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Originally Posted by mr_bluesman
Alec was there because of his stage presence, vocals and looks. He could play bass well but Hueys style was a better fit for the sound. It's simple as that. We really don't know how many uncredited musicians played on all the albums, there were probably much more. Look at bands like Kiss or Aerosmith, they also had many ghost-musicians. Jon decided not to replace Alec, so he did it like the Stones in 1994...
Right now of course Hugh is a full member, due to Richies leaving etc.  |
- I really don't think Hugh is official. No more than Phil is... Jon needs bodies for photo shoots, videos, and album covers but when they do press, it's still Jon, Tico and Dave... I think there is a difference between "official band members" and being part of the official Bon Jovi corporation if you get my drift...
- Sure there are ghost musicians but not so much in Bon Jovi's case... I can't see Jon getting in another drummer for Tico. The same with Dave. and especially Richie... There might be musicians thrown in for other small instrumental parts but not the core ones...