VAN HALEN NEWS DESK

What To Learn from the VH Guitar Hero Isolated Tracks

From WoodTone.com: If you’re a diehard Van Halen fan, the only thing you know for sure is that no one can get “THAT” exact sound but Ed himself. Yes, some people’s fingers can sound like Ed’s and some people’s rigs can sound like Ed’s, but to put it all together…. You might swear it’s been [...]

Eddie Van Halen’s Holiday Message

From Eddie’s Facebook: I would like to thank all of you for your continued support. Have a safe and happy holiday and a rockin’ new year! See you soon! Eddie

Sammy’s Holiday Greeting 2010 and “Santa’s Going South For Christmas”

From Redrocker.com: Redheads! What a great event we had this past weekend in Mill Valley. Great food, great music, and a preview of the new film. We collected an unbelievable pile of toys and raised much needed funding for our friends at Homeward Bound, Ritter Center and the 142 Throckmorton Theatre Scholarship fund. It always [...]

“I heard you missed us! We’re back!” Van Halen’s vinyl reissues

From TampaBay.com: A few days ago a listener to our Stuck in the ’80s podcast hit us with a seismic question: If you could travel back in time, what band would you want to see perform in its prime with its original lineup? Now, instead of saying the Beatles or Sly Stone or something critic-snobby like Big Star, I [...]

HUGE VAN HALEN UPDATE: Van Halen’s 2011 Plans and The TRUTH Behind The Rumors

Van Halen Producer John Shanks

The following breaking news is sure to come as a welcome Holiday gift for Van Halen fans around the world who’ve been dying to know if the band is planning on releasing new music or touring in the near future. Sources tell the Van Halen News Desk that the band is very eager to tour, [...]

Eddie Van Halen Striped Flip Flops Now Available!

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VanHalenStore.com is proud to announce the release of EVH Brand Signature Striped Flip Flops from legendary rock guitar icon Eddie Van Halen. The Premium Flip Flops sport the iconic Van Halen stripes from Eddie’s guitars. The Flip Flops are available in Red with White and Black stripes, modeled after his infamous red, white and black [...]

Mad Anthony Cafe “Skull & Peppers” Tee

From Van Halen Store: The new Mad Anthony’s Cafe “Skull & Crossbones Peppers” tee has got to be Michael Anthony’s best shirt yet! The logo has been distressed and lightly worn for that grungy edge. Available in Black ($19.95), Charcoal Grey ($19.95) & Black Long Sleeve (24.95). Sizes L, XL & 2XL.

“Red Rocker” edition Talon Motors Invader

From Autoblog.com: Three-wheeled vehicles are apparently back in vouge. Yesterday we told you that Morgan is reviving its classic Threewheeler, and now SEMA offers up a trike of its own. Talon Motors has unveiled its Invader, and we have to admit that the specs on it are pretty impressive. Much more so than Talon’s last [...]

Chickenfoot – “Foxy Lady” Live in Cabo

This just in, from Chickenfoot: “This was a great year and we were just feeling thankful for all of you fans and thought we’d share this as a holiday gift. It’s an outtake from the Live In Cabo webcast and is a really smoking version of this tune! Have a great holiday season and we’ll [...]

Make it a Striped Christmas

Hi & Low Top EVH Sneakers Quality and affordability are the rule with EVH accessories, including knit beanies, silk ties and bandanas, available with the classic Eddie Van Halen Frankenstein striped theme. 100% cotton knit beanies and bandanas are hip and trendy accessories for everyone. Unisex Tee-shirts are a staple for any wardrobe with a [...]

Roy Orbison featuring Eddie Van Halen – “Oh, Pretty Woman” (BRAT Mashup)

From BratProductions.com: TRACKS: Roy Orbison – “Oh, Pretty Woman” (re-edited album version) Eddie Van Halen – “Oh, Pretty Woman” (only the guitar track via unnamed source) DESCRIPTION: What would it have been like it Eddie Van Halen and Roy Orbison had a proper duet on “Oh, Pretty Woman”? Well, I try to answer that question [...]

Cry Baby: The Pedal That Rocked The World

From Dunlop: Guard House Pictures is proud to announce the trailer release of Cry Baby: The Pedal That Rocks the World, a definitive documentary that tells the story of the #1-selling effects pedal of all time, from its invention in 1966 through its evolution into the present day. The effect was an essential ingredient in [...]