Joseph Corlett, a 56-year-old student at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan, wrote about his teacher in a thesis based on the 1984 song "Hot for Teacher" by Van Halen. Corlett was expelled and was told to get counseling. Now he's suing. From Detriot Free Press: An Oakland University student kicked out of school after writing an essay titled "Hot for Teacher" is … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2013
20 Years Ago Today: Van Halen Release ‘III’
Today marks the 20th anniversary of Van Halen III, the only Van Halen album with Gary Cherone at the vocal helm. The album was released in the U.S. on 03/17/98 and in Japan about a week earlier. It was certified gold on 08/19/98. Over 550,000 copies have been sold in the U.S. The cover was picked by Alex, who considered it extremely funny. Mike Post was picked by Gary to … [Read more...]
VHND’s All Access Photo: Wolfie’s Birthday Party
This week's All Access Photo comes from Wolfgang's 22nd birthday party last night. The picture, featuring Eddie and Wolf, was posted on Instagram by Tremonti's Eric Friedman. Below are a few more photos from Wolfie's special day. “All Access” Van Halen photos is a new weekly feature at VHND.com . Every weekend we will be posting a photo from a roadie, friend, or … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday, Wolfgang Van Halen!
Wolfgang William Van Halen turns 22 years old today (born March 16, 1991). The Eddie Van Halen instrumental “316" was named in his honor, after Wolfgang’s birthday date. Named after the classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, he is the son of Van Halen guitarist Eddie Van Halen and actress Valerie Bertinelli, and the nephew of Van Halen drummer Alex Van Halen. Like … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Van Halen Movie Tribute Video Compilation
This is awesome. Watch this fun video montage of many VAN HALEN songs and references in the movies. A MUST-SEE! Creator Brian Bernhardt: "This is a fairly thorough compilation of Van Halen references that have appeared in movies over the years. Hope fans of the band enjoy it! I know there are other references out their that I did not include. Here's to Van Halen!!!!" Movies … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen to play guitar on one track from LL Cool J’s new album
Breaking news from the Van Halen News Desk: The EVH/LL mystery is (mostly) solved! Finally, the explanation for the first and second photos recently posted by both Eddie Van Halen and LL Cool J; one of the tracks on the LL Cool J's new album will in fact feature Eddie Van Halen on guitar! What an unexpected collaboration! LL Cool J revealed this tonight at a concert … [Read more...]
Van Halen Australia Concert Promo Videos & Posters
Van Halen will headline Australia’s Stone Music Festival at Sydney’s ANZ Stadium April 20th (Billy Joel is headling the second night, on April 21st). This huge festival gig will be "Van Halen's only show" down under. This will be the first time Van Halen performed there since 1998, and the first time ever with David Lee Roth. Below are videos and posters that promote the … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen involved in LL Cool J’s “Authentic” album
UPDATE 3/15/13: Read the answer to the mystery HERE. Guitar legend Eddie Van Halen and hip hop legend LL Cool J jointly released the above photo today at noon. The only accompanying text was "AUTHENTIC 4/30/13". The only thing we know about this is that "Authentic" is the name of LL Cool J's new album, which is to be released on April 30th. On March 4th, the two … [Read more...]
Each member of Adrenaline Mob comments on recording Van Halen’s “Romeo Delight”
All of the members of Adrenaline Mob are huge Van Halen fans and covered "Romeo Delight" latest album "Coverta", which was released March 12th in the US. The following videos feature behind the scenes footage of the guys recording the song talking about Van Halen down at Sonic Stomp Studios. (We featured a 3-minute sample of their version of "Romeo Delight" here). Guitarist … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s Tokyo Hi-Power Style Radio Show, Episode 2
Direct links: Episode #1 Episode #2 (new) Diamond Dave takes over the airwaves in Tokyo! David Lee Roth doesn't sit still. Hes' always busy, and lately he's cooking a lot of rice in Japan. He's been busy with his martial arts training. When Eddie Van Halen got sick last Summer, Dave sent him some well wishes from Japan. Around that time, he helped put together a Van … [Read more...]
Van Halen Manager Irving Azoff Shoots Down European Tour Rumors
From Billboard: Van Halen European Tour Not Happening, Says Irving Azoff Comments by Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth that the band will tour Europe beginning late this year are incorrect, according to Irving Azoff, manager for founders Alex and Eddie Van Halen and bassist Wolfgang Van Halen. In comments picked up by multiple media outlets, Roth said on the Sirius Opie … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth on Opie & Anthony: Complete Interview & Highlights
Opie & Anthony talk with David Lee Roth yesterday proved to be quite a treat for Van Halen fans. Watch a 5-minute clip above, and/or listen to the full 2-hour interview below. Additionally, here's a transcription of some of the highlights, courtasy of EddieTrunk.com: Roth discussing how the members of Van Halen are getting along and is there any conflict?: “There is … [Read more...]