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page last updated: November 5, 2006
November 5, 2006
Finally here is a long-overdue News Update. Remember for up-to-date band news, go to www.bonjovi.com
TV Alert - Jon and Richie GMA Monday November 6th
Jon and Richie will appear on Good Morning America on Monday November 6th, live from Nashville! GMA airs on the ABC Network from 7-9am ET. For more info go to ABC.
TV Alert - Jon & Richie to Present at CMA AWARDS on Monday November 6
Jon and Richie will be presenter at the CMA Awards airing live Monday, Nov. 6 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on the ABC Television Network from the Gaylord Entertainment Center in Nashville. Bon Jovi's country version of Who Says You Can't Go Home is also nominated for a "Musical Event of the Year" award.
Jon and Kenneth Cole NY Limited Edition Outerwear CollectionJon has partnered with Kenneth Cole New York to sell a limited-edition outerwear collection that will be made available at Kenneth Cole New York retail stores and Saks Fifth Avenue stores this November. Proceeds of the exclusive offering will benefit HELP USA, a national not-for-profit organization with a mission to empower the homeless and others in need to become and remain self-reliant.
Jon To Be Face of Kenneth Cole Fragrance in Print and TV Ads
Jon is also pairing with Kenneth Cole to appear in a campaign to introduce their new fragrance, R.S.V.P. The ad campaign will appears in January 2007. A portion of the proceeds from sale of the fragrance will be donated to the Philadelphia Soul Charitable Foundation.
Jon named as Habitat For Humanity "Founding Ambassor"
Jon has been named as the first Founding Ambassador of the Habitat for Humanity Ambassador program as part of the international-nonprofit organization's new advocacy outreach initiative. The newly created Habitat for Humanity Ambassadors Program is an advocacy initiative that is a joint effort between Habitat for Humanity International and the entertainment-industry-support organization, Hollywood for Habitat for Humanity. Its goal is to engage celebrities and entertainment industry leaders that can bring heightened awareness to the worldwide-housing crisis and to Habitat's effort in providing safe, decent and affordable shelter. Founding Habitat for Humanity Ambassadors will be involved in the Jimmy Carter Work Project 2007 in Los Angeles by participating in building and awareness-raising activities. Habitat's Jimmy Carter Work Project 2007 will kick off with a gala luncheon in March in Los Angeles honoring President Carter for his lifelong Humanitarian efforts.
Jon and Former US President Bill Clinton in Philadelphia
Jon and Former US President Bill Clinton appeared in Philadelphia to announce that The United Habitat For Humanity, Project HOME in Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Soul Charitable Foundation, and Saturn have united to renovate 15 decaying homes in North Central Phildelphia.Bon Jovi To Be Inducted into the UK Music Hall Of Fame on November 14, 2006
On November 14, Bon Jovi will be inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame which began in 2004. This year's other inductees are Brian Wilson, Dusty Springfield, Led Zeppelin, Rod Stewart and James Brown.
Jon & Richie Action Figures Coming Soon!
It was announced on October 3, that in July 2007 McFarlane Toys will add Jon and Richie to their expanding collection of music action figures.
Jon In New Book in BookstoresA new book titled Love Letters To The South, paying tribute to those affected by Hurricane Katrina, includes a photo of Jon along with other celebrities. Jon's photo was taken by photographer Paul Alexander in NYC on May 1st. The celebrity photos are accompanied by a handwritten note. Portions of the proceeds from book sales will go to the American Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity.
