TheTourBus.com has recently interviewed Sammy Hagar, and today they posted just a quick, 90 second clip from it, when they asked Sammy what he thought about the Van Halen/David Lee Roth reunion. Sammy Hagar: "The reunion with Dave was the greatest thing they could have done. I think it was so outta sight. But why didn't they just keep Mike just one more time?" … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen “Very Serious About Staying Sober”
This week, a close friend of Eddie Van Halen's told the Van Halen News Desk that Eddie is doing "fantastic", hasn't drank alcohol in months, and is "very serious about staying sober." Keep it up, Eddie! This great news coincides with a new EVH sighting posted today on TMZ.com: Posted Aug 6th 2008 2:22PM by TMZ Staff. Eddie Van Healthy He survived cancer, rehab and … [Read more...]
Wasn’t me, says David Lee Roth after reports OPP had pulled him over
From Canwest News Service Published: Saturday, July 12, 2008 Rock singer David Lee Roth is denying reports that he was saved by a pair of Ontario Provincial Police officers after having a severe allergic reaction while driving near Oakland, Ont., a story widely circulated by entertainment Web sites earlier this week. "I was in Canada only from July first through the … [Read more...]
Van Halen 2007-2008 Tour Highest Grossing in Band’s History
From Van Halen's official newsletter: VAN HALEN 2007-2008 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR HIGHEST GROSSING IN BAND’S HISTORY Arena Concerts Sell Out Across The Country, Grossing More Than $93 Million (Los Angeles, CA) June 5, 2008 – Nearly a million fans journeyed from all over the world to witness the landmark VAN HALEN tour, which kicked-off in September of 2007 in Charlotte, NC … [Read more...]
Secrets of the Guitar Heroes: Eddie Van Halen
New Rolling Stone interview with Eddie Secrets of the Guitar Heroes: Eddie Van Halen BRIAN HIATT Posted Jun 12, 2008 4:00 PM Q: How did you start playing guitar? A: My brother and I were forced to take piano lessons, and it wasn't fun for me. I heard music in my head, but I wasn't allowed to play it. Then I bought myself a drum kit, and somehow my mom convinced my … [Read more...]
Eddie’s Guitar Technician Speaks
Guitar technician returns to Grand Rapids as Van Halen ends tour Monday Posted by John Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids Press June 01, 2008 05:48AM The Grand Rapids Press Photo courtesy of Matt Bruck GRAND RAPIDS -- In the kingdom of rock guitar, few people get as close to "the hand of God" most nights as Grand Rapids native Tom Weber. As guitar technician for the … [Read more...]
Fan’s Concert Reviews
9/27/07 Charlotte, NC: Waving a giant red flag with the utmost of confidence, tonight the mighty Van Halen declared war on today's brand of rock 'n' roll. The songs may be older than any of the college students in attendance, but the music's power, precision, and passion were as fresh as a Pasadena orange. Like thousands of others, I've been waiting for this concert for … [Read more...]
Running with the … Tiger
Running with the ... Tiger Putting on the glitz, at any cost, for star-studded charity event Doug Fox, May 16, 2008 Here's an excerpt from the full DAILY HERALD article: There's a magic moment that occurs at most rock concerts -- in those split seconds after the arena lights go dark, but before the band begins playing. There's an almost palpable energy which … [Read more...]
Van Halen rocks Tiger Jam
From the latest Van Halen newsletter: VAN HALEN ROCK RENO, CONTINUE ACCLAIMED TOUR (Las Vegas, NV) April 23, 2008 - "We are here to listen to one of the greatest bands in history. It is my honor to introduce you to VAN HALEN!" These words came courtesy of golf legend Tiger Woods as he announced the band at Tiger Jam XI, a fundraising event April 19 at Mandalay Bay Events … [Read more...]
Van Halen tour continues
The latest press release from Van Halen: VAN HALEN ROCK RENO, CONTINUE ACCLAIMED TOUR (Reno, NV) April 21, 2008 - The fans asked and VAN HALEN delivered. (View photos here.) VAN HALEN launched the second leg of their 2007/2008 North American Tour by bringing its legendary live show, enduring music and incomparable showmanship to Reno, Nev. for the first time in 16 years. … [Read more...]
Van Halen tour resumes in Reno (Photos)
Those of you who bet against Van Halen's tour continuing as planned: you lose! The Mighty VH returned to the stage last night for a show in Reno, NV ... and, as shown in this photo gallery, Edward looks fit, tan and healthy again. From the Reno Gazette Journal: A well-preserved Van Halen played to a near-capacity crowd Thursday night at Reno Events Center. The band … [Read more...]
Van Halen plots return to the road
The latest press release from Van Halen: FIRST VAN HALEN APPEARANCE IN RENO SINCE 1992! (San Francisco, CA) March 28, 2008 - Due to overwhelming fan demand, VAN HALEN announced today that they will add Reno, Nevada to their critically acclaimed North American concert tour, bringing fans one of the most successful concert tours in recent memory. Music fans and the press … [Read more...]