"I know what you're thinkin' What you're thinkin' is easy to see I know what you're dreamin' I have those same dreams" -David Lee Roth, "Me Wise Magic" lyrics, 1996 Van Halen fans got something very unexpected Tuesday, when Rolling Stone released their new interview with David Lee Roth. Roth is uncharacteristically open and sheds light on the current state of Van Halen, … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth on Michael Anthony: “One of the Greatest High Tenor Voices Ever”
David Lee Roth praised ex-Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony Tuesday in an interview with Rolling Stone: "But Ed has his own vision, I’m assuming. We haven’t really been able to speak about it and it’s a disappointment, just as not having a chance for a reunion of the original band. Clearly, vocals are every bit as much a component of success as a rhythm section or a guitar … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Vents About Van Halen’s Future (NEW Rolling Stone interview)
From Rolling Stone: . By Steve Baltin February 12, 2013 1:55 PM ET . David Lee Roth is unquestionably one of the most colorful and dynamic frontmen in the history of rock music – and that extends to his epic interviews as well. Diamond Dave may not say much these days, but when he decides to open up, very little is off limits. Last week Roth, who is doing a new … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen at NAMM 2013 (Photos & Video)
The following video and photos of Eddie Van Halen are from yesterday (Wed, Jan 23rd) at the 2013 NAMM show. More details coming soon. From iheartguitarblog.com: I just got back from the Fender party here at NAMM (where I -- briefly, I'll admit -- met Eddie Van Halen!!!), and I happened to spy these beauties... Not only are the guitars cool, but check out the … [Read more...]
Van Halen Tops Guitar World’s ‘Top 50 Albums of 2012’!
Guitar World's STAFF has chosen VAN HALEN"S 'A Different Kind Of Truth' as the #1 album of the year! From Guitar World: From an impending apocalypse to the promise of a new Van Halen album with David Lee Roth, the bar was set high for 2012. Everyone from the Mayans to Nostradamus allegedly prophesied the end of the world in 2012, but who could have predicted Green Day's … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Poses By Giant Frankenstrat at CityWalk
Tonight (Dec. 9th), Wolfgang Van Halen tweeted a photo of Eddie Van Halen posing next to the giant replica of his Frankenstein guitar at the Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood at Universal CityWalk. Wolf said Ed hadn't seen it before today. Looks like they had a nice time! Last November, the Hard Rock updated their giant guitar to a replica of Eddie Van Halen's … [Read more...]
New Audio Interview with Wolfgang Van Halen
Wolfgang Van Halen was interviewd by Mick Burgess from Metal Express Radio on Oct 15th while he was on a short UK tour with Tremonti Project. Wolf talks about how he landed the gig with Mark Tremonti, the current and future situation with Van Halen, and Wolfgang doing backing vocals for Halestorm's latest release. Regarding Eddie Van Halen recovering from surgery for a … [Read more...]
Colon Eruption: Stay Strong, Eddie Van Halen
From The Atlantic.com: Just months after releasing his first album with David Lee Roth in almost 30 years, Eddie Van Halen required emergency surgery for a bowel infection. The world's greatest Dutch-American guitarist is once again unwell. From the band's official statement: Eddie Van Halen underwent an emergency surgery for a severe bout of diverticulitis. No further … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Update From CNN
From CNN: Eddie Van Halen is home recovering from surgery. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame guitarist had an operation for diverticulitis, an inflammation and infection of the intestines. According to a rep for the rock group Van Halen, the guitarist first developed the condition while on tour. When he came off the road, he had a serious flare-up. Eddie Van Halen … [Read more...]
Statement From Eddie Van Halen
This statement just in from the Van Halen camp: "Eddie Van Halen underwent an emergency surgery for a severe bout of Diverticulitis. No further surgeries are needed and a full recovery is expected within 4 - 6 months. Van Halen's scheduled November 2012 tour of Japan is currently being rescheduled and the band looks forward to seeing and playing for their fans in 2013." … [Read more...]
Voice Teacher Peter Strobl on Coaching, Technique and Working with Wolfgang Van Halen
Freelance writer Alison Richter interviewed Wolfgang's vocal coach, Peter Strobl. All the Van Halen content is below. For the entire interview, see Examiner.com. The human voice is our most widely used instrument, and one we don’t often care for properly. From public speaking to fronting a band, voices take abuse on a daily basis, and with neglect, the damage may become … [Read more...]
Steve Vai Discusses His Albums with David Lee Roth & Van Halen’s ‘A Different Kind Of Truth’
Justin Tedaldi at Examiner.com is a die-hard Van Halen fan and avid VHND reader who, over the weekend, spent an hour talking with Steve Vai for an exclusive Q&A. Steve was gracious enough to open up about the albums he recorded with David Lee Roth (Eat 'Em and Smile & Skyscraper), the time he and Eddie Van Halen jammed with Frank Zappa, and his thoughts on Van Halen's … [Read more...]