Bon Jovi have announced the release of Forever (Legendary Edition), a powerful new collaboration album arriving October 24. This 14-track project follows the band’s June 2024 release of Forever and comes amid frontman Jon Bon Jovi’s ongoing vocal recovery after a serious vocal cord surgery.
The new record features an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Bruce Springsteen, Avril Lavigne, James Bay, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Robbie Williams, Ryan Tedder, and more. The lead single, Red, White and Jersey, will be released this Friday, August 29.
In a heartfelt statement, Jon Bon Jovi described the project as “more than just a collection of collaborations,” calling it “an album borne out of necessity.” He revealed that while he could still sing in the studio, touring and live performances remained physically challenging following his surgery. Without the ability to fully promote the original Forever album, Bon Jovi decided to enlist the help of his friends.
“Without the ability to tour or promote an album we were all very proud of, I decided to call on some friends to help me in my time of need. All are great singers, artists, and also just great people,” he said.
The album includes standout collaborations such as Legendary featuring James Bay, Living Proof with Jelly Roll, Living In Paradise with Avril Lavigne, and a powerful closing bilingual version of We Made It Look Easy featuring Carin Leon. Notably, Hollow Man reunites Bon Jovi with fellow New Jersey icon Bruce Springsteen.
Reflecting on his recovery journey, Bon Jovi previously told NPR that his surgery and rehab mirrored the struggles athletes face when injured. “Even though I’m trained and I have studied the craft for these 40 years, eventually the body gives out,” he said. Despite slower-than-hoped progress, he expressed optimism: “I’m currently able to sing. For me now, the bar is, can I do two and a half hours a night, four nights a week?”
The album captures a new spirit of collaboration and community. “The result is an album with a new viewpoint and new spirit — a collaboration album that proves we all get by in this world with a little help from our friends,” he added.
Forever (Legendary Edition) is not just a musical pivot — it’s a statement of resilience, connection, and evolution.
