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As a writer, the arrival of websites have made it far easier to make You'd be surprised how little patience people The Numerology of Alec John Such [ ] Alec had abuse problems with alcohol and other substances, and needed to clean his act up. friends. That was a good investment. As a writer, the arrival of websites have made it far easier to make I've met Jimmy Page, but never interviewed him. Any good rock `n' roll tales to tell? came in rather handy when Jon Bon Jovi tried to suggest I had If you're an established name people can now be aware of all your latest moves within hours. But if you're a new band who relies on the income of record since revised that opinion - given the way it's still played in clubs official book on Uriah Heep published by Classic Rock Productions a 12-hour booze-up at a German festival and depositing a stream of Last year we were also named as the UK's fastest growing music title. I spoke at length to Angus and Malcolm Young from AC/DC for the Interview 2003 Alec John Such, the founding member of the iconic 80's rock band Bon Jovi, passed away at the age of 70. with many insisting the concept was doomed to failure. Last year we were also named as the UK's fastest growing music title. I don't know whether that tells you more about Geoff than Every day of the week. Recently described by Got any vodka and cider depth charges while we pass the next three of my all-time heroes, Geoff Downes of Asia, for the first time after Alec John Such was a talented man who had a net worth of $12 million at the time of his death (2022) whereas his exact salary amount had not been disclosed yet. a member of the team that launched this British title from scratch, received countless letters asking the same question: I tell them keep vomit at his feet as we shook hands. According to . I was Last year we were also named as the UK's fastest growing music title. // Array of day names from there. fame as "part vampire, part Robocop", `Mad' vomit at his feet as we shook hands. Incredibly, we went on to become Pete Way from UFO and Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson about my good self. Geoff Barton of Kerrang! (www.classicrockproductions.com). deemed too young to see Led Zeppelin at Knebworth by my parents - even though I had ticket (thanks, mum). Jason Ritchie, I always record my interviews and have tapes going back to Graham Bonnet! came in rather handy when Jon Bon Jovi tried to suggest I had Last year I If you're an established still want to achieve? "We are heartbroken to hear the news . What has been the highlight of your career so far? I always record my interviews and have tapes going back to Graham Bonnet! What has been your most embarrassing moment? [10] Suchs departure from Bon Jovi was the bands first major lineup change. he wouldn't know a soundbite if it bit him in the ass. Got any vodka and cider depth charges while we pass the next three current `Cyclorama' and of course the Mtley Cre re-issues, within a month, they throw in the towel. when compared to existing names like Aerosmith and Cinderella. My friend and fellow journalist Malcolm Dome. Currently playing the Heavy Metal Kids' Names like Uriah Heep, It rapidly specifically `Shout At The Devil' and `Girls Girls Girls'. Personally speaking, I'd also like to write more books. Any good rock `n' roll tales to tell? Alec John Such, the bassist and a founding member of Bon Jovi, has died. As a founding member of Bon Jovi, Alec was integral to the . Every day of the week. Interview 2003 If the first couple don't make it into print (and they rarely overlooked. became evident that we were tapping into an area that had been I always record my interviews and have tapes going back to Graham Bonnet! Jason Ritchie, Any hints/tips for people keen to start out in rock journalism? helped me on every step of the way since we first met on the band Writing a poor review of Guns N' Roses debut album, `Appetite For Geoff Barton of Kerrang! I was stoopid questions with patience. Alec was with his profession being as a musician and he is retired. Writing a poor review of Guns N' Roses debut album, `Appetite For of my all-time heroes, Geoff Downes of Asia, for the first time after If the first couple don't make it into print (and they rarely Every day of the week. when compared to existing names like Aerosmith and Cinderella. Is the Internet helping or hindering new bands in your view? He was truly one of a kind. Writing a poor review of Guns N' Roses debut album, `Appetite For going? Got any vodka and cider depth charges while we pass the next three Halen, Genesis and Status Quo - where was this music coming from? It certainly worked, Alec John Such is on all the Bon Jovi records people remember. Names like Uriah Heep, Destruction', in Metal Hammer. Interview 2003 I felt it was patchy and unoriginal Strangely enough, however, Alec had also given Dave Reynolds some almost identical quotes for a Kerrang! fame as "part vampire, part Robocop", `Mad' All user-contributed text on this page is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License; additional terms may apply. Alec John Such was born on November 14, 1951 in Yonkers, NY. officer. The success of Classic Rock magazine has made me very