David Bryan And Bon Jovi Donate $100,000 to the Music for All Foundation
David Bryan and Bon Jovi donate $100,000 to the Music for All Foundation's ongoing work to expand access to music and arts education programs across New Jersey and the nation. The money came from sales of the one-of-a-kind auction of VIP tickets and an on-stage experiences for each concert during the Have A Nice Day Tour.July 20, 2006
TV ALERT: Jon Interview on Larry King Live (postponed)
Due to the current conflicts between Lebanon, Hezbollah and Israel, the interview scheduled for July 19th was postponed. A re-scheduled airdate has not been announced.(keep checking the CNN website or your local listings for the new airdate in your area)
TV ALERT: Jon Interview CBS Sunday Morning Show - July 30, 2006
Jon is being profiled on the Sunday July 30th edition of the CBS Sunday Morning show. The piece has already been filmed, including Jon in Philadelphia in March, Jon at his Hampton's home and the July 18th Giant's Stadium concert. (check the CBS website or your local listings for times in your area)
July 15, 2006
Bon Jovi Begin Final Leg Of Have A Nice Day Tour
After a successful European tour in May and June, Bon Jovi took a brief hiatus before beginning the final leg of the Have A Nice Day tour in Hollywood, Florida on July 10. The tour will wrap up at home in New Jersey on July 29. Special thanks to Lisa2yr for this cool picture of Jon, Tico, Hugh and Dave on stage at the Hollywood, Florida concert. Check out my Have A Nice Day Tour Page for setlists and pictures as they become available. TV ALERT: Jon Interview on Larry King Live - July 19, 2006 on CNN
On Wednesday July 19 at 9 PM ET, Larry King Live on CNN will air a 1 hour interview with Jon. The show has already been taped, so there will be no live phone calls, however, Jon will be performing a song!
(check the CNN website or your local listings for times in your area)
TV ALERT: Fashion Rocks Concert - September 8, 2006 - 9-11 PM ET on CBS
Bon Jovi will perform at the Fashion Rocks concert in New York City. The concert will be taped on September 7 at NYC's Radio City Music Hall. TV airdate is Friday September 8, 2006 9-11 ET on CBS.
(check local listings for time in your area)
Tidbits from WMMR radio interview with Jon
On July 14, Jon did a radio interview with Pierre Robert on WMMR radio in Philadelphia. During the interview Jon mentioned upcoming projects with included a duets album that they would be working on in Nashville. Also mentioned was a Greatest Hits Volume 2 to be released next fall, followed by a new studio album. He also said that he would be working on a movie with Queen Latifah in January 2007.
New Movie For Jon (unconfirmed)
As mentioned above, during an interview on WMMR radio Jon mentioned filming a movie with Queen Latifah in January 2007. While surfing the net, I found another interview which named the movie, Public Transportation, as well as stated that the filming locations would be New York City and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
(This information is all unconfirmed, as no official announcements about the film have been made)
Band Performs at Private Charity Event
On Sunday July 9, Jon, Richie, Tico, David, Hugh, Bobby and Jeff performed a mini concert at a charity event for New York Giants legend Michael Strahan's inaugural Charity Golf Tournament.SETLIST: Great Balls Of Fire, You Give Love A Bad Name, I'll Sleep When I'm Dead, It's My Life, Wanted Dead Or Alive, Have A Nice Day, Who Says You Can't Go Home, Bad Medicine, Livin' On A Prayer (Acoustic)
Jon To Appear on Sam Moore Album
On August 29, Sam Moore will be releasing a new album called Overnight Sensational. Jon joins Sam on the song "Lookin' For A Love".
Jon and Richie at screening of Al Gore's movie An Inconvenient TruthOn Saturday June 25, Jon and Richie performed an acoustic set at the screening of former Vice President Al Gore movie An Inconvenient Truth at the LA Film Festival.
SETLIST: Livin' On A Prayer, Who Says You Can't Go Home, Wanted Dead Or Alive, What So Funny About Peace, Love and Understanding (Elvis Costello cover)
April 30, 2006
Bon Jovi First Rock Band to Have #1 Single On Billboard's Country Chart!
Bon Jovi's country version of "Who Says You Can't Go Home" featuring Jennifer Nettles on vocals has reached the #1 spot on Billboard's Country Singles Chart. This is the first time a rock band has had a #1 song on the Country Charts. Congratulations to Bon Jovi and Jennifer!
April 16, 2006
Who Says You Can't Go Home Wins CMT Award
On April 10, Bon Jovi & Jennifer Nettles won the 2006 CMT Collaborative Video of the Year Award for Who Says You Can't Go Home. Since Bon Jovi were on tour in Japan, Jennifer accepted on behalf of everyone.
