Who better to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the world’s longest running festival than with the world’s greatest front man? David Lee Roth joined Dutch trance DJ Armin van Buuren in front of 60,000 screaming fans at the recent 2019 Pinkpop Festival in Landgraaf, Netherlands. The two joined forces on stage for a live performance of van Buuren’s recent re-mix of the … [Read more...]
The Greatness Of Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ Explained
This is fantastic. Our favorite musical mechanic, Rick Beato, has gone under the hood once more to reveal a close-up look at the lean, mean engine of classic Van Halen. This time around he decided to dissect the many parts that make up the band’s classic hit single “Jump”. Beato is a musician/producer who has a long-running popular podcast series called “What Makes This … [Read more...]
Watch Van Halen LIVE in Las Vegas, May 15th, 1984 (35th Anniversary of this Rare Footage)
35 years ago today, Van Halen’s 1984 tour rolled through Las Vegas. Through the miracle of technology, we can watch some of that show on video! That’s right, someone in the audience smuggled in a shoulder-mounted VHS camera, and managed to record 41 minutes of the band’s sold out performance at the Thomas & Mack Center, which includes the first nine songs, and the drum … [Read more...]
Watch Chevy Metal’s All Van Halen Set at BeachLife Festival
Chevy Metal’s Taylor Hawkins and his Van Halen cover band at BeachLife Festival Who wouldn't want to throw on a Van Halen t-shirt, some leopard skin pants, jump onstage with their friends, and perform an all-Van Halen set in front of a huge crowd on the beach during a beautiful day? That's exactly what Foo Fighter drummer, Taylor Hawkins got to do over the weekend. His … [Read more...]
‘Lost Weekend’ Van Halen Documentary Coming Soon!
In 1984, two friends from small town Pennsylvania win an MTV contest and the chance to party with Van Halen for 48 Hours. And 35 years later, a short (14 minute) documentary about that legendary "lost weekend" has been completed! The guys who brought you GLOW: The Story of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling have a new short film premiering at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival. … [Read more...]
Watch The New Roth Show ‘Bad Bunny Pot Sex…’ (Updated)
Updated with Part 2, below. David Lee Roth wants your attention. How do we know? He’s wearin’ a bunny suit. That’s how we know...so pay attention! A brand new episode of The New Roth Show is up. “I only wear the bunny suit when I need to get attention. When somebody’s not paying attention and I’ll tell ya how I got started with it,” said Roth donning a bunny suit and a … [Read more...]
R.I.P. Russ: David Lee Roth Shares His Beautiful Sendoff For His Best Friend
David Lee Roth’s best friend has passed away. Russell, a twelve-year-old Australian Cattle Dog, was Dave’s unrivaled loyal sidekick, living together, touring together, and seeing the world together. Russ accompanied Dave to every city Van Halen performed at on the last two tours, including even Japan and Australia. Russ was mentioned countless times on The Roth Show, and his … [Read more...]
‘The New Roth Show’ Episodes 3- 5, Now With Video
Three new episodes of The Roth Show have been released recently. Episode 5 includes live video. Enjoy! The New Roth Show, Episode 3: Let's go to Vegas... Dave goes to Vegas The plan Perfect combination the Roth Report (Food news and cannabis reviews) The New Roth Show, Episode 4: The Roth Report: Pot Shop Donut Stop… Vidalia Roscoe Blvd … [Read more...]
Watch The Circle Cover Van Halen Songs on Opening Night
'The Circle' launched their new tour at The Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada Friday night and packed the set list with Van Halen classics, including a rarely performed track off of Van Halen’s 1995 album, Balance. Sammy Hagar and his band featuring Michael Anthony (bass), Jason Bonham (drums) and Vic Johnson (guitar) are out on the road promoting their upcoming debut … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Performs Van Halen Classics With Corey Taylor And John 5
Rob Zombie, Michael Anthony, Corey Taylor, John 5 & Fred Coury last night at the Whisky. Michael Anthony made a surprise appearance at L.A.’s Whisky a Go Go with John 5 and The Creatures last night and played a set of Van Halen classics for a delighted audience. The night’s promo poster promised “Some VERY special celebrity guests” and it certainly lived up to the … [Read more...]
Unearthed Footage: Van Halen Kick Off First Headlining Tour!
40 years ago today, Van Halen kicked off their first headlining tour. And now, finally, ALL of of the audience-filmed footage from the first night is available online, for the first time! Watch this footage below, some of which has never been seen before! On March 25th 1979, two days after the release of their second album, Van Halen kicked off their very first headlining … [Read more...]
Home Video From Eddie Van Halen’s Birthday Party
Here's a little home video from Eddie Van Halen's birthday party at his house last weekend! This home video is courtesy of Susan Holmes Mckagan (Duff McKagan's wife). View this post on Instagram Happy Birthday #EVH !!!We LoVE You! Killer nt w @officialduffmckagan celebratin’ your bday ??????#comedians ?#salsadancinglessons ????and #cake ?oh my ? @janievanhalne … [Read more...]