Bon Jovi’s “You Give Love a Bad Name” remains one of the most beloved classic rock songs of the 1980s. Bon Jovi’s co-writer said he wrote it in a place that reminded him of an infamous scene from a horror film. Fascinatingly, the lyrics of an earlier Bon Jovi song partially inspired “You Give Love a Bad Name.”
Bon Jovi’s ‘You Give Love a Bad Name’ has a connection to Kiss
Desmond Child is a professional songwriter who became famous for working with classic rock acts like Alice Cooper (“Poison”), Aerosmith (“Dude Looks Like a Lady”), and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts (“I Hate Myself for Lovin’ You”), as well as pop singers such as Katy Perry (“Waking Up in Vegas”), Ricky Martin (“Livin’ la Vida Loca”), and Ava Max (“Kings & Queens”). One of his most famous songs is Kiss’ disco/hard rock smash “I Was Made for Lovin’ You.
Bon Jovi’s ‘You Give Love a Bad Name’ has a connection to Kiss
Desmond Child is a professional songwriter who became famous for working with classic rock acts like Alice Cooper (“Poison”), Aerosmith (“Dude Looks Like a Lady”), and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts (“I Hate Myself for Lovin’ You”), as well as pop singers such as Katy Perry (“Waking Up in Vegas”), Ricky Martin (“Livin’ la Vida Loca”), and Ava Max (“Kings & Queens”). One of his most famous songs is Kiss’ disco/hard rock smash “I Was Made for Lovin’ You.
- 4/28/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
One of the most overexposed classic rock songs ever is Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer” — and yet, some fans miss its meaning. Jon Bon Jovi revealed the tune was inspired by one of the defining political ideas of the 1980s. On top of that, “Livin’ on a Prayer” was influenced by the singer’s romantic life.
How Ronald Reagan inspired Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’
On the surface, “Livin’ on a Prayer” is a song about a couple trying to make a life for themselves while they don’t have much money. It’s easy to understand the tune as a simple self-empowerment anthem. However, Jon Bon Jovi himself connected it to the political milieu of the 1980s.
The BBC reports that the singer said “Livin’ on a Prayer” was about the economic policies of President Ronald Reagan. “I wrote that song during the Reagan era...
How Ronald Reagan inspired Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’
On the surface, “Livin’ on a Prayer” is a song about a couple trying to make a life for themselves while they don’t have much money. It’s easy to understand the tune as a simple self-empowerment anthem. However, Jon Bon Jovi himself connected it to the political milieu of the 1980s.
The BBC reports that the singer said “Livin’ on a Prayer” was about the economic policies of President Ronald Reagan. “I wrote that song during the Reagan era...
- 4/27/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: Carla Gugino (The Fall of the House of Usher) is in talks for one of four female leads in Night Electricity, an indie from her longtime collaborator Sebastian Gutierrez (Jett).
Pic’s plot is under wraps, though it’s been described as a psychological drama with thriller elements. David Lancaster is producing, with Gutierrez set direct from his own script.
Gugino recently landed a Critics Choice Award nomination for her turn as multiple characters in The Fall of the House of Usher, the acclaimed Netflix series from Mike Flanagan, with whom she’s collaborated on The Haunting of Hill House, The Haunting of Bly Manor, the Stephen King adaptation Gerald’s Game and other projects. Currently, she can be seen starring on The Girls on the Bus, a political drama series that premiered on Max last month, having also been seen of late in Zelda Williams’ horror comedy Lisa Frankenstein for Focus Features.
Pic’s plot is under wraps, though it’s been described as a psychological drama with thriller elements. David Lancaster is producing, with Gutierrez set direct from his own script.
Gugino recently landed a Critics Choice Award nomination for her turn as multiple characters in The Fall of the House of Usher, the acclaimed Netflix series from Mike Flanagan, with whom she’s collaborated on The Haunting of Hill House, The Haunting of Bly Manor, the Stephen King adaptation Gerald’s Game and other projects. Currently, she can be seen starring on The Girls on the Bus, a political drama series that premiered on Max last month, having also been seen of late in Zelda Williams’ horror comedy Lisa Frankenstein for Focus Features.
- 4/16/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Stars: Marshall Vargas, Kayden Bryce, Carlie Allen, Stephen Nicholas Knight, Debbie Scaletta, Bill Schroeder | Written and Directed by Eddie Lengyel
Want to grow fur, fangs and howl at the moon? Well, in Byte, the new film from writer/director Eddie Lengyel there’s an app for that.
Jett, April, Nora (Carlie Allen) and Damon are hanging out on Halloween when Jett gets a bright idea. He downloads an app that claims, if you buy werewolf blood from them and perform the proper ritual, you can become a werewolf. It’s Halloween and there’s a full moon, so why not? Nobody seems surprised when the blood shows up almost immediately after he orders it, as if delivered by some lycanthropic DoorDash.
They’re also not surprised when the ritual seems to have no effect. But later that night, a woman walking home is torn apart by something large and hairy,...
