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 done. If so, get me a recording of it! Anyhow, a couple of tone bloodhounds … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2010
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 … [Read more...]
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 feels great to give a big check to … [Read more...]
“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 blurted, “Van Halen circa the 1984 album!” Reasons for this … [Read more...]
HUGE VAN HALEN UPDATE: Van Halen’s 2011 Plans and The TRUTH Behind The Rumors
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, and that they want to tour behind new material. Eddie Van Halen has been very busy during … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Striped Flip Flops Now Available!
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 striped Frankenstein guitar, White with … [Read more...]
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. … [Read more...]
“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 creation, the Street Quad. Power for the … [Read more...]
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 see you from the studio in the 2011!" … [Read more...]