he's got. Not what he once had. And you people need to realise this. And look a little bit deeper into it. 8m a fan of 30 odd years and l still like him. And if you lot that are complaining about his voice. Realise this. It would stop all this silliness about jon being 60 and can't sing anymore. For goodness sake people grow up and look a bit deeper into the situation and look a little bit further than your noses!!!!!!

[@nicholaskruger9460]

He can’t sing. How would they get back together. His timings way off and he can’t sing. How do you fix that. It’s not a broken guitar

[@johnroberto384]

@@julietbrown5531 Stop take off your glasses and realize that’s not age that’s something a lot more serious Jon’s voice is shot to the max he is struggling behind the beat and also vocally pitch is all over age don’t do that age may affect his range but Jon has blown out his voice belting ridiculous high notes love Jon and Richie but I’m an honest fan Jon needs to work with a vocal coach to find whatever voice he may have left

[@zrriff2792]

I like how you cover all decades instead of just the modern bands

[@bobc.5698]

Saw them 1987 with Cinderella opening...It don't get better than that.

[@runner2008]

Same here. I saw the same tour. It was great. Seems like yesterday.

[@socalogp7296]

Yep, I saw that Tour as well. Cinderella was incredible and Tom Keifer's voice is still phenomenal today.

[@thomashoffman8228]

Ritchie was always underated. It would be great if he returns

[@MarieLouiseOles]

No matter what, he will always be a legend!

[@AmericanFlyOnTheWall]

I would pay to see Bon Jovi live-with Richie Sambora-if John was only able to whisper into the mic. Let’s do this!

[@sunrisesunset7]

This confirms that Jon is OK. After watching a few recent videos I was genuinely concerned about his overall health given his voice and more importantly his timing when singing but this is good news.

[@Terk131]

It's new programming in the soundboard. That's what everyones doing these days, even Arnel singing for Journey

[@Xcorgi]

This doesn’t confirm a damn thing. Jon’s voice is completely toasted! There’s just no coming back from that.

[@Terk131]

@@Xcorgi Yup, his voice can never come back. Retirement time. With his net worth, why not retire.

[@relevantbrother8964]

I think it's the only way for Bon Jovi to get a kick on in this phase if their careers. I reckon Richie can also take over some vocal duties..he sings leads very well anyway and can perhaps cover 30% of the set list that way.

[@dodgeramsport01]

Yes I aggree, here's the thing, Jon never did full singing duties, Ritchie always had his back and did a loft of the singing you hear in the background

[@gabus84]

I'd love to see them back together♥♥♥♥

[@JonBonJovi-qr7yk]

Happy new year. With a grateful heart, I wanna say thank you for your kind words. Your kind words attracted me. It's an honor entertaining you. Where are you texting from dear❤

[@akasgsvirgil9503]

Grace Slick gave an interview back in the early 90's. During that interview, she was asked if Starship had any plans for a reunion tour. Her answer was nothing short of sublime. "There is nothing more pathetic that someone my age jumping around on stage trying to act like they're 25 again". Its rather apparent that many aging rockers didn't read this interview.

[@lawmantheonetrueking3739]

Each to their own. We know a lot of singers cannot sing like they did, Elton, Coverdale, Gillan, Bon Jovi, R Davies, P Stanley, etc but if the fans want to see them for one last time then who are anyone to say they shouldn’t do it? If you don’t want to go then don’t. If you do then remember it will probably be their final tour so just enjoy and chill

[@carpenoctem775]

Grace Slick was just mad because her bands were never that commercially in demand. Mid level success at best. Even in the 60’s they couldn’t touch the likes of The Beatles, The Doors, etc.

[@akasgsvirgil9503]

@@carpenoctem775 So, she was jelly? Got it. You're a dunce.

[@seangdenver3547]

Who gives af about what some bitter person said

[@douglasjarnagan3835]

Jon's voice starting declining years ago. It was slipping before even Richie left. Recently it just got so bad that people couldn't overlook it anymore.

[@JohnnyPerth]

Richie always had the better voice

[@julietbrown5531]

Don't you dare knock Jon's voice in anyway he's probably got problems that none of us know about. He has no obligation if he doesn't want to share it with anyone!!

[@florianacrisan1929]

@@JohnnyPerth Serios?....atunci de ce nu a fost el solistul ???nimeni nu ii poate lua lui Jon talentul ,vocea și unicitatea de compozitor !!!!.....

