Bon Jovi is an American rock band formed in 1983 in Sayreville, New Jersey. It consists of singer Jon Bon Jovi, keyboardist David Bryan, drummer Tico Torres, guitarist Phil X, and bassist Hugh McDonald. Original bassist Alec John Such quit the band in 1994, and longtime guitarist and co-songwriter Richie Sambora left in 2013. The band have been credited with "[bridging] the gap between heavy metal and pop with style and ease". In 1984 and 1985, Bon Jovi released their first two albums and their debut single "Runaway" managed to crack the Top 40. In 1986, the band achieved widespread success and global recognition with their third album, Slippery When Wet, which sold over 20 million copies and included three Top 10 singles, two of which reached No. 1 Their fourth album, New Jersey, was also very successful, selling over 10 million copies and featuring five Top 10 singles, two of which reached No. 1.
Origin | Sayreville, New Jersey, U.S. |
Genres | Glam metal, hard rock, arena rock, pop rock |
Years active | 1983–present |
Labels | Island, Mercury, Vertigo |
Members | Jon Bon Jovi, David Bryan, Tico Torres, Phil X, Hugh McDonald |
Past members | Alec John Such, Dave Sabo, Richie Sambora |
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American rock band helmed by lead singer Jon Bon Jovi. They released a string of number one hits during the 1980's, including karaoke mainstays such as "You Give Love a Bad Name" and "Livin' on a Prayer." As of late 2020, the band had sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the most successful American rock bands of all time.
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They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018. The band's Bon Jovi 2020 Tour was cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
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Información más reciente sobre Bon Jovi actualizada el 28 de Julio, 2021.