UPDATED: Now we have the FULL interview. Listen above. Eddie Trunk spoke to Michael Anthony about Van Halen Friday, Oct 21st, and it sure is a great listen! Enjoy! More on Eddie Trunk's NEW show: This week marked the premiere of TRUNK NATION - Eddie Trunk's NEW show on SiriusXM channel Volume (106). It airs live 6 days a week from 2-4P ET and replays each night 9-11P ET. … [Read more...]
Video: Eddie Van Halen Shares His Experience with The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation
Subscribe to the Van Halen Vault on . "Can you imagine a world without music? It's a must. It has to be taught." — Edward Van Halen In a new video at the Van Halen News Desk, Mr. Van Halen shares his experience working with The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation. This video was a presentation piece shown Monday at the Americans for the Arts gala in NYC, honoring the … [Read more...]
Best Videos from Sammy Hagar’s 2016 Birthday Bash
Here's our second of two articles covering Sammy Hagar's Birthday Bash held in Cabo San Lucas Oct 7-13th. Watch the best videos that have surfaced from the party below. Night #4 Setlist: Top of the World Big Foot Black 'n' Blue Whole Lotta Love Right Now I Can't Drive 55 Little White Lie When The Levee Breaks Runaround (Alex Gonzales) Poundcake (Alex … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Birthday Bash 2016! Videos & Photos!
Today is Sammy Hagar's Birthday, and that means it's time for the Van Halen News Desk’s “Cabo Wabo Birthday Bash 2016” recap! Here's backstage video, onstage video, and great photos from the first three nights of the bash! Enjoy! Photos by Paty D'Viana, Cindi Drafahl, the Cabo Wabo Cantina, Sammy Hagar & Michael Cook. Hagar & Jason Bonham are ready! This … [Read more...]
EVH Gear Discussion: Jacob Deraps & Josh Gallagher (VIDEO)
In this episode of EVH Gear Discussion, host Eric Broadbent and co-host Marc Huzansky talk with two of the most popular young musicians on the internet – at least when it comes to Van Halen - Jacob Deraps and Josh Gallagher! The interview took place Friday night at 9pm Eastern. It was a fun night and a look into what makes these talented kids tick! Watch it above. If you've … [Read more...]
Watch These Kids’ Blistering Cover of Van Halen’s ‘5150’!
It's 5150 time! Premiered exclusively on the Van Halen News Desk, watch this brand new video by guitarist Jacob Deraps and drummer Josh Gallagher, where they rip through Van Halen's "5150"! From the original Tama Rosewood Snare, to the Germino 1968 Plexi Replica, as well as the performance and energy, they have it all to make it a very enjoyable quality cover to watch and … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s Stalker
David Lee Roth has a stalker. And he shares his experience in his new blog. Republished here with permission... Stalker blog. Part 1. Help! I have a stalker. A very real one. 75 stalker phone calls in the last 4 months. All of them at 5:30-6:00 in the morning. All 917 and 301 area codes. Every now and then at 2 in the afternoon. Never on the weekend. The phone calls … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s VMA D-Day (‘Dave & Dave Unchained’ Podcast)
Embed from Getty Images Twenty years ago Van Halen reunited with David Lee Roth at the 1996 MTV Video Music Awards after being apart for 12 years. But the reunion was short-lived as the band’s temporary bonding moment imploded after 5 minutes on stage and some uncomfortable exchanges in the Press Room. In episode 6, “Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen Podcast” … [Read more...]
Jacob Deraps Tackles His Favorite Song, Van Halen’s ‘I’m The One’
Everyone know that it's hard to replicate Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing and sound. "I'm the One" from the debut album is particularly hard to play. It's swing feel is something most people will lack and Eddie's blistering solos and licks are all the way through it. And let's not forget the tone! Jacob Deraps came up with a new recording of his favorite song where you can … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Spotted at Capitol Records
Steve Jordan, (lead singer of The Verbs) ran into Eddie Van Halen yesterday at Capitol Records. … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony’s NEW Jack Daniel’s Mini Bass Replicas Now Available
Eddie Van Halen isn't the only Van Halen member who's made Mini Guitar Relicas available to fans. Michael Anthony’s has an official miniature replica of his legendary Jack Daniel's bass, and the model has been newly-revamped for 2016. Michael's Jack Daniel's bass is one of the most recognized and iconic bass guitars in rock ’n’ roll. It was custom-made for Michael after his … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen & Tony Iommi at the Hollywood Bowl
Eddie Van Halen & Tony Iommi together again! Photo was posted on Eddie's Facebook. It's from last night's Black Sabbath show at the Hollywood Bowl. … [Read more...]