Embed from Getty Images We've got two new videos from EVH Gear TV: Video #1: Lopez Talks Eddie Van Halen! Comedy Legend George Lopez spoke with Eric at EVH Gear TV this week. The casual conversation has Eric and George shoot the breeze about comedy, golf, food and of course that friend of his that's known to play some pretty mean guitar! The Eddie Van Halen talk starts … [Read more...]
Van Halen ‘Fair Warning’ Drum Cover by Avery Molek
Here's another drum cover of a Van Halen classic by young drummer, Avery Molek. He asked the readers of the Van Halen News Desk which Van Halen songs they would like to see him cover in his next Van Halen video, and here's the second song he picked! Watch him perform the 'Fair Warning' classic in the video above, and tell us how you think he did! Avery says, "Get the shirt I … [Read more...]
Wolfgang Sneak Peek!
A sneak peek to start your week ?? pic.twitter.com/QnIsV58hQ4 — Wolf Van Halen (@WolfVanHalen) December 11, 2017 Wolfgang has been recording his solo album. The video above is a 17-second sneak peek that he posted on social media. What do you think? Sounds like his solo project is really coming along. Earlier this year, VHND received confirmation that the talented … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ Used in Steven Spielberg’s ‘Ready Player One’ Trailer
Van Halen's number one smash hit "Jump" is used in the new trailer for Steven Spielberg's new film, film based on Ernest Clines book 'Ready Player One'. Watch the full trailer, above. The official synopsis is as follows: The film is set in 2045, with the world on the brink of chaos and collapse. But the people have found salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual … [Read more...]
Van Halen ‘House of Pain’ Drum Cover by Avery Molek
Recently, we sent our favorite young drummer, Avery Molek, asked the readers of the Van Halen News Desk which Van Halen song they would like to see him cover in his next Van Halen video. Well, today Avery released the first song he picked from the results... and naturally, it's a great one... 1984's "House Of Pain!" Watch him perform the drum cover, above, and tell us how … [Read more...]
‘I’m The World’s Biggest Van Halen Fan,’ Claims Each Member of Sons Of Apollo
Eric Broadbent from EVH Gear TV has interviewed all five members of the new super group SONS OF APOLLO, who all claim to be the "World's biggest Van Halen fan!" Check out this article and the five exclusive interviews. TONS of great VH talk! By Eric Broadbent: While we wait to see what will become of 2018 as far as Van Halen is concerned ie: new album, tour, or anything … [Read more...]
Concert Video: Van Halen Live in Memphis, 1981
Enjoy this audience shot concert footage of Van Halen live at the Mid South Coliseum in Memphis, Tennessee, September 1, 1981! This is a nearly complete Fair Warning show. Sure, it's one camera, and distorted sound, but beggars can't be choosers - it's some of the only Fair Warning concert footage we have. This upgrade from 2012 is from a better source than what's circulated … [Read more...]
‘Mean Street’ Cover by my Ruin
What do you think of this cover of Van Halen's "Mean Street," by the band My Ruin? … [Read more...]
Video: Eddie Van Halen’s ‘Spanish Fly” Covered on Bass
Eddie Van Halen's masterful "Spanish Fly" instrumental, from Van Halen II, has inspired countless cover versions on guitar. Then one day, Derek Sherinian covered it on Piano, which was absolutely beautiful. And now, New York bassist Brad Russell tells the Van Halen News Desk that Derek's piano cover inspired him to "try" and play it on the bass. He tells VHND, "As a … [Read more...]
Free Shipping at Van Halen Store
The upcoming 40th anniversary of Van Halen's game-changing 1978 debut album is fast approaching. To celebrate, for a limited time, Van Halen Store is giving FREE SHIPPING to all U.S. orders over $78! Have you seen all the killer new items at Van Halen Store? There's the new EVH Board Shorts, new shirts, new thermals, a new hat, and new accessories and novelties, such as … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen: Tone For The Holidays
Watch a short video of Eddie Van Halen jamming on his new 5150 guitar, above, courtesy of Musician's Friend! For EVH guitars and amps, head to Musician's Friend. For EVH guitar accessories or apparel, head to Van Halen Store. … [Read more...]
Stolen Edward Van Halen Guitar Returned
A signed custom-built Edward Van Halen guitar was stolen from the Hard Rock Café in downtown San Antonio, Texas late last week. That’s right, someone simply walked into the side door of the restaurant, grabbed the guitar off the wall and walked right out the door. The local police said the incident occurred either late on the night of Thursday the 16th or in the early the early … [Read more...]