Artist: Bon Jovi Album: Lost Highway

Year: 2007
Duration: 49:56

Lost Highway: A Critical Review of Bon Jovi's Album

Bon Jovi is a name synonymous with rock music. Since the 1980s, they have been churning out hit after hit, becoming one of the most successful bands in the industry. One of their albums, Lost Highway, came out in 2007 and went on to become a commercial success. This album was different from their usual rock sound and had a more country feel to it. Being a Bon Jovi fan, I was excited to listen to this album and see what the band had in store for us.

Bon Jovi is known for their hard rock anthems and power ballads but Lost Highway presented a different genre altogether. This album was a take on country music and it was executed beautifully. Jon Bon Jovi's unique voice blended seamlessly with the twangy guitars and country rhythms, creating an entirely new sound. Most critics compared the album’s style to that of Garth Brooks, one of America’s most sought-after country singers.

The album starts with the title track, Lost Highway, which is a perfect opener. It sets the tone for the rest of the album. The song has a country vibe, with Jon’s voice being soulful and emotional. The song’s most innovative parts have to be the supporting gospel choir in the background and the catchy chorus. It is a great example of how well Bon Jovi can switch genres and still manage to keep their fans on board.

Besides the title track, Lost Highway, the album also had songs that became popular very quickly like ‘We Got It Going On’ and ‘(You Want to) Make a Memory’. The former being an upbeat song featuring country star Big & Rich, the latter being a classic Bon Jovi power ballad. It's interesting to see how the band blended its signature sound with the new genre of country music.

The album's most experimental track is ‘Till We Ain't Strangers Anymore’, where Jon Bon Jovi partners with LeAnn Rimes, one of the most famous country singers in America. It's the perfect mix of two genres coming together and creating something magical. The performance from the lead vocalists along with the background harmonies makes this song worth listening to.

Critics have been critical of the album for being too slow. It does lack the ‘kick’ that the band is known for when it comes to rock music. But, it must be remembered that this album was an ode to a different genre and experimented with an entirely new sound. The band took a risk by trying something different and in my opinion, the outcome was a success.

In conclusion, Lost Highway is one of Bon Jovi’s most understated works. It's different from their usual sound, but the band put in a lot of effort into every song on the album. The album has a unique blend of different musical genres that eventually turned out to be an innovative combination. The band’s ability to blend their rock sound and country music makes this album an interesting listen. It may not be a traditional Bon Jovi album, but it's definitely one that should be in your collection. Lost Highway took Bon Jovi in a different direction, and it worked!

In conclusion, Lost Highway is one of Bon Jovi’s most understated works. It's different from their usual sound, but the band put in a lot of effort into every song on the album. The album has a unique blend of different musical genres that eventually turned out to be an innovative combination. The band’s ability to blend their rock sound and country music makes this album an interesting listen. It may not be a traditional Bon Jovi album, but it's definitely one that should be in your collection. Lost Highway took Bon Jovi in a different direction, and it worked!