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The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Bon Jovi's Slippery When Wet

April 30, 2026 7:30 pm

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts
1320 W State of Franklin Rd Located in: East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN 37614

Experience a live musical tribute to Bon Jovi's iconic 1986 album Slippery When Wet, performed by the acclaimed Black Jacket Symphony at the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts in Johnson City, Tennessee.

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Why We Like It

  • The Black Jacket Symphony is renowned for their high-energy, note-for-note recreations of classic albums.
  • Slippery When Wet is one of Bon Jovi's most beloved and influential albums, featuring hits like 'You Give Love a Bad Name' and 'Livin' on a Prayer'.
  • The concert promises to be a nostalgic and energetic celebration of 80s rock at its finest.

Who Should Attend

This event will appeal to Bon Jovi fans, classic rock enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to experience a dynamic live performance of a legendary album.

In the Spotlight

The Black Jacket Symphony

A renowned group of musicians who recreate classic albums live, note-for-note, in an immersive concert experience.

Bon Jovi

The iconic American rock band whose 1986 album Slippery When Wet is considered one of the greatest rock albums of all time.

About the Venue

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts

A modern performing arts center on the campus of East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, offering excellent acoustics and an intimate concert setting.