Good news: Ed has apparently finished his stint in rehab. From a press release: Rock Legend Eddie Van Halen to Serve as Honorary Race Official For SUBWAY Fresh Fit 500â„¢ Van Halen to Unveil Limited Edition Fender® Stratocaster® Guitar Presented to Race Winner Phoenix International Raceway President Bryan R. Sperber has announced that rock superstar Eddie Van Halen … [Read more...]
Archives for 2007
Father Wolfie Knows Best
Good news for everyone who thought having Wolfgang Van Halen replace Michael Anthony was a bad idea. From Blabbermouth.net: Wolfgang Van Halen, the 16-year-old son of VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen and the projected replacement for VH bassist Michael Anthony, has told People magazine that he isn't disappointed there will be no VAN HALEN tour this summer following his … [Read more...]
New Eddie magazine cover
Ross Halfin has posted at his website some of his recent magazine-cover work, which includes the above Eddie Van Halen shot. Some of you may recognize the image from a shoot Ross did back in December. Still no word on how Ed's doing in rehab, or what the band's current plans are. I would imagine we'll be hearing something whenever Ed gets out of rehab. Here's hoping things … [Read more...]
Mike and Sam Rock Hall Q&A
Mike and Sam appeared in the press room after accepting their Rock Hall trophies, and answered some questions. Here are some highlights: Mike, after being asked why he wasn't invited to participate in the now-postponed summer reunion tour with Dave: "I don't know. I'm here. I'm ready to play. The people wanna hear it. Sammy and I are out there giving the fans what they … [Read more...]
Van Halen inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Couple of things: Though a glorious invention, the Internet can sometimes be a pain in the ass. Translation: We originally did not catch Mike's initial words during his acceptance speech last night, which were a personal message to Eddie. They are now included in the transcript below. Streaming video of specific segments from the ceremony are now available on demand via … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s Rock Hall induction is tonight
Those with VH1 Classic can watch tonight's ceremony live starting at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Those without can watch it live online HERE. And those who want to wait can watch a two-hour edited version that premieres on VH1 this Saturday (3/17). As it stands now, it looks like Sammy and Mike are the only two members expected to be on hand. Velvet Revolver will … [Read more...]
Ed Heads into Rehab … At Last
Eddie's getting sober. We could not be more relieved. We love the man, and it has pained us to see him on a downward spiral. From VH's official website: I would like Van Halen fans to know how much I truly appreciate each and every one of you. Without you there is no Van Halen. I have always and will always feel a responsibility to give you my best. At the moment I do … [Read more...]
Band name: two words, starts with ‘V’ …
"And now, ladies and gentlemen, in honor of their induction tonight into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, please welcome to the stage ... VVVVVVVaaaan ... er, uh ... ahem ... I mean, VVVVVVelvet Revolver!" So here's how next Monday's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony is shaping up: Sammy, Mike and Dave are expected to attended. Conflicting reports in recent days have … [Read more...]
Condolences to Sammy
Sam's mom, Gladys Hagar, passed away last week at age 84. Our thoughts go out to Sam and his family. Those interested can read more about Gladys's life here. … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony checks in
Michael Anthony---you know, the happy-go-lucky, fan-friendly, well-adjusted, ex-Van Halen member whose bass-playing, on-stage presence, stellar background vocals and overall energy helped make Van Halen the great band it once was?---has posted a new entry at his blog: Hey everyone! I thought I would post a little update as to what I've been up to. Last Fri. one of my dreams … [Read more...]
Ed and Al talk to Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone has posted some audio clips of an interview RS reporter Brian Hiatt conducted with Eddie and Alex a few weeks back, when the summer reunion tour with Dave was still "on." Among the things the brothers discuss are: what they thought upon hearing that they'd been nominated to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. what their plans are for performing at the … [Read more...]
Eddie ‘somewhere between Axl Rose and Michael Jackson’
The most insightful article about "The Reunion Tour That Almost Was" comes from L.A. Times reporter Greg Boucher. Highlights: The Van Halen tour has been "shut down," according to a top official at Live Nation, the huge concert promoter that finally surrendered in the face of the chaos surrounding guitar hero Eddie Van Halen. Roth, meanwhile, says he is unsure whether the … [Read more...]