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Bon Jovi - 100.000.000 Bon Jovi Fans Can't Be Wrong (Box Set) (2004)

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Bon Jovi - 100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Can't Be Wrong (Box Set) (2004)


Bon Jovi – 100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Can’t Be Wrong (Box Set) (2004)

Release Date: November 15–16, 2004
Label: Island Records
Type: Box Set / Compilation
Genre: Hard Rock / Demos & B‑Sides
Length: ~3 hrs 43 min (4 CDs) + DVD
Purpose: Celebrates over 100 million records sold worldwide and the band’s 20‑year history.

Overview

100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Can’t Be Wrong is a collector’s box set by Bon Jovi, released in late 2004. Unlike a typical greatest hits collection, this set dives deep into the band’s vault, gathering demos, B‑sides, unreleased tracks, and outtakes spanning from 1985 to 2003. With four CDs and a companion DVD, it offers fans a rare look at the evolution of Bon Jovi’s songwriting and recording process, celebrating their milestone of selling more than 100 million albums globally.

The title and cover art pay homage to Elvis Presley’s iconic 1959 compilation 50,000,000 Elvis Fans Can’t Be Wrong, underlining the band’s rock‑and‑roll heritage and global appeal.

Content & Highlights

Music Content:

  • The box set contains 50+ tracks across four CDs, featuring 38 previously unreleased songs, alongside B‑sides that appeared on singles or soundtracks.

  • A wide variety of material includes early demos, alternate versions of known tracks, and songs that didn’t fit on studio albums.

  • Notable tracks featured for the first time on an official Bon Jovi release include:

    • “The Radio Saved My Life Tonight” – released as a promo single and played often on tours after the box set’s release.

    • “Good Guys Don’t Always Wear White” – originally from the Last Action Hero soundtrack.

    • “Edge of a Broken Heart” – a beloved rarity from the Slippery When Wet era later also included on the special Cross Road edition.

DVD Content:

  • The included DVD features band interviews discussing the tracks, candid archival footage, and behind‑the‑scenes material that adds depth and context to the music.

Special Editions:

  • The Japanese edition includes a fifth CD with additional rarities and exclusive bonus tracks.

Fun Facts & Trivia

  • Not Just Hits: Unlike most box sets, this release isn’t centered on greatest hits — it’s mostly new to fans material, giving insight into Bon Jovi’s creative process.

  • Band Input: The box set’s booklet features fan contributions — essays, anecdotes, and reflections collected from thousands of fan e‑mails, showing Bon Jovi’s focus on fans as collaborators in the release.

  • DVD Interviews: The band members comment on their history and the rare tracks, offering personal reflections not found elsewhere.

  • Alternate Vocals: Some tracks feature Richie Sambora, David Bryan, and Tico Torres on lead vocals, rare for the band’s catalog.

  • Chart Performance: The box set reached #53 on the Billboard 200, a solid showing for a niche collector’s edition.

  • Collector’s Rarity: The Japanese edition, with its extra CD and postcards, is especially sought after by collectors.

  • Historical Span: Tracks come from virtually every Bon Jovi studio era up to 2003, offering a chronological glimpse of unreleased gems across two decades.

Credits

Bon Jovi:

  • Jon Bon Jovi: Lead vocals, acoustic guitar

  • Richie Sambora: Lead guitar, backing vocals, talk box

  • David Bryan: Keyboards, backing vocals

  • Tico Torres: Drums, percussion

  • Alec John Such / Hugh McDonald: Bass (varies by track era)

  • Additional musicians: Bobby Bandiera, Kenny Aronoff, Jeff Kazee, Pino Palladino, Dave Stewart, and others appear on various tracks.

Producers (various demos/B‑sides):

  • Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Obie O’Brien, Patrick Leonard, Andy Johns — reflecting the varied origins of the box set material.

Mini Review

100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Can’t Be Wrong is a treasure trove for die‑hard fans, offering deep cuts, unreleased demos, and rare B‑sides that reveal the band’s creative journey over nearly two decades. With a DVD full of band commentary and archival footage, the set feels like a curated fan experience rather than a standard hits package. It’s a must‑have for collectors and long‑time Bon Jovi enthusiasts. 


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