The July concerts....
Sambora was not there.
BIG SHOCK!
I saw the Chicago concert and Phil rocked it alongside JBJ--just sayin'.
Showing posts with label Phil X. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Phil X. Show all posts
Sunday, July 28, 2013
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Why this date?
This is the Bon Jovi tour from June-December 2013
http://backstagewithjon.bonjovi.com/tour
Sambora wants to come back for the Hyde Park concert in July.
What happens if he does and he and Jon aren't fine? The fans will be subject to more crap. Plus if Jon and Richie don't think they will be under a microscope for any hint of fighting, they are wrong. Fans will be watching like a hawk. Anything suspicious and other fans will know...and way faster than Richie on Twitter!
I think the tour is fine without Richie--he has been gone for months, might as well stay away. Phil is doing a great job.
http://backstagewithjon.bonjovi.com/tour
Sambora wants to come back for the Hyde Park concert in July.
What happens if he does and he and Jon aren't fine? The fans will be subject to more crap. Plus if Jon and Richie don't think they will be under a microscope for any hint of fighting, they are wrong. Fans will be watching like a hawk. Anything suspicious and other fans will know...and way faster than Richie on Twitter!
I think the tour is fine without Richie--he has been gone for months, might as well stay away. Phil is doing a great job.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Bon Jovi US tour is over
for now. They will come back in July for some stadium dates and that's it for the Because We Can 2013 Tour.
I had a great time at the 2 concerts I went to and the various live streams they did.
The best live stream was from San Jose, CA
The best song from that night...
http://youtu.be/LwasW80E8ps
check out Phil's guitar playing! Wow....have to say I'm liking him in Bon Jovi more and more. Phil X brings a certain energy and excitement. Even Tico stood up at the end of this song! What a finish!
I have to say I'm glad Jon let Phil X spread out a bit and showcase his guitar playing. Yeah, yeah...what about Richie? Well, about Richie....I guess to me it doesn't matter if he comes back to Bon Jovi or if he stays away. Honestly, I don't go to Bon Jovi to see him....I go to watch Jon.
In a way, I'm all about the brotherhood and tradition, the Bon Jovi of 30 years. However, Richie showed fans his selfish side. Whatever his reasons for calling in for personal business is null and void now. The only interest he showed *kinda* is the Los Angeles concert--screw the other cities where fans had been begging for him to show up. Los Angeles is where he wanted to play and it didn't happen. However, have to remember, was that true? The NY Post reported it via a source close to Richie and here is that link:
http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/with_the_band_xt5eC6MObihu6YmbkVqkdO
My thoughts are this: Sambora took it personal when his solo tour was busted up, he lost his voice and then, while he was recovering....the new Bon Jovi CD came out and that started. Kicking aside any chance to get his solo thing going again until the fall of this year. I think that because the only tweets from him were regarding his contest. Not a word about Bon Jovi and ready to go back! Nothing. That's sad and it's the only thing fans got from him.
Yeah, I heard what Jon said on Ellen, Richie is the guitar player in Bon Jovi. Here watch it:
http://youtu.be/DZ0zhpSuT2g
I think that May 7th is the key date. Right now, there has not been an announcement if Phil X will stay with the tour or if Richie is coming back. The only thing fans know is that The J. Geils Band is opening at the stadium shows.
I had a great time at the 2 concerts I went to and the various live streams they did.
The best live stream was from San Jose, CA
The best song from that night...
http://youtu.be/LwasW80E8ps
check out Phil's guitar playing! Wow....have to say I'm liking him in Bon Jovi more and more. Phil X brings a certain energy and excitement. Even Tico stood up at the end of this song! What a finish!
I have to say I'm glad Jon let Phil X spread out a bit and showcase his guitar playing. Yeah, yeah...what about Richie? Well, about Richie....I guess to me it doesn't matter if he comes back to Bon Jovi or if he stays away. Honestly, I don't go to Bon Jovi to see him....I go to watch Jon.
