After years of being out of print, Van Halen's A Different Kind of Truth is finally back! Originally released on February 7, 2012, Van Halen's twelfth and final studio album reunited David Lee Roth with Eddie and Alex Van Halen, with Wolfgang Van Halen on bass. It was the band's first studio album with Roth in 28 years and the first Van Halen studio album since 1998. Over … [Read more...]
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30 Years Ago: Van Halen Releases ‘Best Of’ Amid the Most Tumultuous Period in the Band’s History
On October 22, 1996, Van Halen released Best Of: Volume I, their first greatest-hits album, during what was perhaps the most tumultuous period in the band's history. The 17-track collection featured classics from both the David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar eras, along with three songs making their album debut. Two brand-new recordings reunited the original Van Halen lineup … [Read more...]
Name That Tune!
Think you know your Van Halen? Here's a fun challenge to put your knowledge to the test. The illustration above contains clues to 13 different Van Halen songs, cleverly hidden throughout the scene. Some might jump right out at you, while others will take a little more detective work. Take a close look at everything going on in the picture. How many song titles can you … [Read more...]
Happy 72nd Birthday, David Lee Roth!
Happy 72nd Birthday to the one and only David Lee Roth! Diamond Dave helped define what a rock 'n' roll frontman could be. With his unmistakable voice, outrageous stage presence, quick wit, and larger-than-life personality, he helped propel Van Halen from the clubs of Southern California to superstardom. Few entertainers have left such a distinctive mark on rock music. … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s Emotional Acoustic ‘Jump’ Has Fans Wondering If He’s Singing To Eddie Van Halen
David Lee Roth has shared an unexpectedly emotional acoustic version of Van Halen's biggest hit, "Jump," and the timing has fans wondering if Diamond Dave is paying tribute to his late bandmate, Eddie Van Halen. On Wednesday (October 7), just one day after the sixth anniversary of Eddie Van Halen's passing, Roth posted a short video of himself singing a slow, stripped-down … [Read more...]
WATCH: 32 More Minutes of Alex Van Halen & David Lee Roth at TEDxFargo
UPDATE: This article was originally published before the new video premiered today. Now that we've seen it, there's something important Van Halen fans should know: Despite being billed as an "EXTENDED CUT," this isn't simply a longer version of the 15-minute video released last month. It's 32 minutes of additional footage from the conversation, with no repeated dialogue … [Read more...]
One This Day: Van Halen Launches First Tour with David Lee Roth Since 1984!
Photos by ROBERT YEAGER Nineteen years ago tonight, Van Halen launched their first tour with original singer David Lee Roth since 1984! The 2007–2008 tour became the highest-grossing tour in the band's history, with arena sellouts across the country and more than $93 million in ticket sales. Nearly a million fans traveled from around the world to see the landmark … [Read more...]
WATCH: Alex Van Halen & David Lee Roth Reunite for TEDxFargo Conversation
For the first time in more than a decade, Alex Van Halen and David Lee Roth are back on stage together — and now we can finally watch it. The complete TEDxFargo conversation featuring Alex, Roth and acclaimed artist Robert Vargas has been released online. The 15-minute talk, titled "Beyond Boundaries: How Human Experience Informs Art and Music," was filmed July 30 at … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s ‘A Different Kind of Truth’ Returning to CD & Vinyl!
It's official: Van Halen's final studio album, A Different Kind of Truth, is finally coming back into print! Rhino will re-release the album on October 23, 2026, on CD and as a 2LP set pressed on 180-gram black vinyl. The vinyl edition comes in a double gatefold package, with new lacquers cut by Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering. A limited-edition clear vinyl … [Read more...]
VIDEO: The Hilarious ‘True Story’ of How Van Halen Landed Ted Templeman
Here's some classic Van Halen humor that's well worth revisiting. Back in 2006, the cult comedy web series Yacht Rock turned its attention to Van Halen with Episode #9, "Runnin' with the Devil" — offering a completely fictional (and hilarious) account of how the young band convinced producer Ted Templeman to produce their debut album. For those unfamiliar with Yacht Rock, … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Added to Alex Van Halen’s TEDxFargo Appearance This Thursday
UPDATE from Robert Vargas: The complete video will be posted on YouTube/TedxFargo platforms in a few weeks for the public to view. Three icons. One stage. One conversation you won't want to miss. David Lee Roth has been added to this Thursday's TEDxFargo event, where he'll join Alex Van Halen and artist Robert Vargas on stage. The event has been on fans' radar since … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Has A Message For David Lee Roth After Tour Date Cancellations [Updated Twice]
UPDATE AGAIN: Only ONE David Lee Roth has not been cancelled. That is August 7th at STURGIS. Original article: David Lee Roth's remaining summer tour dates have been canceled, with the exception of one scheduled appearance in Sturgis, South Dakota. Sammy Hagar has reached out with a message for his fellow former Van Halen frontman. News of the cancellations … [Read more...]