Bon Jovi: A Sensational American Rock Band Slippery

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Bon Jovi
A sensational American rock band from the U.S. state of New Jersey Bon Jovi came together in 1983. The band consists of Jon Bon Jovi lead singer, Richie Sambora guitarist, David Bryan guitarist, and drummer Tico Torres. They became world famous after coming out with their third album Slippery When Wet in 1986 and in 1988 with their fourth album New Jersey. The band went on their New Jersey Tour in 1990 during which time Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Samborga also released successful solo albums. Their latest and 12th studio album was released in 2013 What About Now.
Bon Jovi has sold over 100 million albums all over the globe and has performed over 2,700 concerts in more than 50 countries. They were inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame

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