Bon Jovi’s Slippery When Wet Gets the Star Treatment with Vinyl Reissue and Expanded Deluxe Edition
Bon Jovi’s iconic 1986 album Slippery When Wet is sliding back into the spotlight. The band has announced a deluxe reissue, including collectible vinyl editions, cassette tapes, and a two-disc expanded set, set for release on February 28th via Island/UMe.
Vinyl Dreams: Limited Editions Shine Bright
Vinyl enthusiasts take note: two exclusive pressings are up for grabs. A liquid-filled vinyl, limited to just 1,300 copies worldwide, promises to be the crown jewel of this release, priced at $99. Meanwhile, a vibrant picture disc edition—capped at 1,500 copies—is available for $39.98. Both versions stick to the original album’s tracklist, providing a nostalgic trip through hits like “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “You Give Love a Bad Name.”
For fans craving more retro vibes, a cassette tape reissue will also be available, mirroring the album’s original content. Learn more from Bon Jovi’s official website.
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Deluxe Edition: Beyond the Classics
The expanded deluxe edition dives deeper into Bon Jovi’s golden era. The 2-CD and digital release includes the full original album on the first disc, while the second disc treats listeners to rare gems: an acoustic rendition of “Wanted Dead or Alive,” remixes, and previously unreleased live recordings from the band’s electrifying 1987 Slippery When Wet tour.
This release offers a window into the band’s meteoric rise, capturing the energy of their arena-packed performances and revisiting an album that solidified their status as rock legends.
The Legacy Lives On
Slippery When Wet not only topped charts worldwide but also redefined the sound of ‘80s rock, making it a cornerstone of Bon Jovi’s legacy. This reissue is a chance for fans old and new to celebrate an album that gave the world timeless anthems and catapulted Bon Jovi to superstardom.
Mark your calendars for February 28th—whether you’re a collector or just eager to relive the glory days, this reissue is a must-have.
Slippery When Wet Deluxe Edition Tracklist
Disc 1
01. Let It Rock
02. You Give Love a Bad Name
03. Livin’ on a Prayer
04. Social Disease
05. Wanted Dead or Alive
06. Raise Your Hands
07. Without Love
08. I’d Die for You
09. Never Say Goodbye
10. Wild in the Streets
Disc 2
01. Wanted Dead or Alive (Acoustic Version)
02. Livin’ on a Prayer (Thank You Goodnight Remix) #
03. Raise Your Hands (Extended Obie O’Brien Mix) #
04. Wild in the Streets (Live at Cincinnati Gardens, March 18, 1987) #
05. Livin’ on a Prayer (Live at Cobo Arena Detroit, March 11, 1987) #
06. Wanted Dead or Alive (Live at Cobo Arena Detroit, March 11, 1987) #
07. Let It Rock (Live at Nassau Coliseum, August 9, 1987) #
# = New Relase
