David Lee Roth explains the process behind his mostly a cappella recording of Pharrell Williams' Happy which can be heard in this episode of The Roth Show. … [Read more...]
Let’s Make a Deal!—Alex Van Halen’s Crazy Cash for Locks Program
Happy Birthday, Alex Van Halen! For his birthday today, we've got a never-seen photo and never-heard crazy story from the band's 5150 tour! Many people don't realize that Alex Van Halen has always been the biggest prankster in the band. He was arguably the most wild and out of control during the band's 1986 5150 tour—he even shaved his head, as seen in the photo … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth & Horiyoshi III Doin’ The Breakfast Show
"Greetings from Yokohama; Horiyoshi III and me doin' The Breakfast Show." Dave sends us a very cool little video direct from Horiyoshi III's studio in Yokohama, Japan, where he is getting a new Tattoo from the master, who specializing in Japanese traditional full-body tattoos. Check out Dave's extensive new ink, which he mentions in the song, embedded above. Dave plays … [Read more...]
VHND’s All Access Photo: Alex Chained
Alex Van Halen chained up! What do you think he did to deserve this? Another never-seen shot from Neil Zlozower. “All Access” Photos is a weekly feature at VHND.com. Every weekend we feature a photo from a roadie, friend, or band insider. Many are never-seen-before exclusives. Tune in every weekend for more! … [Read more...]
Zappa Plays Zappa Performs Van Halen’s “Eruption” & “Somebody Get Me A Doctor”
Zappa Plays Zappa performs Van Halen's "Eruption" and "Somebody Get Me A Doctor" on the Main Stage at Gathering of the Vibes Music and Art Festival, held at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Of course, Dweezil Zappa has always been a huge VH fan. Watch him tell his funny tale of meeting Edward Van Halen for the very first time, when Dweezil was a teenager HERE. … [Read more...]
Sebastian Bach on Van Halen, Bootlegs and Critical Fans
Multi-platinum rocker Sebastian Bach returns with a new solo album aptly titled “Give ‘Em Hell.” In two new interviews, Bach talks about his love for Van Halen and bootlegs of Van Halen, and has some valid complaints about how, with the advent of YouTube and cell phones, rock fans are more critical now than they ever were. He says that sites like YouTube have upped the pressure … [Read more...]
AC/DC + Van Halen Mashup — ‘The Devil’s Highway’
A rockin' AC/DC & Van Halen Mashup! AC/DC's "Highway To Hell" and Van Halen's "Runnin’ With The Devil", "I’m The One," "And The Cradle Will Rock," and "Eruption." Mashup by Wax Audio. Originally available on Mashopolos II - The Mashening (2009): … [Read more...]
Gary Cherone’s Hurtsmile to release new record ‘Retrogrenade’
Former Van Halen singer Gary Cherone's band HURTSMILE is back with their second album, ‘Retrogranade,’ set for release on June 2 through PledgeMusic.com, with a public release to follow. Available now at Pledgemusic.com, is a free download of the single “Rock & Roll Cliché.” Following up their 2011 self-titled debut, the band’s second release 'Retrogranade’' pays … [Read more...]
VHND’s All Access Photo: Van Halens Backstage at Black Sabbath Concert Last Night
Eddie, Alex, and Wolfgang Van Halen with Tony Iommi backstage at the Black Sabbath concert last night at the Hollywood Bowl! "Had an amazing time last night at the Sabbath show." —Wolfgang “All Access” Photos is a weekly feature at VHND.com. Every weekend we feature a photo from a roadie, friend, or band insider. Many are never-seen-before exclusives. Tune in every … [Read more...]
17-year-old Guitarist Shreds Van Halen!
More proof that the young generation isn't hopeless! The Van Halen News Desk was recently tipped off to this young guitarist who's done a lot of Van Halen covers on YouTube. Wow, is this kid good, and it sure looks like he's having fun! Jacob Deraps is a 17-year-old Canadian who is, shall we say, very glad he discovered Van Halen. After we were blown away by his videos, we just … [Read more...]
Van Halen at Mississippi River Jam ’78
On this day in 1978, Van Halen performed at the Mississippi River Jam! The Quad-City Times dug up some forgotten photos from the 1978 Mississippi River Jam, which was held July 16th, 1978, on Credit Island (an island in the Mississippi River on the southwest side of Davenport, Iowa, within the Quad Cities area). The bands performing were—in order—Van Halen, Journey, the Atlanta … [Read more...]
Naturally 7 and David Lee Roth Gettin’ “Happy” Backstage in Tokyo (Video)
David Lee Roth attended Naturally 7's performance which took place Sunday night in Tokyo. He visited them backstage, and it looks like they have some fun! Watch them sing "Happy" in the video above. Below is Naturally 7's performance on the Arsenio Hall Show from April 4th, 2014. They blew everyone away with their powerful, a cappella performance of “Keep the Customer … [Read more...]