By now you've probably seen Wolfgang, Dave Grohl, Josh Freese (Devo, Guns N' Roses, Nine Inch Nails) and Justin Hawkins of The Darkness perform scorching covers of Van Halen classics at one of both of the recent Taylor Hawkins Tribute concerts on YouTube. But did you know that you can watch the entire 5-hour concert at Wembly Stadium in perfect quality & high … [Read more...]
Pete Thorn Says Eddie Van Halen & Chris Cornell Were ‘Close To Collaboration’
We almost heard an Eddie Van Halen/Chris Cornell collaboration according to guitarist Pete Thorn. During his recent appearance on "The Mitch Lafon and Jeremy White Show", Thorn (Cornell, Don Henley, Melissa Etheridge) told White Eddie and Cornell became friends sometime in the late 90s, early 2000s. The two had often talked about working together as Eddie was a big fan of … [Read more...]
Alex Van Halen Posts Heartfelt Message In Memory Of Brother Eddie
Alex Van Halen has posted a message to his brother Eddie, who passed away two years ago today. "Hey Ed, we miss you. We love you. The VH Family." Alex included a classic photo of him and Eddie along with a very fitting quote from the philosopher Plato; "The soul of a man is immortal and imperishable." Alex posted the message on his official Facebook and … [Read more...]
In Memoriam: Eddie Van Halen
Two years ago today, we lost Eddie Van Halen - the legendary guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of the greatest American rock band. Remember his legacy with Sammy Hagar and others as they reflect on his impact on rock and roll and showmanship. … [Read more...]
Wolfgang Says The Likelihood Of An Eddie Van Halen Tribute Are Slim, His Closure Came With Taylor Hawkins Tribute Performances
Wolfgang Van Halen says dysfunction is to blame for no Eddie Van Halen tribute and the chances of if ever happening are slim. "When it comes to Van Halen and entities surrounding the band it’s unfortunate, certainly compared to Foo Fighters who have their shit together with inter-personal relationships," Wolfgang said in a new interview with Classic Rock. "I don’t know what … [Read more...]
Watch Wolfgang Van Halen Play ‘Panama’ For Taylor Hawkins
Last night, the stars gathered in Los Angeles for the second tribute concert to the late Taylor Hawkins. Following the epic all-dayer in London's Wembley Stadium earlier this month, the drummer's friends and favorite artists came together to celebrate the life and legacy of a true rock'n'roll legend and, once again, Wolfgang Van Halen showed up to play a few Van Halen … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Rolls Out Another Studio/Live Van Halen Classic: ‘Dance The Night Away’
Diamond Dave is still dancin' the night away. In fact, he never stopped! Dave released another "Roth Lives! Studio Live" classic Van Halen track today. This time it's "Dance The Night Away" with a new "trippy" ending. A reminder from DLR that he's here to stay... From Dave's YouTube Channel: Recorded May 2022Henson StudiosLos Angeles, CA Al Estrada: GuitarRyan … [Read more...]
LISTEN: Complete Version Of Red Hot Chili Peppers EVH Tribute Song ‘Eddie’ Released [UPDATED]
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have released their Eddie Van Halen tribute track "Eddie"! LYRICS: Sailing the Sunset Strip, I'm a bit of a kingGranny would take a trip, I've been bending the stringsGot hammers in both my hands, such a delicate touchThey say I'm from Amsterdam, does that make me Dutch? Please don't remember me, for what I did last night, ohPlease don't … [Read more...]
Red Hot Chili Peppers Post Teaser To New Track In Tribute To Eddie Van Halen [AUDIO]
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have released a 57-second teaser of the Eddie Van Halen-inspired track "Eddie". The full track is set for release tomorrow (September 23) along with their latest album Return of the Dream Canteen. The band posted a clip of the song to Twitter: EDDIE 9/23https://t.co/H6XPFrZdGN pic.twitter.com/ERWCtuH1Cc— Red Hot Chili Peppers (@ChiliPeppers) … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Calls On Ted Templeman To Help Capture The ‘Classic Van Halen’ Sound On New Album ‘Crazy Times’
Sammy Hagar says Ted Templeman was able to "crack the code" and help capture the classic Van Halen vocal sound on his latest album with the Circle. For Crazy Times (due out September 30th), the album's producer Dave Cobb was determined to make the most of Michael Anthony's vocals. He wanted to hear Mikey sound like he did on all of the classic Van Halen records. He and Sammy … [Read more...]
Podcast Releases Never-Before-Heard Steve Vai ‘Eat ‘Em And Smile’ Interview With Greg Renoff From 2016 [AUDIO]
The podcast "The Tapes Archive" has just released author Greg Renoff's complete 2016 audio interview with Steve Vai all about David Lee Roth's classic 1986 album Eat 'Em and Smile'! From "The Tapes Archive"/YouTube: In this never before-heard 2016 interview, Vai talks with author Greg Renoff about the landmark David Lee Roth album Eat ‘Em and Smile. At the time, it … [Read more...]
Mammoth WVH Announces Deluxe Edition Of Debut Album With Previously Unreleased Tracks
Wolfgang Van Halen's self-titled debut Mammoth WVH album will be re-issued in deluxe edition format on November 11th with three bonus tracks. The deluxe edition will feature the bonus track from the Japanese version of the album - "Talk & Walk," along with two previously unreleased tracks - "As Long as You're Not You" and "Goodbye." To coincide with … [Read more...]