Runaway found Bon Jovi and audience, a foothold in the business, and was the first step in realising his dream when radio picked it up. This was the era of no cellphones, no computers, says Pierce.

In June, Bon Jovi returned to the stage for their first full concert since late April 2022 as part of a private, phone-free ...

The guitarist who played on "Runaway" for Bon Jovi had no idea the track would become a hit single and launch a rock star's career.