In a way, I'm all about the brotherhood and tradition, the Bon Jovi of 30 years. However, Richie showed fans his selfish side. Whatever his reasons for calling in for personal business is null and void now. The only interest he showed *kinda* is the Los Angeles concert--screw the other cities where fans had been begging for him to show up. Los Angeles is where he wanted to play and it didn't happen. However, have to remember, was that true? The NY Post reported it via a source close to Richie and here is that link:
http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/with_the_band_xt5eC6MObihu6YmbkVqkdO
My thoughts are this: Sambora took it personal when his solo tour was busted up, he lost his voice and then, while he was recovering....the new Bon Jovi CD came out and that started. Kicking aside any chance to get his solo thing going again until the fall of this year. I think that because the only tweets from him were regarding his contest. Not a word about Bon Jovi and ready to go back! Nothing. That's sad and it's the only thing fans got from him.
Yeah, I heard what Jon said on Ellen, Richie is the guitar player in Bon Jovi. Here watch it:
http://youtu.be/DZ0zhpSuT2g
I think that May 7th is the key date. Right now, there has not been an announcement if Phil X will stay with the tour or if Richie is coming back. The only thing fans know is that The J. Geils Band is opening at the stadium shows.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Let's welcome Bon Jovi back to the US tonight!
They are in St. Paul, MN!
So while searching for a photo of the 3 of them to post here, I found this article:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2305180/Bon-Jovi-star-Richie-Sambora-kicked-world-tour-substance-abuse-issues.html
and when you click in that article link, this one is the source:
http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/sambora_pushed_off_tour_Sg3pcrXD658V7ywYNA854M
So, what do you believe? Are we back to personal business and the money thing? Is he drinking/substance abuse? What a roller coaster. I think Jon and the guys are wishing fans would not be able to read all this. The speculations, the articles and whatnot make one wonder. While all publicity is good, not all is really good, if you know what I mean.
One thing is for darn sure, if RS doesn't like rehab and he is drinking again, better get used to Phil X kids.
Oh and that pic of the band....
I got sidetracked.
So while searching for a photo of the 3 of them to post here, I found this article:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2305180/Bon-Jovi-star-Richie-Sambora-kicked-world-tour-substance-abuse-issues.html
and when you click in that article link, this one is the source:
http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/sambora_pushed_off_tour_Sg3pcrXD658V7ywYNA854M
So, what do you believe? Are we back to personal business and the money thing? Is he drinking/substance abuse? What a roller coaster. I think Jon and the guys are wishing fans would not be able to read all this. The speculations, the articles and whatnot make one wonder. While all publicity is good, not all is really good, if you know what I mean.
One thing is for darn sure, if RS doesn't like rehab and he is drinking again, better get used to Phil X kids.
Oh and that pic of the band....
I got sidetracked.
What's up with Bon Jovi?
Nothing, I guess. Richie just decided he had some more important things to do this month and is home while Phil X is filling in for him on tour.
Here is Phil on April 5th, 2013 doing the Wanted solo:
http://youtu.be/WyC7mDvYk9c
Before you get all offended, it's JUST a song; Richie is FINE and that is more important.
However, look at this from Jon's POV----point of view. He is without his key guitarist and it didn't sound like Jon knew that first night back if Richie was showing up or not for Jon to say this:
"I had two choices - pack up and go home or give you everything I got," he told the crowd. "Richie Sambora won't be performing for a while. If there's ever a night I need you, it's tonight, Calgary."
Once again, let me state: There is nothing wrong! No fighting, no one is sick, Sambora is not in rehab....just has personal business.
I digress though, I want to see Phil X playing guitar in Bon Jovi on this leg. I've thought about Kansas City next Saturday.
It is out of the question realistically, but at the same time....KC is 4 hours from me. I could get there in time, no problem.
Does wanting to see Phil X play guitar mean I don't like Bon Jovi as they have been for 30 years? No it does not. I think Phil X is one of the most exciting guitarists and I like him. However, I do like JBJ a lot more and he is the #1 reason why I go to Bon Jovi concerts anyway. *hence the name of the blog* That is also why I want to see JBJ solo--change it up a bit do more cover songs and a different vibe of music.