April 8, 2006
3rd Leg of Have A Nice Day Tour starts in Japan
Earlier today, the band took to the stage in Tokyo, Japan to begin the 3rd leg of the Have A Nice Day Tour. Check out my Have A Nice Day Tour Page for setlists and pictures as they become available. Special thanks to Mario for this picture of the smirk over the stage at the beginning of the concert in TokyoWembley Stadium shows moved to Milton Keynes
After weeks of speculation that the new Wembley Stadium being built in London, England would not be completed in time for the Bon Jovi concerts in June, it was officially announced on March 30 that the shows would be moved to The Bowl at Milton Keynes. For more information, check out www.bonjovi.com
Richie Breaks His ArmOn March 29, it was announced that Richie had broken his left arm after a fall at him home in Los Angeles. Though he'll need a sling, fans were assured that no shows would be cancelled.
Jon Meets Mickey Mouse
On March 24, Walt Disney World Theme Park in Florida released this photo of Jon meeting Mickey Mouse. Jon was in Florida on vacation with his family during their hiatus from the Have A Nice Day Tour.March 18, 2006
Bon Jovi Wrap Up 2nd Leg of Have A Nice Day Tour
Bon Jovi wrapped up the 2nd leg of the Have A Nice Day tour on March 11 in Las Vegas. At 2 hours and 50 minutes, this was the longest concert of the tour thus far. Fans at the show were treated to rarities such as a cover version of the Jerry Lee Lewis classic "Great Balls Of Fire", and an acoustic version of "Never Say Goodbye". The band are now on hiatus for a month before heading to Japan in April for the start of the 3rd leg of the tour.
TV Alert: Jon profile on ABC's 20/20 on March 31
The ABC TV News Magazine show 20/20 will be doing a profile on Jon Bon Jovi on Friday March 31 as part of their program on individuals and where they came from and how they got there. The profile will include footage from Jon's visit to his old high school, Sayreville War Memorial High School. 20/20 airs at 10:00 PM ET, however, check local listings for times in your area.
Who Says You Can't Go Home A Finalist for CMT Video Award
Bon Jovi's country version of Who Says You Can't Go Home, featuring Jennifer Nettles, has been announced as one of the finalists for CMT's Collaborative Video of the Year. The awards will be handed out live on the televised show on Monday April 10 at 8:00 PM ET on CMT. Check local listings for times in your area. The winner is determined by fan votes. Here's the link: CMT Voting Page
Magazine Alert: Bon Jovi Featured In May Issue of UK's Q Magazine
Bon Jovi will be featured in the May issue of the UK music publication Q Magazine. The issue will be on the newsstands in the UK on March 31. In other countries, check out your newsstands that sell foreign magazines.
February 22, 2006
TV ALERT: Bon Jovi On Tonight Show on March 8
On Wednesday March 8th, Bon Jovi will be guests on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on NBC. Check local listings for times in your area.
February 20, 2006
Bon Jovi and Jennifer Nettles Nominated For CMT Video Award
It has been announced that Bon Jovi and Jennifer Nettles have been nominated for the collaborative video award for Who Says You Can't Go Home in the first round of the CMT nominations. Fans vote online to shorten the list of nominees to 4 in each category. The final nominees will be announced on March 15. The CMT video awards show will air on April 10 at 8 p.m. ET on CMT. To vote for Who Says You Can't Go Home, go to www.cmt.com
Bon Jovi Rock Daytona
Yesterday, Bon Jovi performed at the pre-race show of the Daytona 500 in Florida. The 3 songs performed were: It's My Life (shortened version), Have A Nice Day (shortened version),
who Says You Can't Go Home (with Jennifer Nettles)Jon at Busch Gardens
This photo was released by Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Florida. The giraffe is named Dolly and is a reticulated giraffe at the 65-acre Serengeti Plain at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The news report stated that Jon and his family were visting the theme park.February 11, 2006
Bon Jovi To Headline Sprint Tribute To America At Daytona 500
On Sunday February 19, Bon Jovi will perform at the Sprint Tribute to America prior to the Daytona 500 race in Florida. The pre-race show will air live on NBC TV in the USA beginning at 1:30 PM ET.