[@gaspar-animal-ribeiro5414]

@@florianacrisan1929 Richie actually was the singer on his solo project. And actually sang a few Bon Jovi songs live while in the band. And yes, for a while that Richie has the better voice, but it's normal. Jon sang the main vocals and that takes a bigger toll on his voice. Simple as that

[@julietbrown5531]

You try the music he does at 60 see what you would sound like touring back to back month after month

[@fueu2617]

Dude every time you report this rock news it is just great. Lovely snippets of what is going on. Thanks

[@JennyLewis-e3s]

I LOVE YOU RICHIE SO MUCH PLEASE RICHIE HAVE FEELINGS FOR ME PLEASE ❤❤❤

[@TheRareVideosXL]

It will be great to see a reunion of Bon Jovi with Richie Sambora.

[@joshuaburba1048]

I'm a subscriber to a channel called "Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy." He's a vocal coach and often does reviews of live singing. He's reviewed some of Jon Bon Jovi's struggles, and according to Mr. Tamplin, it's a matter of learning proper vocal techniques. He can tell by watching clips of Jon singing live, that it's not a matter of his voice being "gone" or "ruined." He just never learned safe and healthy singing techniques that allow one to keep singing at a high level for many years. I wish Jon would invest in some vocal lessons, as I think he has plenty of years left in him. He's not that old, after all. Anyway, I just thought I'd add that to the conversation. I'm a lifelong Bon Jovi fan and wish only the best for those guys. I'm also pumped to hear that Richie might be coming back. Have a good one.

[@dragonlips2005]

Do we honestly think that the voice of Bon Jovi Enterprises/INC hasn't taken steps to protect his most precious asset, his voice? I'm sure Jon has been to all kinds of doctors and vocal coaches. There is too much money at stake to suggest otherwise. He could very well have some incurable problems with his voice. It may never come back.

[@joshuaburba1048]

@@dragonlips2005 Your comment is focusing on whether he has taken care of his voice or not ("I'm sure Jon has been to all kinds of doctors and vocal coaches"), whereas my point was that, at least according to Ken Tamplin, he never learned proper and safe singing techniques. So, no one is debating whether he has ever visited doctors or vocal coaches before. In fact, that is irrelevant to my point. Have a nice day.

[@TONERAVENTUNES]

Rock On!I think Richie Sambora coming back would be really great! tone raven

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

🌴🌴< < < ALL MY LIFE I'VE WANTED TO SING LIKE JON BON JOVI AND NOW AT THE AGE OF 72 I FINALLY HAVE REALIZED MY DREAM ! > > > 🌴🌴

[@Elmont-Rules13]

This guy is so easy to listen to big props. You are very, very good.

[@luizibanez4071]

Sambora will play guitar and sing. BJ can dance, play harmonica and tambourine . And it's all right.

[@brents.8972]

What people need to realize is that Richie can maintain a solo career on his own as am all around complete musician and artist. He has certain "goods" that Jon doesn't anymore and the fact of the matter is Jon /Bon Jovi needs Richie more than Richie needs Bon Jovi!

[@germanvelasquez8060]

Bon & Richie son magia sobre el stage.....

[@Xcorgi]

Not anymore!

[@justinsquibb5211]

Man some people hating … if Jon lost is voice so be it but when he had it he was one of the singers in rock ever

[@kensen10]

I listened to a few of the excerpts of online shows and it was pretty rough. In any band that has been around for years as Bon Jovi, the singer is the one that has the toughest time hitting what they used to, especially the high notes and screams. Unless other bandmates get arthritis, sick or abuse drugs and alcohol, they can usually keep on for much longer. I'm just throwing this out there, but they could do what Journey did to keep it going if Jon can't deliver what he used to. Again, just an "if". Sure, the band name is Bon Jovi, but it is an entity that encompassed the name, the sound, the songs, all of the people that created that sound. That remains no matter who is up front, as it did with Journey OR Foreigner, etc... Check out a guy in Australia named Tib Horvath, singing Bed of Roses on KZbin with Sing It Live... That's like what it would take, IF they wanted to go down that road. I've loved this music for years and hope it continues!

[@jordanmartinez2432]

I know this is a little hokey but, it would be awesome if Jon and Richie got in the gym started taking care of themselves top to bottom and came out with a new record and tour and take the world by storm!!!👍😊

[@jangles1839]

IDK....as great of a singer Jon Bon Jovi is/was (however you wanna see it)... Richie Sambora was who truly made Bon Jovi's biggest hits complete, in my personal opinion

[@florianacrisan1929]

Serios????doar că lumea întreagă l-a auzit pe Jon cântând ????.....ha ha,ha.....ok solourile de chitara foarte tari ...nu neaga nimeni asta !!!!...dar atât ????

