tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post6007128877260006983..comments2023-12-04T20:21:57.099+08:00Comments on Blame It On The Love (unofficial Bon Jovi blog): The real story according to MusicBizAdvice + Richie Sambora denialsLee-Annhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09003896905229707798noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-7977188406715458652013-09-11T13:40:23.640+08:002013-09-11T13:40:23.640+08:00Richie isn't in any photos on the bands websit...Richie isn't in any photos on the bands website or bswjbj. This whole situation is sad. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-57799636593021270262013-09-11T12:43:45.834+08:002013-09-11T12:43:45.834+08:00The European leg ended at the beginning of July. T...The European leg ended at the beginning of July. They've done a short North American leg since then, and Phil played on that leg with no announcement about Richie beforehand.Lee-Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09003896905229707798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-82174710103542066052013-09-10T18:32:53.591+08:002013-09-10T18:32:53.591+08:00But the last BJ statement was that Richie will onl...But the last BJ statement was that Richie will only be out for the European leg, not the South American leg? I presumed it would be Richie...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-61342173737581327392013-09-10T15:53:13.887+08:002013-09-10T15:53:13.887+08:00No statement was made, so I guess the assumption i...No statement was made, so I guess the assumption is that it will be Phil unless another announcement is made.Lee-Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09003896905229707798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-43905149387620600932013-09-10T14:01:16.873+08:002013-09-10T14:01:16.873+08:00Have I missed a statement on who is playing in Sou...Have I missed a statement on who is playing in South America? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-14927444029863675062013-09-10T07:55:48.574+08:002013-09-10T07:55:48.574+08:00Well... It looks like PhilX is heading out of Dall...Well... It looks like PhilX is heading out of Dallas. He didn't tweet that he was going to Mexico just that he was heading out of Dallas. I like Phil. He seems like a seriously funny friggin guy and he's extremely talented. I think I just want closure dammit. Lolvishnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02426808520809662324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-88372433722226372812013-09-06T05:20:22.772+08:002013-09-06T05:20:22.772+08:00Well I guess we will see in Mexico soon.Well I guess we will see in Mexico soon.vishnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02426808520809662324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-9725529189438331962013-09-05T05:20:12.599+08:002013-09-05T05:20:12.599+08:00Just got an email from Backstage JBJ fan club anno...Just got an email from Backstage JBJ fan club announcing that Bon Jovi is going to be performing in Green Bay, WI in October. Green Bay? What happened to Milwaukee (which is the bigger city by far and a tour stop that they've always made)? The arena in Green Bay only holds 10,000 people. Ok...so you are going from stadiums full of people to 10,000 seat arenas in the same tour?? I guess the rumors that Jon solo couldn't sell out the arenas might be true and the fans are showing their digust about this whole situation by not buying tickets to their concerts. Personally, I agree with a few of you that have asked for SOMEONE to say SOMETHING from either camp. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-78274907883439364012013-09-04T11:47:27.953+08:002013-09-04T11:47:27.953+08:00I'm sure she's getting a ton of hits. I n...I'm sure she's getting a ton of hits. I never heard of her until this incident and I went to her website. Just because it seems that's the only "news" we're getting.vishnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02426808520809662324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-45481351782811685702013-09-04T06:22:37.069+08:002013-09-04T06:22:37.069+08:00Amen.Amen.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-7295577318887112642013-09-03T19:21:58.194+08:002013-09-03T19:21:58.194+08:00This whole situation is so sad. I still can't ...This whole situation is so sad. I still can't believe Richie walked away from the tour, the fans & the band who are also supposed to be his "brothers". I'll never know how someone could do that after 30 years. Guess he's just not into the music right now. That's fine but at least call & talk to the guys & maybe say something to your fans. If Richie feels bad for us then say something or, here's a thought, go back to work & make things right with everyone.