Since at least 2009, they all sound the same. And there are tons of bands who change their sound from album to album. Bon Jovi used to do so as well, unfortunately that stopped with the arrival of Shanks.

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Totally...

Jon should sport the DA / LH dark haired look instead of trying to be a 77 year old Bob Kraft.

And Richie just needs to start looking like a man again instead of trying to be a teenage pretty boy.

I know it's supposed to be about the music but that ain't happening so at least look cool...

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Shanks not only remained in the studio but got his ass on the stage as well. We can only expect MORE of him :-|

But the Sanctuary II Studio (JBJ' s studio) is dead?

Heard he sort of sold it. Is it true?

JBJ decided to dismantle his home studio rather than chase new technology for the THINFS album, JBJ: “The gear was getting antiquated at my studio, so it was either invest a lot or let it go. I decided to let it go.”

so the rumour was true... thanks!

for a guy with the money of jon and an already existing place this sounds weird. i know a lot music studios with expensive hardware, plenty of racks and every kind og gear and mics. maybe the main console needed some work and repair but most of the gear in recording doesnt just grow old, the vintage equipment is often preffered. i think in true jon wanted to get out from his very comfort zone and out of his house as well. jon isnt and never was a studio guy who d record every idea and spend hours upon hours experimenting. i jusy wanted to comment that when you are a musician and own all these stuff the only thing that can age and need regular attention is the console.

Sanctuary II Studio

(1999-2015)

R.I.P

I was talking to a fellow fan the other day and she told me that perhaps being in that studio evoked too many sad memories and he couldn't stand being there anymore... to me it's not about money.