During the 2011 Grammys at The Staples Center in Los Angeles, Foster and Bob The Blade ask Robbie Krieger from The Doors about his favorite guitarists and favorite guitar solos. Ed talk starts at 1:10. Robbie Krieger: "I love ["Eruption"]. I think Van Halen in underrated. He came up with a whole new thing and a lot of people copy him and he was the originator." And … [Read more...]
Archives for 2011
Gary Cherone’s new band’s CD, HURTSMILE, released today
Former Van Halen singer Gary Cherone has teamed up with his brother Mark to write his most succinct record to date, which is released today, February 15th. The self-titled, HURTSMILE hits you like a raw sonic sucker punch to the face! Hurtsmile is a powerful guitar-driven rock 'n' roll album. From the opening buzz saw riff of “Just War Theory” to the epic finale of ”Slave” … [Read more...]
Chickenfoot checks in with some video & photos
Mike, Sammy, Joe, and Chad take a moment while recording the new album to check in and talk about recording, burgers, Ric Flair and sing some Little Richard. Chickenfoot have been in the studio working on the follow-up to their hugely successful debut CD and after only two weeks have already recorded a dozen tracks! The band are working with Mike Fraser at Sammy … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s “Nothing But Yeah!” Zen of Life
"Diamond" David Lee Roth. Rock 'n' Roll frontman. Kung Fu sage. Living, breathing action figure. As the quarterback for legendary bad boy rock band Van Halen, a successful solo artist, music video pioneer, best selling author, and world traveler, "Diamond" David Lee Roth has led the life that most folks only dream of and has gone places most people will never go, even in their … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen’s Frankenstein on cover of Guitar Legends “Most Iconic guitars” issue
Besides making into the Smithsonian, Edward Van Halen's homemade Frankenstein guitar made it onto the cover of the latest Guitar Legends issue, "100 Of The World's Most Iconic Guitars." Here's an small excerpt from the extensive article: Should Edward Van Halen ever decide to auction off his original Frankenstein guitar, conservative estimates are that it will set an … [Read more...]
National Museum of American History Receives Eddie Van Halen’s “Frankenstein Replica” Guitar
Sammy Hagar discusses Chickenfoot’s recording process
Matt Warnock from Guitar International conducted an interview with Sammy Hagar this past weekend. Here's a couple of excerpts below. Guitar International: You've been recording the new album with CHICKENFOOT for about a week now. How's it going so far? Sammy Hagar: We started last Saturday — it's a week today. Seven days and you ain't gonna believe it, but we've got … [Read more...]
Special Guest Michael Anthony Plays With ROTUS In Anaheim Tonight
Van Halen fans in or near Anaheim, check this out! Michael Anthony will be joining his future son-in-law Billy on stage TONIGHT (Saturday, Feb. 4th) at the House Of Blues. Billy's band ROTUS takes the stage at 9pm. Tickets are $15 at the door, or just $10 here. … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony “Excited to Hear” News of Van Halen Recording
From ABC News Radio: Former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony says he's "excited" that his former band are releasing new material. Producer John Shanks recently tweeted the message "Here we go kids...VH," signifying that the band is finally starting to record a new album. Anthony said, "I'm looking forward to seeing what they'll do," adding that he has "no hard feelings" … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar, The Red Rocker Gives Back; Charity Work Featured In New Video
After forty years, Sammy and his Redheads are still just getting started. Here's a brief look at some of the charity work that is near and dear to his heart. Hagar will release his autobiography, titled "Red: My Uncensored Life In Rock", on March 15. Hagar is currently in the studio with Chickenfoot recording their second album. … [Read more...]
The story behind the classic 1980 David Lee Roth poster by Helmut Newton
When Van Halen's Women And Children First was released on March 26th, 1980, a three-foot black and white poster of David Lee Roth, bound to a chain-link fence, was included in the first million pressings. The photograph was taken by famed fashion photographer Helmut Newton. It was used for shock value. Many fans are unaware of the story behind this very rare, classic … [Read more...]
Mashup: Lady Gaga vs. Van Halen
Mash-up by Jonny Dex / Art Dust Productions: Lady Van HaGaga performing "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Poker" (Van Halen's "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love" & Lady Gaga's "Poker Face") … [Read more...]