Seth MacFarlane's no-holds-barred animated show, Family Guy surprised us with several Van Halen references in the latest episode. The new episode, (Season 18, Episode 17) which aired April 26th, is entitled "Coma guy," but just as easily could have been called "Van Halen Guy," or "Peter Discovers Van Halen." Having never read a book, Peter Griffin decides it's time, and … [Read more...]
Important Musical Message From The Circle
Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham, and Vic Johnson are at it again. This time, The Circle shares a little message while on lockdown. The Circle has been recording covers while social distancing due to the Coronavirus. They're calling the jam sessions 'The Circle Lockdown Challenge.' Watch it below. … [Read more...]
‘Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer’s Life in Music’ Released Today
Greg Renoff, the author of the acclaimed Van Halen Rising, has just released the autobiography of legendary Van Halen producer, Ted Templeman! Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer’s Life in Music contains a great deal of never-heard-before Van Halen content in this book, straight from the producer of their first six albums! Crafting smash hits with Van Halen, The Doobie … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Shares ‘Lock-Down Laffs’ in new Comic Series
During these crazy times, David Lee Roth can't tour. But if you know Dave like we do, you know that he can't sit still for long. He's been drawing up some comics and sharing them with 10,000 of his closest friends. His new hand-drawn comics are called the 'Soggy Bottom' series, and they're all-new and relevant to what's going on in the world right now. The first, … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar’s Band Records New Song While On Lockdown
Sammy Hagar's band 'Sammy and the Circle' have recorded a new song this week, separately, while social isolating due to the Coronavirus. The short song is called, "Funky Feng Shui." The called the process 'The Circle Lockdown Challenge.' Sammy said on Facebook, "Sammy Hagar and The Circle are making ample use of their quarantine time cooking up some jams! Check it out! A … [Read more...]
Deraps Channels Van Halen with ‘Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll’ Single
We have featured the young players Jacob Deraps, Josh Gallagher and William Lachance many times on the Van Halen News Desk. And now, they have formed the power trio band, ‘’Deraps.” The recording of their first album is almost complete, and the debut single and music video is out now! So ladies and gentlemen, get ready to watch the new Deraps band rip through their … [Read more...]
Last Chance to Get EVH High Top Sneakers
Important merchandise news from Van Halen Store: All EVH high tops are out of production and are now in very limited supply. They anticipate being permanently sold out of these gorgeous striped shoes sometime in the near future. For a limited time enjoy free US shipping on your entire order when you order any of the four pairs shown below. Shop EVH Sneakers here. … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Shares the Best Day of His Life
Today Eddie Van Halen shared an adorable photo of his son Wolfgang - the first photo ever taken of Wolf, in fact. March 16th marks Wolfgang's birthday. He turns 29 years old today. Eddie's social media posts stated, "The Best Day Of My Life. Happy Birthday Wolf! I Love You So Much!! Your Pop" Wolf replied, "Hot damn I am FRESH in this pic haha. Love you SO much, … [Read more...]
UPDATED: Kiss and David Lee Roth Postpone March Dates Over Coronavirus Concerns
Updated 3/15/20: All 6 of David Lee Roth's Las Vegas shows originally scheduled for March have been POSTPONED until further notice. This is due to MGM Resorts' announcement today that it will temporarily suspend operations at its Las Vegas properties until further notice, effective as of Tuesday, March 17th. Casino operations will close on Monday, March 16, followed by … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Skateboard!
EVH Gear has released something quite unexpected… a 5150 Skateboard! Ready to ride right out of the box, but feel free to hang it in the man cave... Made of high quality, durable recycled aircraft aluminum. Made in the USA by Aluminati, this striking skateboard features Eddie Van Halen’s red, black and white stripes and the 5150 logo on the tail. Don't miss your chance to … [Read more...]
Tapped Out: Nuno Bettencourt Panics When Eddie Van Halen Hands Him a Guitar
What do you play if Eddie Van Halen hands you a guitar and asks you to plug in and play? That was Nuno Bettencourt's dilemma one day, circa 1990. He shares his story about suddenly finding himself at a Van Halen rehearsal, seeing Ed's rig and guitar and thinking, "There it is. There's that tone." And he imagined everybody leaving the room, and standing there alone, plugging … [Read more...]
Watch the ‘Lost Weekend’ Van Halen Documentary!
NOW STREAMING, for free: 'Lost Weekend', a documentary from filmmakers Bradford Thomason and Brett Whitcomb: In 1984, two friends from small-town Pennsylvania win an MTV contest and the chance to party with Van Halen for 48 Hours. And 36 years later, a short (14 minute) documentary about that legendary "lost weekend" has been released for free streaming! Watch the … [Read more...]