[@chrisgrech4939]

Jon needs Richie and Richie needs Jon. Only Richie can fill in for Jons Vocal Gap!

[@ErinM-rk2vc]

Wanna know how to fix the Bon Jovi 'voice struggles'? Hint:re-structure the song 'wanted' to the key of E (not d major)

[@ckmoore101]

Sambora coming back would be a huge payday on a large tour, if they could pull it off. Plus, he is a great singer, probably at this time, better than Jon. But to hear those old hits with Richies harmonizing (....Dead or Alive??) would be great. My first concert was Bon Jovi in 85 when they opened for Ratt, on the last leg of the Fahrenheit tour (Ratts Invasion... tour). Slippery was just around the corner, before they blew up into the biggest band on Earth for a time.

[@asbjrnl.srensen3781]

Just to se the double neck guitar and cowboy hat..all dressed in black..shit, Jon need to get his voice better and bring richie on...

[@sargentrowell81]

Hope that when they go back on the road that Phil still remains a part of the band. He certainly earned his spot on stage in saving the band twice (2011 and 2013). Not to mention he just has a great energy and presences on stage! I'd love to see them split the work between them somehow, but since Richie just up and left with no notice in the early stages of a big tour he shouldn't just get to come in and take Phil's position completely away from him. I think it would be epic to see 2 absolutely amazing guitarists on stage together like that.

[@gregorynagy8500]

Interesting story. Metro Detroit Loves you guys!!! G

[@IleanaFernandez-ev2dx]

Fantástico. . Ellos son únicos

[@Teri11215]

I would love to see Richie back, I feel bad for Phil X, he’s great too. But for me, Bob Jovi hasn’t been the same without Richie.

[@klarabrigittaszekeres8253]

I wonder if the 60-year-olds who are crucifying Jon are as successful at their jobs as they were in their 20s. You don't have to answer because I know you don't. I have no doubt about that. The band JBJ gave the world not only music, but a feeling of life that no one else could give. This can really be confirmed by the fans, as it has been their favorite for 40 years. It's a similar feeling to when you had a childhood crush and 40 years later you still see this person as beautiful as her/him was then, even though this person has changed over time. So see in it the beauty, your youth and everything they gave you of themselves. I hope there will be another chance to go to Jon and Ritchie's joint concert. It would be amazing❤

[@MarieLouiseOles]

He will get it back.

[@MarieLouiseOles]

Absolutely!!

[@jd66604]

after seeing this video and hearing other news sounds like something big is in store for the 40th anniversary

[@sensitivity7207]

Good to hear that Jon’s ego didnt stop his from noticing he has voice problems.

[@carolynrebeccadick3907]

That be awesome if Richie back I sure the fan will be happy to see back in Bon Jovi bands again 😊

[@markgriffiths3262]

Not even Richie can save him now. But then maybe if Richie takes the lead vocal on all the songs, there might be a chance.

[@carolynrebeccadick3907]

@jonbon jovi I m good thanks Happy Easter from Dunedin in New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@zachdzikansky5090]

I hope John will get his video back

[@anthonylove821]

The only way I would see Bon Jovi is if Richie came back. Richie was a huge part of Bon Jovi. Without Richie Bon Jovi’s success is all downhill. Already been proven.

[@claytonabbott7601]

This house is not for sale was the only song I really liked after Sambora left. I feel that song they contributed to Richie musically and not lyrically. I mean the palm picking, the solo, and the overall speed of Phil X just felt Bon Jovi pre-2012 to me. My only flaw was that it was missing Richies delayed backing vocals... But as for the rest of that album and the other 3 albums. They sounded like disco music.

[@SteveBueche1027]

Was this before the surgery?

[@markgriffiths3262]

Sorry its over for Bon. Had almost 3 years off to rest. Good guy, Great career. So........save your money, play the old recordings, smile, and think about the way we were.

[@andersonsprairieviewfarm2552]

I would love to see Richie get the recognition that he deserves, John i dont care hes way over rated. And always has been.

