The actor and musician recently shared his reaction to performing with his alternative rock band Dogstar as an opening act for Bon Jovi during the mid-1990s. More than three decades later, Reeves admitted he was stunned by the opportunity at the time.
The experience happened during Dogstar’s rise in the 1990s, when the band was building its reputation on the Los Angeles music scene. Although Reeves was already becoming a major Hollywood star following films like Speed, he remained committed to his role as Dogstar’s bassist.
Keanu Reeves attends the Apple TV Press Day at Barker Hangar on February 03, 2026 in Santa Monica, California.Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Dogstar opened for Bon Jovi on select dates of the rock band's 1995 These Days tour, including performances at the Great Western Forum in Los Angeles. The lineup featured Reeves on bass, Bret Domrose on vocals and guitar, and Robert Mailhouse on drums.
“We weren't part of it, at all,” Reeves said while discussing the Los Angeles music scene of the era.
“I think, you know, we were feeling it, but to what Keanu was saying, we weren't really a part of it,” Mailhouse explained.
For Dogstar, the period was less about fitting into a movement and more about developing their own identity. The band spent years playing clubs, bars, and smaller venues while learning the music business.
The trio recently announced the release of All In Now, their latest studio album, which arrived on May 29 through their independent label, Dillon Street Records. The project follows the band's 2023 reunion album, Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees, which marked their return after more than two decades away from recording and touring together.
Meanwhile, Bon Jovi remains active as well. The legendary rock group, led by Jon Bon Jovi, continues to perform decades after becoming one of the world's best-selling rock bands. Known for hits such as “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “You Give Love a Bad Name” and “Always,” the band has sold more than 130 million records worldwide.
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