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Aug 18, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day August 18 1986 - Bon Jovi Released Slippery When Wet.

On this day August 18 1986, Slippery When Wet was released, becoming the third album by Bon Jovi and their most successful yet. It transformed the band from rising rockers into stadium headliners with a powerful blend of big choruses, slick production, and anthemic rock attitude.

The album exploded with hits like You Give Love a Bad Name, Livin’ on a Prayer, and Wanted Dead or Alive. Each track packed...

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