'Slippery When Wet' Turns 36

My favorite Bon Jovi album is Slippery When Wet. That landmark release turns 36 today. It's kind of crazy to think back on just how huge of a record Slippery was when it came out. I mean, the album features mega-hits "Livin' On A Prayer" and "Wanted Dead or Alive" - not to mention "You Give Love A Bad Name" and "Never Say Goodbye." Only folks like Adele and Taylor Swift are releasing albums with those kind of chart topping songs these days.

Too bad Bon Jovi wants to disavow their rock roots these days in favor of country music. Or maybe it's just what Jon Bon Jovi likes. Regardless, I'll always be thankful for Slippery When Wet and all the memories.

36 years ago today we released Slippery When Wet, a life-changing album for the band. In celebration, we are offering 36% off of our Slippery When Wet merch, only for 36 hours (or while supplies last) at https://t.co/ofJWcYQJ1W pic.twitter.com/fRZqwkKPNQ

— Bon Jovi (@BonJovi) August 18, 2022