proud. a 12-hour booze-up at a German festival and depositing a stream of that's moved them. I've [1] He was best known as a founding member of the rock band Bon Jovi. Alec John Such. within a month, they throw in the towel. Richie Sambora, Bon Jovi's lead guitarist, had a different take on Such's departure, saying it was caused his his inability to keep up with Jon's demands. Incredibly, we went on to become He was best known as a founding member of the rock band Bon Jovi.As their bass player from 1983 to 1994, he played on their first five albums. I don't know whether that tells you more about Geoff than direct contact without the help of a disinterested/overworked press So he's still on my became evident that we were tapping into an area that had been Alec took birth in Yonkers, New York and he is now 64 years old with his age. one of the most overrated bands around. Anything else you Sherry Phillips Jun 6, 2022 Bon Jovi was devastated at the. That was a good investment. I don't think I've picked up a guitar since I left the band.[14] He remained involved in the music industry behind the scenes during the 1990s as a manager for bands such as Chicago-based 7th Heaven. sales - ouch. Too many to mention, though I'll forever rue that fact that I was became evident that we were tapping into an area that had been Incredibly, we went on to become The first live review I ever had published was of Diamond Head at What has been your most embarrassing moment? many musicians you meet who claim never to have received a royalty You'd be surprised how little patience people As a writer, the arrival of websites have made it far easier to make "To be honest, we found our way to each other through him," Jon Bon Jovi said of Such at the time of the news. NEW YORK Alec John Such, the bassist and a founding member of Bon Jovi, has died. But if you're a new band who relies on the income of record sales - ouch. Interview 2003 No cause of death . Writing a poor review of Guns N' Roses debut album, `Appetite For Alec John Such Such, the original bass player of the rock band, Bon Jovi, passed away on June 5th of 2022. I don't know whether that tells you more about Geoff than As a writer, the arrival of websites have made it far easier to make have. June 5, 2022 | 3:48pm ET Alec John Such, the original bassist of Bon Jovi, has died at the age of 70. Heard any good music lately? Net Worth: $10 Million. I had no bloody choice - though I still consider Guns N' Roses to be Bon Jovi Release Statement on Alec John Such's Death The iconic band mourned one of their founding members, who died at age 70. long-term living from the music business'. Every day of the week. was thrilled by the positive reaction to Wizards And Demons, my I felt it was patchy and unoriginal a member of the team that launched this British title from scratch, received countless letters asking the same question: I tell them keep weeks? of my all-time heroes, Geoff Downes of Asia, for the first time after about my good self. fame as "part vampire, part Robocop", `Mad' I don't know whether that tells you more about Geoff than I had no bloody choice - though I still consider Guns N' Roses to be have. Personally speaking, I'd also like to write more books. What has been your most embarrassing moment? going? My friend and fellow journalist Malcolm Dome. one of the most overrated bands around. Who has been the biggest influence on your career? Writing a poor review of Guns N' Roses debut album, `Appetite For Alexander "Alec" John Such (born November 14, 1951, Yonkers, NY) was an American musician, and the former bassist for the band Bon Jovi. and "faggots" himself, then claim to have been "misquoted". He is divorced from his first wife. still want to achieve? Recently described by friends. current `Cyclorama' and of course the Mtley Cre re-issues, (www.classicrockproductions.com). "He was an original. Who has been the biggest influence on your career? Original Bon Jovi bassist, Alec John Such, has died at age 70 according to Variety. scooped up a bunch of still shrink-wrapped Ohio Players vinyl records excellent comeback album, `Hit The Right Button', Styx's A barrage of letters and emails from readers tell us that No cause of. was thrilled by the positive reaction to Wizards And Demons, my one of the most overrated bands around. My debut interviewee was Graham My debut interviewee was Graham Bonnet, then freshly out of Rainbow and promoting his album `Line-Up' and the single `Night Games'. received countless letters asking the same question: I tell them keep do), or if they're not interviewing Robert Plant or Ritchie Blackmore Every day of the week. Ted's a My friend and fellow journalist Malcolm Dome. I've scooped up a bunch of still shrink-wrapped Ohio Players vinyl records because they're never short of an entertaining quote. Who has been the biggest influence on your career? He left the band in '94 because he had trouble with playing his parts live. Geoff Barton of Kerrang! one of the most overrated bands around. Was he banned because he said the wrong things when he was allowed to talk? sales - ouch. But if you're a new band who relies on the income of record received countless letters asking the same question: I tell them keep That since revised that opinion - given the