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Expertise
I can answer virtually ANY question--personal or musical--about Bon Jovi and its five official members. I have constructed a time line of significant Jovi events that ranges from the late 1970`s to present-day. I know the lyrics to just about every song they have ever written and have most of them catalogued on my computer. I also have a chart showing all ranks of released Bon Jovi songs and albums. I own almost every CD, DVD, and video the band has ever released. Most importantly, I love the band and am always happy to talk about them with fellow fans.
Experience in the area
I have constructed a time-line of events through careful research. I have watched and read countless Bon Jovi videos, DVDs, shows, articles, and books. I am a musician (singer / songwriter / guitarist), so I also know some technical things others may not know.
Organizations
Bon Jovi fan club
What do you like about this subject?
I have been a Bon Jovi fan since the '80s. I truly enjoy sharing my love of their music with others.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I am always learning more about these men--their music and their lives in general.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Dave "Snake" Sabo of the band Skid Rowe was the original guitarist for Bon Jovi. Richie Sambora was the last official member of the band.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Alec Such, Bon Jovi's original bassist, left the band under less-than-happy circumstances. Though Hugh McDonald has been playing bass for the band since 1995, he has never been an "official" member of the band.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Irene | 02/20/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your quick respond. You ..... |
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| Sandy | 11/21/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Awesome- friendly and fast (and accurate of ..... |
| James | 09/20/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | C.A. Smith You are correct I ..... |
Recent Answers from C.A. Smith
2011-02-19 Hotel stay in Montreal:
Hi, Irene- Sorry, no, I have no way of knowing what hotel the band will stay in, or even if they plan to stay in the city at all. They have their own jet, so there is a chance they won't stay there
2010-01-10 Jon Bon Jovi's acoustic guitar.:
Hi, Thomas- Someone told me it's an Ovation. I can't say that for sure, but I do believe that's right. I know Jon plays Ovations quite a bit. I will send this question to the question pool and we'll
2010-01-03 backstage passes:
Hi, Patty- You lucky duck! Have fun at the concert and backstage! You know, every concert is different and I have no idea how the back stage situation will work in St. Paul, but generally the backstage
2009-07-01 Which Cassette featured the American Flag:
Hi, Shawn- Are you sure you aren't thinking of Bruce Springsteen's Born in the USA album? I own everything Bon Jovi has ever released and can't think of any albums that feature an American flag. The
2009-06-23 Alec John Such:
Hi, Bresney- The band has always been pretty tight-lipped about Alec's exit, which, in my opinion, is probably to protect him. I know Alec was going through a lot of personal issues at the time, and
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