Jon Bon Jovi to be Honored at MusiCares Gala, New Album Announced

The rock legend's contributions to music and social causes will be celebrated at the star-studded event, with proceeds supporting the music community.

• Jon Bon Jovi will be honored at the annual MusiCares gala for his contributions to music and dedication to social causes, particularly through his Soul Kitchen restaurants combating food insecurity.
• The gala, hosted by comedian Jim Gaffigan, will feature performances by Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Shania Twain, and others, with proceeds going towards MusiCares' support for the music community.
• Bon Jovi, who has been absent from the stage since April 2022, is preparing a new album, as revealed by the band's guitarist Phil X.
• The MusiCares Person of the Year benefit gala is set to take place on Sunday, February 4, prior to the Grammy Awards.
• Previous MusiCares Persons of the Year include Berry Gordy and Smokey Robinson (2023), Joni Mitchell (2022), Aerosmith (2020), and Dolly Parton (2019).

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