The latest in a long and epic journey from the New Jersey star.
I own every album Bon Jovi have made, and have spent a few quid going to see them across the UK, so I think I earn the right to review this one!
I was firstly impressed that I managed to pick the album up from Music Zone for a steal at under a tenner (£8.97). At first listening it sounds fresh and new. After so many albums and songs I was worried that the album would sound familiar, but I have to say that as Bon Jovi age, so does their music. Following on from 'This Left Feels Right' (a ballad album of top hits), Have A Nice Day has a definite mellow feel to it. 13 excellent tracks, including 'Have a Nice Day' and a personal favourite 'Welcome to Wherever You Are' all of which have a distinct ballad feel to them. I personally think that Bon Jovi won't again be able to recreate such rock classics as Livin on a Prayer, and You Give Love a Bad Name. Instead they are treating us to a new genre in their collection. This is a fabulous album and shows the versitility in not only singing but also song writing ability that they have. Packed with the usual extra features you'd expect the CD is a must have purchase for any Bon Jovi fan, and I think will also appeal to anyone who may have been put off in the past with the traditional Rock feel to their albums. This is more easy listening but still retains the John Bongniovi touch.
I don't know whether Bon Jovi are planning anymore albums in the future, but if they don't then this is definitely a credible final album.
How helpful would this review be to a person making a buying decision? Rating guidelines
Advantages: This album consists of 14 great songs, there are no weak songs Disadvantages: All the songs are soft to medium heavy rock, so you have to like rock