Really? You realize These Days came out in 1995, right?

Was 2008 the beginning of the What About Now era?

What does "current leg of tour" actually mean?
From this article it looks like it's only North America:
http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/enterta...-band.html.csp

Hope there's nothing bad with Richie and that he can jump back onboard soon!

Personally I think you're all blowing this out of any sort of proportion. There's no indication whatsoever Richie is leaving or has left the band, or ever has any intention to.

Something came up. It happens.

i think by now its safe to say that richie isnt leaving...i dont know if the personal issues have a secret agenda or indicate a fight between jon and richie but even if i dont like richie missing shows so often i think its time for some things to change and everyone in the bon jovi camp realise richie isnt expendable...jon can be the leader but not by putting everyone else down...

It's just for the North American shows for this leg. they need Richie for everything outside of north America and they know this...

No doubt, things come up, but if that's the case, just say so. All this speculation is being brought up because they're being so secretive about it. It's no one's business what the reasons are for Richie, but at least give an indication that he'll be back at some point. They're being way too vague about the whole thing. But who knows? That could be the point. Get their name in the news, stir up more record sales.

Exactly.!!!

Jon thinks he can.

For our brother Richie, dont you worry, he will be back............

Why, because American fans are more loyal, and will support the band even without Richie?