VAN HALEN NEWS DESK

Sammy’s new Cosmic Universal Fashion CD available for pre-order

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Multi-platinum Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar will release a new album on Loud & Proud Records on November 18. Cosmic Universal Fashion marks the first official release for Loud & Proud, a Roadrunner Records imprint focusing on established artists. The title track and first single, “Cosmic Universal Fashion”, was written as an [...]

Michael Anthony autograph session Friday, Aug. 22nd, at The Rock and Roll Emporium

Michael Anthony Jack Daniel's Bass Miniature Replica

Michael Anthony will be signing autographs at The Rock and Roll Emporium, 205 Main Street in Downtown Huntington Beach Friday, August 22, 2008 at 5pm. Best know for his work as a founding member with Van Halen, Michael Anthony is currently promoting his newest projects including his line of tasty extra-hot sauces, and his collectible miniature replicas of his signature basses. To meet Michael Anthony and get an Autograph, you must have a ticket. Tickets will be available at The Rock and Roll Emporium starting Tuesday August 19th at 5pm. Your ticket is free with your purchase of one of Michael’s signature hot sauces and replica mini-bases. The Rock and Roll Emporium is a leading resource for those who love Rock-n-Roll and a major attraction for downtown Huntington Beach, CA – Surf City, USA. The store has collected authentic autographed guitars; drum heads, photos, collectibles and Rock & Roll-inspired apparel and accessories from many of the best-known and respected artists in the world.

Two new Van Halen books available now

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Two new Van Halen related books are being released right now. Here’s Van Halen Store’s email newsletter about them:

Is “Guitar Hero: Van Halen” next for Activision?

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From The Wall Street Journal. Aerosmith Stars in Guitar Hero Videogame Other Rock Groups Are Expected to Follow As Sales of Traditional CDs Continue to Slump By NICK WINGFIELD and ETHAN SMITH July 1, 2008 Guitar-heavy grooves have helped Aerosmith pack concert halls and sell more than 150 million albums during its nearly four-decade career. [...]

New Van Halen Shirts!

Wings Crest Shirt

Van Halen has just released two fantastic new shirts! Both are in stock & shipping now at Van Halen Store. Van Halen “Wings Crest” Shirt: Give yourself the royal treatment with this regal shirt, fit for a king! The heroic “Wings Crest” design features the original Van Halen logo, jazzed up with a royal crown [...]

Eddie Van Halen Signature Wah Pedal

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Introducing the NEW Jim Dunlop Eddie Van Halen Signature Wah Pedal, or simply, the “EVH Wah Wah“, is the latest offering by Jim Dunlop in the celebrated EVH Signature Series, developed after intensive design collaboration with the legendary guitarist. Early on in the process, Eddie handed over his “Holy Grail” Crybaby – a standard Crybaby [...]

Valerie Bertinelli dishes dirt in new tell-all book

Valerie Bertinelli: Losing It ... and Gaining My Life Back One Pound at a Time

Valerie Bertinelli: Losing It "¦ and Gaining My Life Back One Pound at a TimeUnless you’re living under a rock, you’re probably aware that Valerie Bertinelli—ex-wife of Eddie Van Halen and Mommy of Wolfgang Van Halen—has just released a new tell-all memoir.

Included below is the publisher’s description of the book, followed by several video clips of Val’s recent appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” during which she talks about, among other things, her relationship with Eddie.

(Those interested in picking up a copy of the book—hardcover or audio version—can grab one at VanHalenStore.com.)

From Simon & Schuster:

Losing It

Valerie Bertinelli, then: bubbly sitcom star and America’s Sweetheart turned tabloid headline and rock star wife. Now: actress, single working mother of teenage rock star, and weight-loss inspiration to millions.

We all knew and loved Valerie Bertinelli years ago when she played girl-next-door cutie Barbara Cooper in the hit TV show One Day at a Time, and then starred in numerous TV movies. From wholesome primetime in America’s living rooms, Valerie moved to late nights with the hardest-partying band of the decadent eighties when she became, at twenty, wife to rock guitarist Eddie Van Halen. Losing It is Valerie’s frank account of her life backstage and in the spotlight.

Guitar World, Modern Drummer, 2008 Tour and more

Alex Van Halen on the cover of Modern Drummer

The latest communique from the Van Halen camp:

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ED AND WOLFGANG VAN HALEN TALK SHOP WITH GUITAR WORLD
“I couldn’t wait for the day I’d be able to make music with my son.” – EDWARD VAN HALEN

(Los Angeles, CA) January 27, 2008 – As VAN HALEN prepared to kick off the second leg of their incredibly successful tour, EDDIE and WOLFGANG VAN HALEN recently sat down to talk to Guitar World in the magazine’s first ever father and son cover story.

Among the topics discussed are the ins and outs of playing VAN HALEN music live, how WOLFGANG came into the band, what it’s like for a 16-year old to play on some of the biggest stages in the world and much more!

Eddie and Wolf on Guitar World cover

Eddie Van Halen and Wolfgang Van Halen on the cover of Guitar World

Eddie and Wolfgang are featured on the cover of the April 2008 issue of Guitar World Magazine. A father-and-son interview will appear in the mag, as will a story on the 30th anniversary of Van Halen’s 1978 debut album.

Zloz hypes ‘Van Halen: A Visual History, 1978-1984’

Remember that Van Halen photo book we told you about a while back? Well, here’s a little preview from the book’s creator, legendary rock photographer Neil Zlozower … This book is awesome. Detailed info about the book is available here.

New Van Halen books hitting the shelves

The Van Halen Saga, by Ian Christe

Two books we’re sure you guys are gonna want to know about: First up is “Everybody Wants Some: The Van Halen Saga,” by Ian Christe, a noted rock writer who also penned “Sound of the Beast: The Complete Headbanging History of Heavy Metal.” Pictured above, the book is a hardcover that tells the band’s story [...]

Sammy unveils new Cabo Wabo merch

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Sammy has issued a slew of new Cabo Wabo merchandise. You can check it out here (or by clicking on the image above).