On May 8th, 1953, Alexander Arthur Van Halen was born in Amsterdam Holland. Later the family moved to Nijmegen, where they lived until they moved to the U.S. when Alex was about 9, through a government-incentive program to reunite families. Because the family spoke little English, Alex and Eddie formed a bond during this time that has lasted their entire lives. Together … [Read more...]
Watch: George Lynch Tribute To Eddie Van Halen – Dallas Guitar Festival
Guitarist George Lynch paid tribute to Eddie Van Halen during a performance at the Dallas Guitar Festival last weekend. Lynch (Dokken, Lynch Mob) broke into a version of "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love" during an impromptu jam at the festival, which was held May 1st and 2nd at Dallas Market Hall. Afterwards, Lynch addressed the audience: "In remembrance of our fallen brother who … [Read more...]
Myles Kennedy On Meeting Eddie Van Halen: ‘It Was Everything I Could Have Hoped For’
Singer/guitarist Myles Kennedy remembered meeting a "totally cool" Eddie Van Halen all while he was trying to "play it cool" meeting one of his all-time musical heroes. "He was totally cool - it was everything I could have hoped for," Kennedy (Alter Bridge, Slash) told Ultimate Guitar. Kennedy said he had the chance to meet Eddie around 2010 through his friendship with … [Read more...]
10 Most Intriguing Songs Van Halen Covered In Their Club Days
From the Top 40 dance hits of the day to future hard rock and metal classics, The Houston Press has come up with the list of Van Halen's most intriguing cover songs from their early club days. David Rozycki wrote: "Fans around the world were shocked and saddened when they learned that Eddie Van Halen died on October 6, 2020, after years of battling cancer. It was obvious … [Read more...]
Mammoth WVH To Perform At Houston’s Buzzfest 2021
Wolfgang Van Halen announced on Instagram today that Mammoth WVH will be among the headliners of Buzzfest 2021. The rock festival sponsored by radio station KTBZ-FM/94.5 (The Buzz) will take place on September 4th at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands, Texas. Headlining the event along with Mammoth WVH are The Offspring, Chevelle, P.O.D., Candlebox, Ayron Jones … [Read more...]
40th Anniversary Of Van Halen’s ‘Fair Warning’
Track listing: 1. Mean Street2. "Dirty Movies"3. Sinner's Swing!4. Hear About It Later5. Unchained6. Push Comes To Shove7. So This Is Love?8. Sunday Afternoon In The Park9. One Foot Out The Door “And someone said 'Fair Warning!'Lord, strike that poor boy down.”– Van Halen, 1981 Release Date:April 29, 1981Recorded:Early March - Early April 1981Length:30:58Producer:Ted … [Read more...]
‘The Van Halen Story – The Early Years’ Now Available on DVD
The Van Halen Story - The Early Years has been released again on DVD! This DVD documentary chronicles the rise of four young musicians from their formative years to their transformation into a worldwide phenomenon. Witness the group's gripping tale told by the people who were there when it began - the childhood friends, fellow musicians, roadies, bodyguards, producers, and … [Read more...]
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Watch Nancy Wilson’s Storyteller Performance Of Eddie Van Halen Tribute Song ‘4 Edward’
Heart's Nancy Wilson has released a storyteller video performance of her Eddie Van Halen tribute song "4 Edward". The track is taken from Wilson's debut solo album, "You And Me", which will be released on May 7 via Carry On Music. The LP was recorded primarily in Wilson's California home studio, working with band members and special guests remotely. Before performing the … [Read more...]
Mammoth WVH ‘Feel’ Official Lyric Video
Wolfgang Van Halen released another Mammoth WVH video today - a lyric video for "Feel". The track is the latest single from the album due out June 11th. Check out the official video above. "Feel" Lyrics: It was always the way it was supposed to beBut it was not enoughIt was always the way that you thought of meWas I not enough? You feel somethingI feel nothingI know … [Read more...]
Pasadena Moving Forward With Plans For Eddie Van Halen Plaque
The Pasadena Now has reported that plans for an Eddie Van Halen plaque are moving forward and its location is sure to be one that is near and dear to the hearts of both band members and local fans. Here's the report from Andre Coleman of Pasadena Now: The city appears to be getting closer to honoring legendary guitarist and former Pasadena resident Eddie Van Halen, who … [Read more...]
April 20th, 1998: Van Halen Performs ‘Live From The 10 Spot’ Concert In Australia [VIDEO]
On this night in 1998 Van Halen featuring lead singer Gary Cherone performed in Sydney, Australia. Less than a month later MTV aired portions of the concert for their "Live From The 10 Spot" special. Van Halen had just begun their tour in support of the 'Van Halen III' album, which had been released on March 17th, 1998. The 'III' Tour saw Van Halen playing in new … [Read more...]