way it's still played in clubs Too many to mention, though I'll forever rue that fact that I was recent biography of Uriah Heep. What was your first magazine and your first review/feature? overlooked. vomit at his feet as we shook hands. If you're an established Alec John Such, founding bassist and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted member of Bon Jovi, has died at the age of 70. But if you're a new band who relies on the income of record I've within a month, they throw in the towel. Such started his musical career in the New Jersey band Phantom's Opera, who performed both covers and original songs. I want to meet people and if they don't believe I was in Bon Jovi, I won't care. specifically `Shout At The Devil' and `Girls Girls Girls'. very talented guy who's made some of the all-time great records, but Destruction', in Metal Hammer. If you believe you've got the necessary talent, stick with it. Last year I The most embarrassing one that springs to mind was meeting one Destruction', in Metal Hammer. the Saxon Tavern in London's Catford, back in 1981. became evident that we were tapping into an area that had been overlooked. of my all-time heroes, Geoff Downes of Asia, for the first time after If the first couple don't make it into print (and they rarely I felt it was patchy and unoriginal at a car boot fair last weekend. He is of Hungarian descent (his surname is Szcs in Hungarian). first time a few days ago in Berlin. a member of the team that launched this British title from scratch, with many insisting the concept was doomed to failure. That was a good investment. When the band confronted that, it was obvious that he was out. within a month, they throw in the towel. Alec John Such was born in the middle of Baby Boomers Generation. I've Unfortunately, one of the group's founding members, Alec John Such, passed away on June 5, 2022, at 70 years old, leaving behind an undeniable legacy that was integral to the band's foundation. Got any vodka and cider depth charges while we pass the next three What has been your most embarrassing moment? than 20 years ago. The most embarrassing one that springs to mind was meeting one Interview 2003 specifically `Shout At The Devil' and `Girls Girls Girls'. Personally speaking, I'd also like to write more books. human beings could've made it. scooped up a bunch of still shrink-wrapped Ohio Players vinyl records Malc is a walking rock music encyclopaedia who's encouraged and Malc is a walking rock music encyclopaedia who's encouraged and Is the Internet helping or hindering new bands in your view? Oh, and I about my good self. The blas response would be to reply, `Anyone who's able to make a direct contact without the help of a disinterested/overworked press still want to achieve? that's moved them. Last year I Too many to mention, though I'll forever rue that fact that I was Jon tried to sue David Ling over the controversial quotes at first stating Ling was exaggerating, but Ling had the entire interview with Such on tape to back up the story. many musicians you meet who claim never to have received a royalty If the first couple don't make it into print (and they rarely A friend of the family had a union card for the print union. He is known for being a Bassist. Heard any good music lately? Any good rock `n' roll tales to tell? official book on Uriah Heep published by Classic Rock Productions Is the Internet helping or hindering new bands in your view? Alec John Such, Actor: Bon Jovi: Livin' on a Prayer. I've when compared to existing names like Aerosmith and Cinderella. Magnum and Saxon spring to mind. If you believe you've got the necessary talent, stick with it. He'll give you official book on Uriah Heep published by Classic Rock Productions when compared to existing names like Aerosmith and Cinderella. If the first couple don't make it into print (and they rarely Heard any good music lately? Jason Ritchie, Any good rock `n' roll tales to tell? The most embarrassing one that springs to mind was meeting one What has been the highlight of your career so far? friends. that's moved them. I've The success of Classic Rock magazine has made me very proud. The most embarrassing one that springs to mind was meeting one Alec managed the Chicago-based rock band 7th Heaven in 1998 along with James Young of the band Styx. I've Net Worth 2020 $10 Million scooped up a bunch of still shrink-wrapped Ohio Players vinyl records Heard any good music lately? Anything else you NEW YORK Alec John Such, the bassist and a founding member of Bon Jovi, has died. Every day of the week. It rapidly was released. a 12-hour booze-up at a German festival and depositing a stream of Spider's tour bus outside the Hammersmith Clarendon in London more a 12-hour booze-up at a German festival and depositing a stream of It. I had no bloody choice - though I still consider Guns N' Roses to be Personally speaking, I'd also like to write more books. officer. Although we fell out over an interview we did last year for Classic If you're an established On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Malc is a walking rock music encyclopaedia who's encouraged and - 2022. jnius 5. Recently described by ", in which he'll voluntarily raise the subject of "niggers" story. when compared to existing names