Jon Bon Jovi says Oasis reunion has helped 'keep rock alive' after announcing 2026 tour

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00:00You know, I think post-COVID people wanted that kind of experiential thing.

00:03They wanted to get together again and feel that joy.

00:08So it's bigger than ever.

00:10There was a time 10, 12 years ago that I used to hear people say rock is dead.

00:14I think rock is alive and well again.

00:17So the promise of what Oasis brought last year is going to give a lot of young rock bands an opportunity to shine again.

00:26So I think that it's good that stadium acts are able to fill buildings and people are enjoying themselves there.

00:35Of course, with your baby granddaughter, will she see Granddad play live at some point?

00:40I certainly hope so.

00:41Has she been at some of the gigs that you've been doing?

00:44In the garage, right?

00:45No.

00:47She's been in the house with them.

00:48Your most judgmental audience, I think.