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Archives for 2009
Chickenfoot wraps up tour with surprise guest, looks towards the future
Drummer Jason Bonham (son of Led Zeppelin's John Bonham) took over the drums for Chickenfoot's encore (with Chad Smith on guitar!) at the Las Vegas Hard Rock on Saturday, Dec. 5th. "Rock 'n' Roll," "Star-Spangled Banner", and the group-participation-drum-mayhem were a fitting end to Chickenfoot's last show of the tour. Chickenfoot's 2010 Plans: As for Chickenfoot's plans … [Read more...]
Rock veterans team up to form energized, inspired Chickenfoot
From Las Vegas Review Journal: Dec. 04, 2009 It was the rare encore that marked a beginning rather than an end. And 21 months later, it's still going on, in a way. Back in February 2008, Sammy Hagar ended a show in The Pearl at the Palms by inviting a few of his running buddies -- former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith and … [Read more...]
Kenny Chesney Jams With Sammy Hagar in Vegas
From TheBoot.com: One could only imagine the collective gasp of millions of heartbroken fans all across the country earlier this year, when Kenny Chesney announced he wouldn't be touring in 2010. But last Friday night on the Las Vegas Strip, there was a collective gasp of quite a different kind, when Kenny strolled onstage unexpectedly in the middle of someone's show. Robin … [Read more...]
Neil Zlozower L.A. book signing this Saturday
Famous rock photographer Neil Zlozower will be at Mr. Music Gallery in Los Angeles this Saturday, Dec. 5th from 2-6pm to sign copies of his latest book, Six-String Heroes. Zlozower is the author of Van Halen: A Visual History, 1978-1984, the definitive Van Halen hardcover coffee table photo book. The 232 page treasure is jam packed with hundreds of classic and never before … [Read more...]
Glee cast covers Van Halen’s “Jump”
The cast of Glee covers the Van Halen classic, "Jump". … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s artwork
From DavidLeeRoth.com: David Lee Roth has recently released dozens of his own drawings and artwork, which he calls "authentic originals and incompetent imitations." He offers them up as, "An official answer to the question 'what do you do in your spare time?'" The Van Halen frontman always been into art. Throughout his whole life, while touring the world, you could find … [Read more...]
Van Halen songs in the movies
The following is a list of all the Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Sammy Hagar songs that were featured in movies throughout the years. A "*" indicates that the song was released on the official soundtrack for the film. Thanks to Dave Vincent and to the Van Halen Encyclopedia for this list. This is as complete of a list as we can come up with. Can anyone add to this list? … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony interview with Ultimate Guitar
From UltimateGuitar.com: Michael Anthony: 'It Is An Unusual Mix Of Characters That Make Up This Band' Chickenfoot are comprised of former Van Halen and Montrose vocalist Sammy Hagar, Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith, former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony and world renowned electric guitarist Joe Satriani. The group is already being hailed as one of the most … [Read more...]
Official Chickenfoot Tour Merchandise
All the Official Tour Merchandise from everyone's favorite NEW rock 'n' roll band is now available at Van Halen Store! All items are in stock and shipping now. Chickenfoot Hoodie $39.95 SOLD OUT! Chickenfoot Longsleeve Shoulder Logo $24.95 M, L, XL, 2XL Chickenfoot Jammin' Tee $19.95 M, L, 2XL Chickenfoot White Logo Tour … [Read more...]
Gibson article about the early years of Van Halen
From Gibson.com. [The PHOTO of young Alex and Eddie Van Halen is from the (out of print) Official Van Halen magazine, The Inside.] The Early Years of Van Halen: A Paper Route, a High School Essay, and a Couple of Lucky Breaks Jerry McCulley | 01.23.2008 It took a decade of false starts, misfires, and acrimony, but David Lee Roth’s return to Van Halen after a … [Read more...]
Miniature Chickenfoot Bass Replicas
These Miniature Chickenfoot Bass Replicas are officially licensed reproductions of the two bass guitars that Michael Anthony currently plays on stage with Chickenfoot. Available at Van Halen Store. Scale: 1:4 Height: 10.5" tall Color: White with Black Chickenfoot logo Includes: Adjustable Display Stand The replicas were created exclusively for Mad Anthony by Axe Heaven … [Read more...]