The limited edition will be available on vinyl and cassette
In celebration the 40th anniversary of their landmark debut album, Bon Jovi have announced a very special reissue of the self-titled LP. The announcement is the first in a series of upcoming surprised celebrating their four decades as a band. Check out the deluxe editions of Bon Jovi below.
“We can’t believe it’s been 40 years since we released Bon Jovi – the record that changed our lives forever,” the band said. “We can’t wait to share more with you! Thank you to everyone who’s been a part of our journey so far.”
The limited-edition ruby color vinyl features a new alternate cover design, high-end tip-on jacket, and an exclusive lithograph from an early Ross Halfin photo session of the band. The album has been newly remastered from the original tapes for this release. The exclusive vinyl is limited to just 5,000 pieces.
The limited edition cassette includes for the first time full lyrics and the band photo from the LP sleeve, elements missing from its original release on tape.
In addition to the vinyl and cassette, the band has curated a special merchandise collection surrounding the record which includes t-shirts, a long-sleeved tee, tote bags, and a calendar.
Released on January 21, 1984 through Mercury Records, Bon Jovi’s self-titled LP peaked at No. 43 on the Billboard 200. The record’s lead single, “Runaway,” put the New Jersey band on the map. The track gave Bon Jovi a hit on the Hot 100, and would go on to become a staple song in the band’s storied catalog. Since its release, Bon Jovi has been certified double platinum by the RIAA.
In October of 2020, Bon Jovi released their politically-conscious LP, simply titled – 2020. Originally slated for release in May, the record ended up being pushed back to October because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The album peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart.
“I don’t think anyone will forget what their lives were like between March and September of 2020,” Bon Jovi told Rolling Stone of their new album at the time. “I think this is the Spanish Flu all over again. But none of us, you and I or our parents, were alive 100 years ago. So this is that moment for us. This song won’t be about shoulder pads and having a hairstyle. This will mark a moment in time.”
A1. Runaway
A2. Roulette
A3. She Don’t Know Me
A4. Shot Through The Heart
A5. Love Lies
B1. Breakout
B2. Burning For Love
B3. Come Back
B4. Get Ready
A1. Runaway
A2. Roulette
A3. She Don’t Know Me
A4. Shot Through The Heart
A5. Love Lies
B1. Breakout
B2. Burning For Love
B3. Come Back
B4. Get Ready
Fans can pre-order now HERE