[@BUNKERJR53]

As much as I love Bon Jovi I really don't think Jon is going to be able to pull this off. His voice has reached that point where it's worn out. Yes, the fans would love to see it happen but it is along the same line as Motley Crue's reunion tour. Vince Neil's voice is wasted. They did it for the fans but they really did it for the money. I like some of Motley's catalog but I really was into Bon Jovi. In their younger days they blew Motley off the stage. I just don't want to see this big Bon Jovi reunion and the band is spot on but Jon's voice is to the point they have to use Pitch Correction on his vocals. As a vocalist I have nothing but respect for Jon but I would hate to see him embarrass himself to the point that Vince Neil did. I think it's time for Jon to strap his six string on his back and ride off on top. He's had a great run until lately.

[@orlandoacosta2631]

It didn't help that Jon kept singing songs that were not in his range anymore like "Always." You can clearly see him straining trying to hit those high notes and that just messes up your voice sooner or later. At this point I don't see his voice improving and it's been bad since about 2007 more or less.

[@florianacrisan1929]

@@orlandoacosta2631 Bine că a exista că sa cante ,,Always,,!!!.....Jon!!!!....toți cântăreți de rock își forțează vocile .....și suferă pt asta !!!!......nici unul din ziua de astăzi numai au atâtea concerte cat aveau cei din anii 8O'-9O'....adevărat ????.....au fost un fenomen și iubiți !!.....îți mulțumim Bon Jovi !!....nimeni nu te poate înlocui !!!!...nu ai fost doar voce și talent !!....ai fost și compozitor ,prezenta ,frumusețe și foarte mult sexaplles!!!...un pachet întreg!!!!.....avem aceeași vârstă și știu ce inseamna 6Oani .....te iubesc și acum !!!!....

[@johnkerkalis6310]

Vince Neil's voice is marvelous!😀👌😂🤣

[@tammyrice1176]

THAT WOULD BE PRICELESS, ITS JUST SAD THAT ALIC IS PASSED BUT WILL BE THERE IN SPIRIT ❤🙏❤

[@zakkwyldesdmf13]

It's never too late to try to get your singing voice back. JBJ should be able to manage to do that, at least to a certain degree. But he really needs to work on that with the help of a professional coach. Otherwise it's not going to work or to last long. That's what has been my only issue with the way JBJ dealt with that. Never did news surface that he's working on his vocal problems WITH PROFESSIONAL HELP. So yes, I absolutely blame him for not going all the way.

[@SKRooU2]

depends on his vocal cords and what shape they are in. All of the coaching in the world won't help if his cords are too damaged.

[@unclebozo9845]

In a fairly recent interview he did there was a scar on his throat that wasn't there before, so he may have had surgery.

[@markgriffiths3262]

REST is one of the Best things a singer can do to regain strong vocals. Problem is Jon has had almost 3 years off, and comes back "singing" like this.

[@MaxGorisch]

Could be hernia problems

[@doggorman]

Ritchie Sambora is the perfect remedy to bring interest back in the band BonJovi. Quite Homestly after Jon losing his voice and his last few records Werent as successful as any of his other successes. Bring back Ritchie Sambora or should I say Ritchie Sambora deciding he wants to rejoin Bin jovi again will just add a nice spark to the Band Bon Jovi and re energize the BonJovi Fan Base. Ritchie Sambora is just Walking legend He is a rare commodity as Ritchie Sambora is one of the last Rock Star Guitarists that are around today. I hope he didn’t change much and Just did a little tweaking to adapt to todays fans but also staying true to the original FanBase. Early on it was About who had the prettiest longest hair and who was the loudest and fastest playing guitar Player. It will be very I interesting to hear the new collaborations between Jon andRitchie in current times

[@erichkolli2006]

Jon’s voice is not the same, sorry pls no reunion, why, because fans always remind the last . Let it go, if it should not be. You have done more than great ❤

[@jessekauffman3336]

Awesome

[@mariannetuite7411]

It frustrates me endlessly that he would even consider going back to the band. I followed this man’s career since 1986, he, David and Tico are SO much more talented than Jon (who has incredible skill when working a crowd, but by far the weakest vocal talent of the 4 classic members). I saw Richie play solo shows in ‘98, ‘12 and ‘14. Phenomenal, phenomenal talent. I just wish he had more confidence to stand up there alone. The 2012 shows in particular were a thing of sheer beauty. So much better than any of the many Bon Jovi shows I saw between ‘96 and 2010

[@ryplay08]

I’d love to see Richie come back I wonder what would happen to Phil X though

[@careful...Icarus]

Back into the ether whence he came.

[@sdfsdf23232dsfsdf]

Thank you for your service Phil. Best of luck in the future

[@benkraze3103]

Probably be the band 2nd guitarist.

