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Originally Posted by Walleris
Why not?
He's been their producer for over 10 years (incl. 6 albums) and since Richie departed has also co-wrote and/or played guitar on most of the new songs.
He's the second most influential person in the band after Jon, so if his schedule allows he should absolutely play 'his' songs live over Matt or another hired guy.
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I don't disagree, but you've just summed up what's wrong with the Bon Jovi situation right now.
Shanks has been producing albums for too long
He co-writes many of the songs
Second most influential person
Plays guitar on many of the songs
Richie departed
Hired guns