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Bon Jovi Plays Two 90s Hits for the First Time in Years at Madison Square Garden Show
Bon Jovi surprised fans at their third Madison Square Garden concert by performing two songs from the 1990s that they had not played live since 2019. The band swapped “In These Arms” out of the set for “Bed of Roses”, then returned after what appeared to be the final song to play “Always”, giving the audience two unexpected moments. The article presents this as a notable sign of variety early in the band’s Forever Tour and as a reward for fans attending the New York run.
The Madison Square Garden residency consists of nine shows, with six still remaining at the time of the report, raising the prospect of further changes to the set list. Both surprise tracks originally appeared in the 1990s, with “Bed of Roses” from 1992’s Keep the Faith and “Always” released in 1994. The tour also carries extra significance because Jon Bon Jovi is returning after a vocal cord injury in 2022 and a lengthy recovery, ahead of five further dates overseas in Edinburgh, Dublin and London.
In short
- Bon Jovi revived two rarely played 1990s songs in New York
- “Bed of Roses” and “Always” were surprise additions
- The shows follow Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal recovery
Explained simply
Bon Jovi is an American rock band that achieved major commercial success from the 1980s onwards, particularly known for songs like "Livin' on a Prayer" and "Wanted Dead or Alive". The band is currently touring as part of its "Forever Tour", performing a nine-night residency at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Jon Bon Jovi, the band's lead singer, suffered a significant vocal cord injury in 2022 that required extensive recovery. This tour represents his return to performing after that health setback, making it a significant moment for both the band and its fans.
The band has performed hundreds of songs across its career, particularly during its prolific period in the 1980s and 1990s. When performing multiple shows at the same venue, bands often vary their setlists between nights to keep performances fresh and provide different experiences for fans attending multiple shows.