Wednesday, September 11, 2002

Bounce / Bon Jovi (2002)


1. Undivided
2. Everyday
3. The Distance
4. Joey
5. Misunderstood
6. All About Lovin' You
7. Hook Me Up
8. Right Side Of Wrong
9. Love Me Back To Life
10. You Had Me From Hello
11. Bounce
12. Open All Night

"Crush" opened the door for the band to 21st century. It also proved that there was a big demand for the band from Bon Jovi fans all over the world. That album was a big hit in Japan as well. In fact, that was the first album that I heard of the band. Then, I listened to their old catalogues as well. 

Then, the band released the first album in the new century. When I heard of track 1, it really surprised me. The sound was massive! Some songs in "Crush" were pretty heavy, but this album's sound was completely different. However, when I heard of Jon singing, I figured that the band had not changed. The album is full of catchy melody with familiar voices. It has cool rock anthems such as tracks 1, 2, 7, and 11. Track 5 was released as a single. It has good catchy melody, and the lyrics are comical. Ballads are another importance essence of this band. Tracks 6 and 12 are beautiful ballads. Nevertheless, track 10 is outstanding!! I think this song is my favorite Bon Jovi ballad of all time.

They started the new century very strong and firm This was their first step to another story of legacy that they have been carrying since 80's.

☆☆☆☆☆