[@jeannieheath8779]

Months ago Richie mentioned joining the band on a Red Carpet in London (probably around the time MS was filmed). The official BJ Twitter within days posted a couple of pics of PhilX and comments about our guitarist. I think he will be kept. He's a back up security for Jon. The way Richie left and Phil's response won't be forgotten imo.

[@SKRooU2]

Bye Bye Mr. X

[@thundernels]

I would imagine that the crowds will be so happy Richie is back, the band is hoping they will ignore a increased reliance on backing tracks.

[@kevinstrang11]

Richie and Michael Anthony 2 best back up singers ever

[@robinfletcher2133]

Mate, the interview was with Planet Rock radio.

[@cesargallo7424]

Hope Richie is back, he's a phenomenal singer and guitar player. Jon's voice maybe can be fixed, he's got all the money in the world, hope it happens

[@ErinM-rk2vc]

I did it with Bad company's feel like making...' now 'shooting star' is a whole nother subject😎🎸it's Brandony

[@paulelverstone8677]

You know that phrase 'leaving it all out there' - well, that is what JBJ did. Love him or hate him, you can't deny that he gave it his all. Luckily, Richie has a great voice...

[@LionGTX2024]

Sweet !!!! 🎉

[@lindaanderson9474]

Nobody mentions JBJ had Covid in 2021… I believe in my heart this is what affected his voice . In 2020 he sounded great. Hoping & praying his voice gets better….🙏🏼

[@michelleheath-yb6jp]

Oh sorry to hear that about jon

[@qigong9186]

Sideffect of the Pfizer-Jabs !

[@motleydude73]

Smoking, decades of poor vocal techniques more so. He blew it out on the New Jersey Tour.

[@junkyarddawgs9956]

The jab

[@Lampwick-dz1zq]

EVERYBODY KEEP THE FAITH .

[@marvinmartin3438]

Bon Jovi has recorded vocals for every song in their shows and they are used when he has trouble singing. Usually the last few songs of every show John lip syncs to a recorded vocal track. Just sayin

[@julietbrown5531]

Bull shit he never lip syncs from a fan of 30 years and counting

[@markgriffiths3262]

@@julietbrown5531 Well....if he does not lip sync, maybe he should. Cant get any worse.

[@goodmorningsundaymorning4533]

The band's name is Bon Jovi. The singer is Jon. Jon Bongiovi.

[@brianrossiter2547]

I know... Was confusing me how he kept saying "Bon Jovi" to just mean Jon.

[@m2agapay369]

@@TheApocalypse2031 🤣 Undebatable? Did you hear Jon when he was still in his prime? Im not sure if Richie can scream like Jon.

[@florianacrisan1929]

@@TheApocalypse2031 Niciodată !!!niciodată !!!.... ,,Obișnuită,,???serios ????.....a fost și v-a rămâne iubit că solist și compozitor !!!!....Sambora intodeauna The second!!!!!.......🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@markbro4427]

@@m2agapay369 Jon was always the weaker vocalist live even when they started out in 84, I saw them back then....Jon seems to get out of breath easily and loses it a bit, not saying he's bad, it's hard work but Richie is the better singer out of the two.

[@m2agapay369]

@@markbro4427 I just don't understand what makes Jon a weaker vocalist. Than Richie. I never heard Richie scream like Jon especially in their live performance Jon sang " Living in sin" or sing a very high notes like Jon . And yes perhaps Jon gets out of breath and that is because he is always moving and running around and doing some moves. I've seen a lot of videos Jon running around and singing doing jumping jacks and still can sing a setlist of songs. Though what Richie's doing is not also easy but in terms of stamina I think Jon has more.

[@markanderson7284]

This ship has clearly sailed for both Jon and Ritchie. Nothing wrong with moving on from what used to be a special band from becoming a shadow of it's former self. After seeing some of the '70 & '80's bands that currently peddle their classics from decades ago with very few exceptions mostly sounded like crap while smiling all the way to the bank bc of the current deranged ticket prices. For me I chose to follow The Who's brilliant lyric and "Won't get fooled again".

[@markanderson7284]

@@bonjovijovi3404 the journey of life has sunrises and sunsets for every experience for every person. Choosing the times to remember or appreciate is a simple decision made by every individual according to their liking.

[@studiodonjean]

Richie should finally release his own material ..normans guitars was showing some teasers.

