VAN HALEN NEWS DESK

Chickenfoot soundcheck and interviews

Rockerrazzi.com gives us three new Chickenfoot videos! First, an exclusive look behind the scenes at the band Chickenfoot as they soundcheck at the Gibson Amphitheater. Then, interviews with Sammy Hagar and Chad Smith:

Chickenfoot in Houston With Photo Gallery

From KNAC.com: Supergroup Pronunciation: \sü-p?r-grüp\ Function: noun Date: 1968 : a rock group made up of prominent former members of other rock groups; also : an extremely successful rock group If ever there was a band that fit the definition listed above, then Chickenfoot is it. I know from reading some interviews that the guys [...]

Van Halen song on Family Guy

The Season Premier of “Family Guy” aired last night and featured Van Halen’s “Drop Dead Legs” in the following scene:

Video: Eddie Van Halen on Two and a Half Men

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New Van Halen shirts

Van Halen has two killer new shirts now available at Van Halen Store. Van Halen Rock ‘N’ Roll Shirt (Small – 2XL, $19.95) Here’s something different! A contemporary design on a uniquely colored, dark brown shirt! Features the timeless VH logo, “ROCK ‘N’ ROLL” banner, vintage guitars, and stylish ornate background. Van Halen Winged Devil [...]

“The Foot” Comes Down in Denver

From Voice of The Spirit: Concert Review—Chickenfoot at the Fillmore in Denver, Colorado September 11, 2009 I am a writer. And when one is striving to maintain professionalism, it is one’s duty to present an unbiased account of the subject matter, is it not? I tried. I really tried, but I just couldn’t do it. I was [...]

Eddie to appear on Two and a Half Men Monday

From Eddie Van Halen’s Myspace: For those who have been asking – the airdate for the season premiere of Two and a Half Men, guest starring Eddie Van Halen, is Monday, September 21st at 9pm on CBS. Please check your local listings for information.

Michael Anthony calls in to KNAC

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From KNAC.com: On Tuesday, (9-8-09), KNAC.COM’s Uncle Scotty spent some time on the air with Chickenfoot (former Van Halen) bassist, Michael Anthony. Anthony spoke candidly about the birth of Chickenfoot, working with his new bandmates, and the state of his relationship with former bandmate Eddie Van Halen. Listen to a 2-part replay of the interview [...]

Van Halen launches Official YouTube channel

Van Halen launched their official YouTube channel last week.  Their YouTube username is “VHTelevision“. Check it out here. At the moment, they only have the “Pretty Woman” video up, but there are more coming soon.

Van Halen’s official Facebook

As of last week, Van Halen has an official Facebook page. There’s not much up there yet, but it’s a work in progress.

Chickenfoot’s debut album certified Gold

Chickenfoot’s debut album was certified GOLD by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) last Thursday, Sept. 10th. Congrats to Chickenfoot for selling 500,000 albums! Pretty impressive for a hard rock band to do that in the year 2009!

Down covers Van Halen’s “Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love”

Video footage of DOWN performing the VAN HALEN classic “Ain’t Talking About Love” Friday, September 11, at the Nokia Theatre in New York City: