Here's something different! There's a newly released book which Sammy Hagar calls "A MUST-READ for Redheads." "DANCE OF THE ELECTRIC HUMMINGBIRD: An Ordinary Woman's Accidental Journey to Enlightenment, the Supernatural, and Rock Star Sammy Hagar" by Pat Walker. The original cover artwork is by Aaron Hagar. "Pat Walker takes to heart the same type of messages I try to … [Read more...]
Archives for 2011
Van Halen Never Slated to Appear on the Grammys – Mystery Band Was The Beach Boys All Along!
Today we are hearing some very interesting things that explains why, to the disappointment of many fans, Van Halen didn't appear at the Grammy nominations concert last night. There's a pretty good reason for this, and it's that Van Halen wasn't the mystery band in the first place! Immediately after the show last night, the L.A. Times spoke to their sources close to the show … [Read more...]
Duped By The Grammys?
Rampant rumors have Van Halen making an appearance at the Grammy Nominations Concert tonight to announce their forthcoming album and tour. It was the Grammy's themselves who started the rumor. Yet some of our sources have been telling us that they can't confirm the rumored appearance, and others have flat out told us that it was never anything but a rumor in the first … [Read more...]
Readers of Rolling Stone Select Ten Favorite Van Halen Songs
Rolling Stone just released another Van Halen related Top Ten List. This list, however, was put together by their readers, so it's not merely one person's opinion, or a small group's opinions, but rather, a list of what rock fans, in general, think about Van Halen songs. (Or at least what RollingStone.com readers think, in general). From Rolling Stone: The last two … [Read more...]
Rolling Stone’s New “100 Greatest Guitarists” List: Eddie Van Halen
There's nothing like a good list to spark a little debate and controversy among rock fans. Last week, Rolling Stone unveiled their newest 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time list. How did they decide the list? They "assembled a panel of top guitarists and other experts to rank their favorites and explain what separates the legends from everyone else." (Featuring Keith … [Read more...]
“Edward Van Halen: A Definitive Biography” Now In Stock & Shipping
A new, incredible Van Halen book has just been released and is now in stock & shipping at VanHalenStore.com - Edward Van Halen: A Definitive Biography. This is it! The definitive and very detailed biography of the most famous and influential living guitarist. VanHalenStore.com proclaims this book to be one of the few MUST-HAVE books on Van Halen! In July of 1984, … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Debuts “Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum”
Hagar was at the Hard Rock Honolulu last week, promoting his new spirit, Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum, distilled on Maui. It is currently available for sale only in Hawaii, but Hagar plans to expand distribution to the rest of the U.S. starting in Spring 2012. Also, he says, plans are in the works to create a pineapple-infused rum and an aged dark rum. From Honolulu … [Read more...]
Van Halen Hoodies & Beanies
Keep Warm & Look Cool in Van Halen Hoodies & Beanies! Van Halen Winter Gear is in such demand that Van halen Store has created a new apparel category, Hoodies & Beanies. Frankenstein Guitar w/ Stars Zip Hoodie $59.95 sizes M, L, XL, XXL Women's Vintage Eagle Hoodie $55 sizes S, M, L Vintage Eagle Hoodie $59 sizes L, … [Read more...]
Photo Gallery: Eddie Van Halen Guitar World Covers Throughout the Years
From Guitar World: We recently asked you to guess which artist has made the most Guitar World cover appearances. You guessed Jimi Hendrix -- but the correct answer is none other than Eddie Van Halen. Since 1981, Van Halen's likeness has appeared on the cover of Guitar World 26 times. That beats runner-up Jimmy Page by a whole four issues. Of course, this makes sense. … [Read more...]
Gear Spotlight: EVH Gear
From Guitar World: Recently, Chris Cannella from Fender stopped by Guitar World HQ to demonstrate some of the gems from Fender's EVH line. In the following videos, Chris shows off the features of a variety of EVH Wolfgang models, including the Special, Special Hardtail, Hardtail and Custom models, as well as giving us the low down on the new 5150 III 50-watt … [Read more...]
Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood Updates Giant Guitar To Eddie Van Halen’s Frankenstrat
. From Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood at Universal CityWalk's Facebook: If you haven't noticed all the great changes at HRC Universal, it is about time for you to come visit. Our patio's and entry were remodeled this summer, but the sweetest change of all is now complete. Our giant guitar has been updated to a replica of Eddie Van Halen's FRANKENSTRAT!!! … [Read more...]
Photo: Van Halen At The Roxy With New Record Label Interscope
. Van Halen is up to something... This Monday morning the VHND received emails from multiple sources saying that Van Halen was having their gear delivered to the famous ROXY club in Los Angeles that very day, complete with fake palm trees from Dave's house. The band was to shoot a video at the famous L.A. club that day. Then tonight, this very telling photo … [Read more...]