Back to the topic though, which since I don't really have one....just winging it...let me state that this has once again drew a line with Bon Jovi fans. You are either a fan of Richie or a fan of Jon. Most fans have tunnel vision, they only know that they don't want to see ANYONE sing or play guitar in Bon Jovi unless it is Richie. I can see that to a point, but to constantly blame Jon is really stupid and since we don't know if anything was said between the 2, you really can't say--only speculate. Still, to say that Jon is to blame is ignorant, unless you know the real reason and if you do....you best not be caught by anyone in Bon Jovi or you will be kicked to the curb....just sayin'.
I was reading comments at BonJovi.com and it's unreal--again. Like their Facebook page when Richie went into rehab and how fans blamed Jon for all things bad going on in the world and going on the road without Richie, even though he was trying to save his life, it was still Jon's fault. Well for those who are uneducated or need a recap--the name of the band is BON JOVI. Jon's last name is BONGIOVI. I know! I know! The spelling is not the same....some are so picky, however I do believe Jon can sign his name either way: John Bongiovi or Jon Bon Jovi. It also could be why one nickname for Jon is JBJ.
I am trying to be fair here and give both sides the benefit of doubt. It is hard though because when things like this happen, bands are never the same--look at the recently busted up Queensryche.
So hang on there and soon, Phil X will be back at his house and Richie *should* be back in Bon Jovi at Jon's side and if not, well we will cross that bridge when we get to it.
Here is Phil on April 5th, 2013 doing the Wanted solo:
http://youtu.be/WyC7mDvYk9c
Before you get all offended, it's JUST a song; Richie is FINE and that is more important.
However, look at this from Jon's POV----point of view. He is without his key guitarist and it didn't sound like Jon knew that first night back if Richie was showing up or not for Jon to say this:
"I had two choices - pack up and go home or give you everything I got," he told the crowd. "Richie Sambora won't be performing for a while. If there's ever a night I need you, it's tonight, Calgary."
Once again, let me state: There is nothing wrong! No fighting, no one is sick, Sambora is not in rehab....just has personal business.
I digress though, I want to see Phil X playing guitar in Bon Jovi on this leg. I've thought about Kansas City next Saturday.
It is out of the question realistically, but at the same time....KC is 4 hours from me. I could get there in time, no problem.
Does wanting to see Phil X play guitar mean I don't like Bon Jovi as they have been for 30 years? No it does not. I think Phil X is one of the most exciting guitarists and I like him. However, I do like JBJ a lot more and he is the #1 reason why I go to Bon Jovi concerts anyway. *hence the name of the blog* That is also why I want to see JBJ solo--change it up a bit do more cover songs and a different vibe of music.
Back to the topic though, which since I don't really have one....just winging it...let me state that this has once again drew a line with Bon Jovi fans. You are either a fan of Richie or a fan of Jon. Most fans have tunnel vision, they only know that they don't want to see ANYONE sing or play guitar in Bon Jovi unless it is Richie. I can see that to a point, but to constantly blame Jon is really stupid and since we don't know if anything was said between the 2, you really can't say--only speculate. Still, to say that Jon is to blame is ignorant, unless you know the real reason and if you do....you best not be caught by anyone in Bon Jovi or you will be kicked to the curb....just sayin'.
I was reading comments at BonJovi.com and it's unreal--again. Like their Facebook page when Richie went into rehab and how fans blamed Jon for all things bad going on in the world and going on the road without Richie, even though he was trying to save his life, it was still Jon's fault. Well for those who are uneducated or need a recap--the name of the band is BON JOVI. Jon's last name is BONGIOVI. I know! I know! The spelling is not the same....some are so picky, however I do believe Jon can sign his name either way: John Bongiovi or Jon Bon Jovi. It also could be why one nickname for Jon is JBJ.
I am trying to be fair here and give both sides the benefit of doubt. It is hard though because when things like this happen, bands are never the same--look at the recently busted up Queensryche.
So hang on there and soon, Phil X will be back at his house and Richie *should* be back in Bon Jovi at Jon's side and if not, well we will cross that bridge when we get to it.
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