Fans of this band
will find it filled with the classic Bon Jovi sound. However, there are
some pleasant surprises here. Two songs really stand out on this album,
the irony of the situation is they are about as far removed from the classic
Bon Jovi sound as you can get. "Captain Crush…" and "Say It Isn't So" both
sound like they belong on an Enuff Z'nuff album not Bon Jovi's. Both songs
show a heavy influence from the Beatles with a modern rock flavor that
would make Donnie Vie of EZN proud. Alas, if all the songs on this album
sounded like these two, those of us who found the overly polished sounds
of "Slippery When Wet" a bit too much might just give Bon Jovi a second
chance. These guys are smart, they know they have a winning formula and
a loyal audience. So why change their tune now to attract new fans? Bottom
line, if you like Bon Jovi's previous work, then by all means check this
album out. For those who don't fall into that category, there are some
interesting modern rockers here like "One Fine Night" and" I Got the Girl"
plus the two EZN'esq tunes that do break some new ground for this group.
Posted by Sambora:
Bon Jovi is a totally unique band and this album has a really wicked vibe to it. All new material by the band, and the music really speaks to you. Bon Jovi is a band that is always recognised for their past albums and successes and I think Crush has the potential to regain the bands position in the top 10. The songs "Its my Life" and "One Wild Night" have a awesome feeling to them and really make you feel like getting into the songs. Many songs on this album have the potential to do the same. A lot of the songs are ballad, and some are just hard rocking.
I give this album 5 out of five stars, I recommend it to die hard Bon Jovi fans and newly found fans!