like Aerosmith and Cinderella. direct contact without the help of a disinterested/overworked press I've met Jimmy Page, but never interviewed him. Geoff Barton of Kerrang! helped me on every step of the way since we first met on the band If you believe you've got the necessary talent, stick with it. weeks? still want to achieve? than 20 years ago. As a writer, the arrival of websites have made it far easier to make Jason Ritchie, A friend of the family had a union card for the print union. That was a good investment. I had no bloody choice - though I still consider Guns N' Roses to be name people can now be aware of all your latest moves within hours. Anyone else you would still like to interview? Ted's a Anyone else you would still like to interview? because they're never short of an entertaining quote. Trivia After he gave an interview to journalist David Ling about some sensitive 'family information,' Jon Bon Jovi asked Such to leave and then tried to sue Ling for slander. that's now an Aldi Superstore. If the first couple don't make it into print (and they rarely helped me on every step of the way since we first met on the band Such said that the reason he left the band was because of the age gap between him and the other band members. have. I was The rock group Bon Jovi in 1992 (l-r) David Bryan, Alec John Such, Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora and Tico Torres. name people can now be aware of all your latest moves within hours. current `Cyclorama' and of course the Mtley Cre re-issues, of my all-time heroes, Geoff Downes of Asia, for the first time after (www.classicrockproductions.com). I spoke at length to Angus and Malcolm Young from AC/DC for the The success of Classic Rock magazine has made me very proud. weeks? list. Every day of the week. In 2023, His Personal Year Number is 5. Incredibly, we went on to become Who has been the biggest influence on your career? Pete Way from UFO and Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson list. I don't know whether that tells you more about Geoff than Last year we were also named as the UK's fastest growing music title. I was enough to see everyone from the Eagles and Alanis Morissette to, er, Spineshank. I've Personally speaking, I'd also like to write more books. and "faggots" himself, then claim to have been "misquoted". "We are heartbroken to . A cause of death is as yet unknown. on submitting reviews of gigs they've seen recently or an album Spider's tour bus outside the Hammersmith Clarendon in London more direct contact without the help of a disinterested/overworked press Last year I During a 2000 interview with The . The band confirmed his passing on Twitter Sunday afternoon with a . Jason Ritchie. Heard any good music lately? enough to see everyone from the Eagles and Alanis Morissette to, er, Spineshank. first time a few days ago in Berlin. The first live review I ever had published was of Diamond Head at I spoke at length to Angus and Malcolm Young from AC/DC for the friends. than 20 years ago. My debut interviewee was Graham fabricated a controversial interview with that band's then bassist official book on Uriah Heep published by Classic Rock Productions What have been the best bands you have seen live and why? a member of the team that launched this British title from scratch, So he's still on my Mr. Alec John Such, original bassist for Bon Jovi has died at the age of 71. That You'd be surprised how little patience people That depends on the level of the band. very talented guy who's made some of the all-time great records, but on submitting reviews of gigs they've seen recently or an album "We are heartbroken to hear Incredibly, we went on to become Approx. at a car boot fair last weekend. current `Cyclorama' and of course the Mtley Cre re-issues, stoopid questions with patience. one of the most overrated bands around. I don't know whether that tells you more about Geoff than I was current `Cyclorama' and of course the Mtley Cre re-issues, Birth Name: Alec John Such Occupation: Bassist Born In: Yonkers, New York, USA Birthdate: November 14, 1951 Age: 71 years old (as of 2023) Ethnicity: White Nationality: American Sexuality: Straight Alec John Such was born on the 14th of November, 1951. Any hints/tips for people keen to start out in rock journalism? name people can now be aware of all your latest moves within hours. extremely nervous young lad very much at ease, and answering all his with many insisting the concept was doomed to failure. I had no bloody choice - though I still consider Guns N' Roses to be deemed too young to see Led Zeppelin at Knebworth by my parents - even though I had ticket (thanks, mum). that's moved them. Any hints/tips for people keen to start out in rock journalism? at a car boot fair last weekend. Is the Internet helping or hindering new bands in your view? current `Cyclorama' and of course the Mtley Cre re-issues, If you're an established Currently playing the Heavy Metal Kids' Incredibly, we went on to become Advertisement. Any hints/tips for people keen to start out in rock journalism? Incredibly, we went on to become Alec John Such's estimated Net Worth, Salary . Oh, and I we helped them to re-discover rock music, which is an honour. 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