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-34820859604661585112013-09-01T12:27:49.610+08:002013-09-01T12:27:49.610+08:00Yeah, a blog post on the Nikki Rich website sugges...Yeah, a blog post on the Nikki Rich website suggested he and Nikki would be doing some kind of promotional tour of the clothing line during September so I think a return to the tour is well off the cards.Lee-Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09003896905229707798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-127607752224175092013-09-01T00:47:33.159+08:002013-09-01T00:47:33.159+08:00So Richie just tweeted about being in Japan. I do...So Richie just tweeted about being in Japan. I don't imagine he is going to be back from that venture in time to start off this next leg of the tour.vishnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02426808520809662324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-62326704945908949072013-08-31T04:06:19.762+08:002013-08-31T04:06:19.762+08:00The person who wrote the article certainly seems l...The person who wrote the article certainly seems legit. This is what I've suspected all along. An addict will never admit he has a problem so waiting for Richie to make a statement is pointless...unless he gets in trouble with the law or worse. I feel bad for Jon. It must be difficult to loose a friend like this & to look like the bad guy. Richie needs to grow the 'f' up & quit acting like the stupid school girl he's hanging out with...Nikki L. Who I assume, is the one who has a lot to gain by this story picking up speed. Has anyone even seen this clothing line in a store anywhere? Sadly, Richie will become another statistic of music people who lost their careers due to substance abuse. Personally, I'd fire his ass but I think Jon has more compassion that I do lol. <br /><br />I look forward to seeing Bon Jovi next month & I don't give a rat's a$$ if Richie is there or not. The last time I saw him play, he was so drunk on stage it was pathetic. And frankly, I think he's acting like an arrogant jerk. Bon Jovi will go on with or without him...it's up to him if wants to be part of the magic or not. Yes they have chemistry on stage but truly, Jon is the showman of the band. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-11158241262278558042013-08-31T01:45:36.264+08:002013-08-31T01:45:36.264+08:00It does "appear" to make sense. I just ...It does "appear" to make sense. I just wish they'd make a formal statement. I am not feeling whole with my decisions about spending more money for the concerts. The hope was that Richie will be back for this next leg. I already have two shows to go to. I was going to go to Vegas as well, but I'm just frustrated with all the ambivalence. I think from a PR stance that if they announce that Richie won't be coming back that for sure the sales will drop. I'm sure people are still hoping he'll be back that's why they are purchasing tickets. Bottom line for me is that Jon makes my heart melt when I heart his voice, however as a band together they can make a stadium turn into one hell of a rock concert!! Pamvishnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02426808520809662324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-91653912086856365702013-08-30T18:00:28.350+08:002013-08-30T18:00:28.350+08:00I think this makes more sense than anything else I...I think this makes more sense than anything else I've seen so far. The source seems much more legitimate than Rumor Fix, also.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-17670855136267939742013-08-30T14:43:53.257+08:002013-08-30T14:43:53.257+08:00I agree with Shannon. Not only am I moving past up...I agree with Shannon. Not only am I moving past upset (into "I don't care") but I don't even feel like playing Bon Jovi anymore because that's a reminder of all that's going on and I'm sick of it. <br />I just have to say this... If Richie is back drinking would he come out and say "oh, that's true. I am drinking again". Yeah right. As we all know those who abuse substances have a high level of denial. <br />There's no Bon Jovi for me without Richie. But I don't like Richie solo work and I love Jon's, so I hope JBJ keeps going solo.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-483330837845516197.post-78696014485333205902013-08-30T01:55:58.043+08:002013-08-30T01:55:58.043+08:00The unfortunate reality is that no matter which wa...The unfortunate reality is that no matter which way this goes, it's not going to be good for someone. If Richie is truly struggling with substance abuse or other health issues and is in denial (my words, but that's how I interpret the story), that's a horrible thing and I'm sad and sorry for him. If he wanted more money, well, that's unfortunate too, but he knew what he signed on for at the beginning of the tour. I want everyone to be the 'good guy' in this scenario and I want the band back together. Or...do I? Honestly, I lost the energy to care a few months ago. When the RumorFix thing came out on Friday, my boss wanted into my offices and said, "I'm sorry". I asked "For what?" and he said, "Richie Sambora quit Bon Jovi." My reaction was, "Did he finally make a decision? I'm glad that's over!" In the past I probably would have even teared up and been really upset (which is embarrassing for a woman of my age!), but now I'm so over the whole thing. I miss the status quo. Or at least not knowing all these details about whatever the hell is going on. I think ignorance truly would be bliss in this case.Shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07834516052278869035noreply@blogger.com