David Lee Roth mentions in the new episode of The Roth Show that his band is "Working on a great Van Halen project" but also that he "Can't announce anything, or I'd have to come find you and swear you to secrecy." You can watch the episode embedded below. (Though no clues are to be found in the episode). This makes the second time that Roth mentions Van Halen working on a … [Read more...]
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Exclusive: David Lee Roth on Van Halen’s “College of Musical Knowledge” (Audio)
David Lee Roth was inspired by our article 40 Years Ago Today – Van Halen Hits the Sunset Strip! so much so that he sent us an exclusive audio describing how important it was for Van Halen to spend years playing Gazzarris in the mid seventies. He calls it their "college of musical knowledge." Listen to Dave's 5-minute recording above. Big thanks to Diamond Dave for sharing … [Read more...]
The Roth Show: The New York City Way 2 – Let’s Dance!
In episode 2 of the new season, your host, David Lee Roth, reveals more of The New York City Way's plot with a focus on dancing, The Pill, Soul Train and so much more! … [Read more...]
7-Year-Old Drummer Avery Plays Van Halen’s “I’m The One” (VIDEO)
Our favorite little drummer is back! And this time, he attempts another Van Halen deep track; the scorching “I'm The One” from Van Halen I. How do you think he did? Share your thoughts in the comments section. Related Avery Molek Stories: Our original feature on young drumming prodigy Avery Molek, 6-Year-Old Drummer Shreds Van Halen’s ‘Hot For Teacher’, was seen by … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Interview with Allan Handelman, 1980
Allan Handelman sets up the interview: It's was Sex, Drugs and Rock n Roll. Recorded at the Hampton Coliseum in Virginia during the tour to support their third album, Women And Children First. It was out of control madness that turned out to be a radio classic. David is still a regular guest on my show with over 8 appearances over the years. This one (the first one) was a … [Read more...]
Video: David Lee Roth & Mike Love Perform “California Girls”
Music legends David Lee Roth and Mike Love performed together at The Society of Singers' 21st ELLA Awards last night (Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014) in Beverly Hills, Calif. The event honored Mike Love, lead singer and co-founder of The Beach Boys, producer Nigel Lythgoe, and backup singers The Waters Family. "Look at all these smiling faces here tonight!" declared Diamond Dave … [Read more...]
The Roth Show Season Two Premiere: The Roth Show is back!
"Where is David Lee Roth?" He's back! It's the premiere of Season Two of THE ROTH SHOW! This 44-minute episode has blown us away! Our host, David Lee Roth, is entertaining as he discusses "The New York City Way." His video editor must be exhausted, as she compiled no less than a hundred video/film clips (mostly from the 1940s through the 1960s) to create the visual side of … [Read more...]
VHND’s All Access Photo: Jungle Studs
One of David Lee Roth's personal photos from his many jungle adventures. This is from a trip to the Highland Jungles of New Guinea in late ’84. Dave shares some home video from this adventure here. “All Access” Van Halen photos is a weekly feature at VHND.com. Every weekend we feature a photo from a roadie, friend, or band insider. Many are never-seen-before exclusives. … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth “Shyboy” Video
Here's a superior fan-made video for "Shyboy," a blazing track from David Lee Roth's solo career (check out the amazing tapping duets with Steve Vai and Billy Sheehan)! All the footage used is pro-shot. Half is taken from David Lee Roth's 1988 Skyscraper tour, and the other half is more recent footage of Steve Vai jamming with Billy Sheehan, from the 2001 Steve Vai "Live at the … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays From David Lee Roth
David Lee Roth posted these two photos on his facebook page this week, wishing everyone Happy Holidays! … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s New Commentary for the Classic “Dave TV” Special
David Lee Roth has just uploaded newly recorded commentary for "Dave TV," his collection of videos and interviews released in 1986. The new commentary, which can be viewed above, was not included on his new Greatest Hits/The Deluxe Edition (CD+DVD) released last month by Rhino. While that collection has the full, original "Dave TV" special as part of the DVD, it does not … [Read more...]
New Van Halen Music and Tour in 2015?
A (somewhat recent) interview with David Lee Roth is currently making the rounds on music news websites. The interview one one that David Lee Roth did with Jim Florentine (from That Metal Show) for Ozzy’s Boneyard on SiriusXM. In it, David mentioned that the four members of Van Halen were beginning to work on new music. He implied that Van Halen could possibly release new music … [Read more...]