Want to grow fur, fangs and howl at the moon? Well, in Byte, the new film from writer/director Eddie Lengyel there’s an app for that.
Jett, April, Nora (Carlie Allen) and Damon are hanging out on Halloween when Jett gets a bright idea. He downloads an app that claims, if you buy werewolf blood from them and perform the proper ritual, you can become a werewolf. It’s Halloween and there’s a full moon, so why not? Nobody seems surprised when the blood shows up almost immediately after he orders it, as if delivered by some lycanthropic DoorDash.
They’re also not surprised when the ritual seems to have no effect. But later that night, a woman walking home is torn apart by something large and hairy,...
- 4/12/2024
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
Photo: Brendan Penny, Amanda Schull Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Allister Foster
Hallmark Mystery has released details of a new, original mystery moving starring Amanda Schull and Brendan Penny.
The movie tells the story of a retired army medical examiner and a charming police detective working to solve a murder. Read on to find out more about the movie and its cast and see images taken on the movie film set.
Family Practice Mysteries: Coming Home on Hallmark Mystery Photo: Linda Ko, Amanda Schull, Brendan Penny Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Allister Foster
According to the official synopsis, small-town life turns deadly for retired army doctor, Dr. Rachel Hunt (Amy Schull) who returns home. Rachel is a smart, intuitive family doctor and was previously a trauma surgeon in the US Army. However, after losing her husband in combat, she retired from her commission and is now settling into a quiet new life...
Hallmark Mystery has released details of a new, original mystery moving starring Amanda Schull and Brendan Penny.
The movie tells the story of a retired army medical examiner and a charming police detective working to solve a murder. Read on to find out more about the movie and its cast and see images taken on the movie film set.
Family Practice Mysteries: Coming Home on Hallmark Mystery Photo: Linda Ko, Amanda Schull, Brendan Penny Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Allister Foster
According to the official synopsis, small-town life turns deadly for retired army doctor, Dr. Rachel Hunt (Amy Schull) who returns home. Rachel is a smart, intuitive family doctor and was previously a trauma surgeon in the US Army. However, after losing her husband in combat, she retired from her commission and is now settling into a quiet new life...
- 4/11/2024
- by Anne King
- Celebrating The Soaps
Alanis Morissette has made her first-ever appearance on Austin City Limits, and it’s an exciting one! The upcoming hour-long set features many fan favorites, including eight cuts from her landmark album Jagged Little Pill. In anticipation, Consequence has an exclusive preview of her performance of the hit “You Oughta Know,” which you can watch below.
The singer sounds just as intense as she did when the song was released nearly 30 years ago. Morissette wrings every bit of rage from the track in a truly electrifying performance. “You Oughta Know” initially made waves for its pointed lyrics, and they remain just as powerful here. The song is roaring and raucous, and she propels it forward with driving on-stage radiance.
Morissette’s debut on Austin City Limits is set to premiere in full on Saturday, February 17th at 8:00 p.m. Et on PBS. It will be available to stream immediately following the initial broadcast.
The singer sounds just as intense as she did when the song was released nearly 30 years ago. Morissette wrings every bit of rage from the track in a truly electrifying performance. “You Oughta Know” initially made waves for its pointed lyrics, and they remain just as powerful here. The song is roaring and raucous, and she propels it forward with driving on-stage radiance.
Morissette’s debut on Austin City Limits is set to premiere in full on Saturday, February 17th at 8:00 p.m. Et on PBS. It will be available to stream immediately following the initial broadcast.
- 2/16/2024
- by Venus Rittenberg
- Consequence - Music
90 Day Fiance star Josh Weinstein is beside himself with anguish after his son was involved in a serious car crash.
Josh broke the news on social media, letting his fans and followers know that his teenage son, Jett, 17, was fighting an uphill battle to save his life.
Josh uploaded several photos of Jett and himself through the years on Instagram, along with a caption explaining what happened.
“Many of you that know me best. Know that I love my kids more than myself,” Josh’s caption began.
“My son was in a car accident and was airlifted out. He lost the battle with his right leg and is fighting for his life. I’m completely shattered,” the Preview Models CEO/founder continued.
Josh asked for prayers that Jett pulls through “with no more complications,” adding that he loves his only son “more than life itself.”
“Love you all,” Josh concluded in the caption.
Josh broke the news on social media, letting his fans and followers know that his teenage son, Jett, 17, was fighting an uphill battle to save his life.
Josh uploaded several photos of Jett and himself through the years on Instagram, along with a caption explaining what happened.
“Many of you that know me best. Know that I love my kids more than myself,” Josh’s caption began.
“My son was in a car accident and was airlifted out. He lost the battle with his right leg and is fighting for his life. I’m completely shattered,” the Preview Models CEO/founder continued.
Josh asked for prayers that Jett pulls through “with no more complications,” adding that he loves his only son “more than life itself.”
“Love you all,” Josh concluded in the caption.
- 2/7/2024
- by Mona Wexler
- Monsters and Critics
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