Bon Jovi drummer Tico Torres has shut down speculation regarding the band’s retirement, asserting that they are actively working on new music. Rumours circulated widely on social media platforms, particularly on X, prompting the hashtag #ThankYouJon as fans expressed concerns about the band’s future. Torres, in a video posted online, clarified that the band remains committed to making music together.
In the video, the 71-year-old drummer stated, “I’m here to dispel a lot of rumours that I’ve read. People have been calling me up saying, ‘Did you retire from music? From the band?’ Well, no. I have no idea how this stuff starts. Musicians don’t retire—especially me.” He further affirmed, “Me and the boys—Jon and everybody—we’re still making music. We’re the best we’ve ever been.”
The speculation about the iconic rock band has been fueled by frontman Jon Bon Jovi‘s vocal challenges. The 63-year-old singer underwent surgery in 2022 and has since been candid about his struggles with performing. In an interview with The Sunday Times in April 2024, he discussed the possibility of stepping back from touring if his vocal abilities do not meet his standards. He remarked, “If the singing is not great, if I can’t be the guy I once was … then I’m done. And I’m good with that.”
Although Jon Bon Jovi indicated his willingness to step back, he also shared that the band has recently recorded a new album. He is currently participating in vocal therapy to improve his singing capabilities, which he considers essential for live performances. He emphasized the rigorous demands of touring, stating, “I want to perform for two and a half hours a night, four nights a week — and I know how good I can be, so if I can’t be that guy … put it this way, I don’t ever need to be the fat Elvis.”
In June 2024, Jon expressed hope regarding his return to the stage, stating he was “not quite there” in terms of committing to a full tour but could “see the light at the end of the tunnel.” In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, he elaborated on his ongoing recovery, saying, “It’s been a long process – it’s been two years – and look, I’m not quite there yet.” He reiterated the high standards he sets for himself, noting, “[It would be] two and a half hours, four nights a week – this is the bar I set for myself… I don’t mess around when we go out.”
As Bon Jovi continues to navigate these challenges, fans remain eager for updates and new music from the legendary rock group. The reassurance from Tico Torres serves to quell fears of a potential hiatus, signalling that Bon Jovi is far from finished.