Magazine Alert: Jon in March issue of U.S. Edition of ELLE
On the very last page of the March issue of the U.S. edition of ELLE magazine there is a Q&A with Jon. (Ashlee Simpson is on the cover) You can read the Q&A and see pictures here
From The Gossip Pages: Jon Apologizes To Madonna
Last October, Jon supposedly criticized Madonna's parenting skills for taking her kids to high profile public media events like movie premieres. Jon has supposedly since apologized, saying "Let me apologise because I don't know the woman." In hearing about Jon's apology, Madonna's rep Liz Rosenberg responded, "Now that is a gentleman - unlike Elton John, whose favourite hobby is trashing Madonna."
February 5, 2006
Heather Locklear Files For Divorce From Richie
Back in December rumours surfaced in the tabloid media that there was trouble in Richie and Heather's marriage. At the time Richie said "the truth is that after 11 years together, we are still happily married. Boring but true." Unfortunately, there must have been some truth to the rumours, because on February 2, Heather filed for divorce citing "irreconcilable differences". She has asked for physical custody of their 8 year old daughter, Ava Elizabeth, with visitation rights for Richie.
I join with other Bon Jovi fans from around the world in wishing Richie well during this certain to be difficult time in his personal life.
Jon's National Lampoon Movie Now Called "Pucked" Finally To Be Released
On Friday, February 10, the movie Jon made in North Carolina in 2004, originally known as "The Trouble With Frank", then known as "Pre-Approved", and now known as "Pucked" will finally hit the movie screens. The release, however, will be extremely limited with initial screenings only in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Greensboro and Milwaukee. It is not known if it will be released in other cities, however, the DVD release should be available approximately 90 days later.
January 21, 2006
Band Safe After Plane Skids Off Runway In Hamilton, Canada
Early this morning Bon Jovi arrived in Canada for the first of their 4 concerts in Toronto. Severe weather conditions at the time of their 1:30 a.m. arrival at the Hamilton International Airport was blamed for causing their private plane to skid off the runway during landing. There were no reports of injury to any of the 14 passengers, plus flight crew, on board the Boeing 707 and the concerts will proceed as scheduled.
Bon Jovi Team Up With Walmart For Special Live CD
Bon Jovi have teamed up with Walmart to release a special cd with 6 live songs recorded at the band's concerts in Boston in December 2005. The cd will be available at Walmart stores in the USA beginning on February 7, 2006 or online at www.walmart.com.The 6 live songs included on the cd are:
Last Man Standing
You Give Love A Bad Name
Complicated
Have A Nice Day
Who Says You Can't Go Home
Raise Your Hands
It is not yet known if the cds will be available at Walmart stores outside of the USA.
January 14, 2006
Have A Nice Day Tour Resumes Tonight
After taking a break for the holidays, Bon Jovi resumes the Have A Nice Day Tour tonight in Oklahoma City. As was the case during the first leg of the North American tour, the opening acts will again be mostly local bands who win competitions in their hometowns. Check out my Have A Nice Day Tour Page for setlists and pictures.
Nickelback To Open For Bon Jovi In Europe
Nickelback has been announced as the opening act for Bon Jovi's concerts in Europe this summer. With those 2 great bands together, the European fans are sure to have rockin' shows!
Jon To Guest Star On The West Wing
It has been announced that Jon will be appearing as himself in an upcoming episode of the NBC tv drama The West Wing. He will be supporting the fictional character, Democratic candidate, Matt Santo's campaign. The episode called "Welcome To Wherever You Are" will also feature Jon perfoming a part of the song. Currently the episode is scheduled to air on Sunday March 26 at 8 PM ET on NBC. Check local listings for time and stations in your area.
Bon Jovi's song "Wildflower" To Appear On Target Store's Compilation Love Songs CD
Target stores in the USA will be releasing a special complilation CD around Valentine's Day consisting of love songs. Bon Jovi's song "Wildflower", written by Jon about his wife, Dorothea, from the album Have A Nice Day, will be included on the cd.
Jon And Family Vacation in St. Barts
Photos of Jon vacationing with his family on the French West Indies island of St. Barts during the Christmas holidays have shown up both online and in the print media. Many pictures included shots of Jon and his son, Jacob. Out of respect for Jon and Dorothea's wishes as parents to keep their children out of the media spotlight, I am not uploading any of those photos, but I will include this nice shot of Jon enjoying himself in the surf. |
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