[@sandeerawson1248]

Richies “Stranger in this Town” album is all his own material and fantastic and phenomenally lyrical. As good as Bon Jovi in many ways.

[@victoriawunderlich]

Saw Bon Jovi with Richie and last time without Richie it was pretty ordinary not great like previous show

[@pauldunlea3669]

Respect for John. He Has been Belting out tunes since 1990 . And Paul Stanley Has Been Belting Out Tunes Since 1973 . KISS Took Bon Jovi on the 1st Jovi Tour

[@jacquelinequaresimo7110]

Jon has been belting out the hits since 1983. Not 1990.

[@AhJeezEnt]

PhilX and Richie together on guitar would be amazing tbh, he’d be massive for the backing vocals too

[@unclebozo9845]

Absolutely! Phil brings such a great energy to the band even without Richie, so having both him and Richie there would be a real nice boost! I can only imagine the two of them doing some kind of crazy dual solo during Keep the Faith or something!

[@dcal1736]

Working through it means using backing tracks.

[@Ssomeinxam]

Shows he is not lip syncing. Like some others

[@ronaldwilson9525]

Jon hasn’t been able to sing for the last few years. I won’t say he will NEVER be able to sing again but just watch any video on KZbin put out showing the last few tours. Remember he’s in his 60s and very few rock singers still have their singing voice at that age. Richie coming back to the band won’t turn back time.

[@mojorisen74]

0:52. Hopefully they're not using vocal tracks "For the fans.."

[@roxanadisante7431]

VOLVE A BON JOVI RICHIE SAMBORA!!

[@jerrymyers4575]

Love Richie, Jon, not so much because he has been in the past an arrogant character. I do love what they created together.

[@TheSoundnVision]

It was always a collaborative effort in the song writing process and a brotherhood they where always a band who never spoke as publicly as this about issues within the camp, and if you watch every performance from 84 to present David and Richie and Hugh/Alex for a time did share vocal duties it's not new for the band to take pressure off the lead singer.

[@BayviewProperties-x4j]

I will believe in a reunion when it comes out of the lips of Jon

[@goldiemusic8394]

please don't, we want to keep your memory intact as huge rockstars.

[@briantomczyk]

It will be an extremely huge tour I'd it happens

[@kickmusicmikeyjones9788]

🎤Like the poet needs the pain Bon Jovi needs Richie (and Jon's voice) back again! Two of the great ambassadors of rock and a reunion would be well-received👍😁 First saw BJ support KISS in '84 in the UK and they were top dollar 🤑 RIP Alec.

[@aceeg69]

The name Bon Jovi was decided before Rich was in the band! 1 st album was all session players only Jon was on it.

[@fedebjalways]

To be fair, RS does have a long tradition of re-telling stories in interviews. In a way that suits him better, of course.

[@shellygardner6410]

I'm forvthe reunion as long as Ritchie doesn't think he's in charge and has to save Jon.

[@jonild9915]

🎉❤😊hello Jon Bon Jovi happy birthday to you I Love you and I Miss you I wish you good soul and more life from me Trixie Lopez agboli 🎉😘❤️😍🎂🥰🎁🥳🍾💋🍸🎊🎈♥️💙♦️🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈

[@rosemarycastro7242]

🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@cyberlip666]

Jon had a voice?

[@qtheband751]

You don’t just get your voice back.

[@sandy8369]

Jon had thro at surgery last yr in some interviews after he had a small cut on he neck on the vocals so i hope it happens

[@julietbrown5531]

Your comment probably explains it all. I didn't even realise that.

[@oharaf33]

This makes it sound like Jon Bon Jovis just only recently had voice issues, like it's a temporary thing. His voice has been deteriorating for years. On their last tour itvwas embarrassingly bad.

[@crungen5134]

Good stuff man...thank you !!

[@courtneycoulsey]

Part of the problem with Jon's voice is that he's singing Richie's parts of some songs. Even the crazy high notes Richie does in Livin' On a Prayer. I love Phil X, but he's not really a vocalist and so Jon just does it all. It makes touring hard because he's straining his vocal chords from going outside his range. If Richie comes back and sings his parts in songs again, Jon's voice will improve over time. The key is for him to stop harming his vocal chords. If Richie doesn't come back Jon's voice will get worse because he's too stubborn to try to find a second singer to just do Richie's parts.

[@courtneycoulsey]

The high notes in Livin' On A Prayer are all Richie. Jon only belts out 'Livin On a Prayer' once throughout the entire recording of the song. If you isolate the vocals properly you can hear the difference.