Another Van Halen News Desk exclusive! Here's what we call "Top Down", written and performed by Eddie Van Halen in 1983. This track is part of the musical score from the movie The Wild Life, released in 1984. Eddie wrote the entire musical score for the movie, playing guitar along with his electronic drum machine. In the movie, the guys where blasting this song while … [Read more...]
VHND’s All Access Photo: Backstage Guitars
A never seen photo of the band's guitars backstage during the '82 Diver Down tour. Three rarely seen guitars of Ed's, one of Dave's and five of Michael's basses. “All Access” Van Halen photos is a weekly feature at VHND.com. Every weekend we will be posting a photo from a roadie, friend, or band insider. Many will be exclusives that have never been seen anywhere before. … [Read more...]
Steve Vai on Van Halen: “It is only the most elite of elite musicians whose unconventional approach becomes convention.”
"I first heard Van Halen on the radio at a party in college, and it sounded like electric adrenaline. When this sonic elixir hit the country, it unleashed hard rock hysteria. At that time, the identity of most drummers was buried in triggers and reverb. But when you heard Alex, his sound and energy were undeniable, and the tone quality of Michael Anthony’s background singing … [Read more...]
“Thanks for a great tour!” (New Video from David Lee Roth)
David Lee Roth just uploaded a new video which thanks us for another great tour. Likewise, we'd like to give Van Halen a very heartfelt thank you for a truly mind-blowing album and, as Dave said, another great tour in 2012-2013!! … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen To Be Featured In ‘Shades of Elvis’
Eddie Van Halen on the set of Shades of Elvis by photographer Christopher Ameruoso & Priscilla Presley. The above photo is an outtake from the 'Shades of Elvis' photo shoot Eddie Van Halen took part in today. We hear that the shots are amazing, and we can't wait to see the final shot selected for the book. Shades of Elvis is an upcoming photo book that will feature a … [Read more...]
VHND’s All Access Photo: Farmer Ed
Meanwhile in 1982, Eddie Van Halen takes a break from relentless touring to get a tractor ride in. Thankfully, a roadie took this picture and shared it with VHND. Never seen before! “All Access” Van Halen photos is a weekly feature at VHND.com. Every weekend we will be posting a photo from a roadie, friend, or band insider. Many will be exclusives that have never been seen … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen’s “The Wild Life” Music Score Unearthed!
"Out The Window" is a short (but epic!) piece of music - or rather, guitar squealing - written and performed by Eddie Van Halen. This track is part of the musical score from the movie The Wild Life, released in 1984. Eddie wrote the entire musical score for the movie, playing guitar with an electronic drum machine. We named this piece "Out The Window" because the main character … [Read more...]
EVH Striped iPhone Cases are now available!
Van Halen Store is excited to announce the new EVH Striped iPhone Cases! We expect these to be very popular, as Van Halen Store has received more requests for striped iPhone cases than any other item lately. Finally, they are here! Complement your iPhone with the iconic stripes of Eddie Van Halen's legendary guitar. *Slim hard shell with soft-touch exterior *Protects … [Read more...]
VHND’s All Access Photo: Young Van Halen Brothers At Home
Priceless photo of young Alex and Eddie Van Halen in their childhood home in Pasadena. Photo Credit: The Roth Show. “All Access” Van Halen photos is a weekly feature at VHND.com. Every weekend we will be posting a photo from a roadie, friend, or band insider. Many will be exclusives that have never been seen anywhere before, and some will be supplied with new captions … [Read more...]
Van Halen Rocks California (Photos, Videos, Setlist)
Van Halen played the California Mid-State Fair last night in Paso Robles, CA. Below are a few of the best YouTube videos that have surfaced (including part of soundcheck!), along with some photos from junebug5150 on Photobucket). During Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love, David Lee Roth told the audience, "This is our last show for awhile here in the United States." He also gave a … [Read more...]
Backstage Photos from Van Halen’s First US Show of 2013
Below are 4 photos from backstage at Saturday's Van Halen concert in Oshkosh, WI. David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen pose with Stephen Pearcy from Ratt. Related: Van Halen at Rock USA (Review, Photos, Setlist) … [Read more...]
Van Halen at Rock USA (Review, Photos, Setlist)
Van Halen headlined ROCK USA last night in front of 41,000 rock fans in Wisconsin. Here's a review and photos from the show! Rock USA: Van Halen Review Oshkosh didn’t seem to miss the Red Rocker on Saturday night as a David Lee Roth-led Van Halen hit the stage at Rock USA. Van Halen served as the capstone of the four-day rock fest at Ford Festival Park, … [Read more...]