In a way, the birth of Van Halen Mach 2, "Van Hagar," was 40 years ago today. It was during the summer of 1985 that rock fans heard the devastating news that Van Halen and David Lee Roth had split up. There were rumors that the band was going to look for a new singer, but that's all that anyone knew. Embed from Getty Images It was … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen News
The EVH ‘Super ’78’ Flannel by Dixxon
EVH and Dixxon Flannel Company ("Flannels That Don't Suck!") are thrilled to announce their second collaboration - the Eddie Van Halen SUPER '78 Flannel! Paying tribute to Eddie Van Halen’s first iconic version of the famous Frankenstein design, the Super '78. A black-and-white pattern inspired by a guitar and sound that redefined rock. This collab piece is custom-built … [Read more...]
Dressing Van Halen
Fleur Thiemeyer and David Lee Roth. Photo by Neil Zlozower Fashion Designer to the Stars, Fleur Thiemeyer, was recently interviewed on “Final Resonance TV” for the Van Halen Stories Podcast. In the interview, Fleur recalls being asked to work with Van Halen in 1978, just after the band released their first album. In this exclusive new interview, she uncovers her … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Says The Ghost of Eddie Van Halen Visited Him, Too
In August of 2022, Hagar told Ultimate Classic Rock that Eddie Van Halen visited him in a dream and helped him write a new song: "I remembered it. I got up in the morning and I wrote the song. I used the fuckin’ lick that he showed me in the song." And then, nearly three years later, the song, entitled "Encore, Thank You, Goodnight," was finally released, with Hagar joined by … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen’s 1982 Kramer Guitar Expected to Fetch $2M-3M at Sotheby’s Auction
A piece of rock history is set to hit the block. Sotheby's New York will auction Rocker Eddie Van Halen's 1982 Kramer electric guitar during the house's inaugural Grails Week from Oct. 21-28. According to estimates, the guitar, which was custom-built for the Van Halen star, is expected to fetch between $2 million and $3 million. A previous Sotheby's sale for a guitar owned … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen: Unearthed 1991 ‘For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge’ Audio Interview
Jas Obrecht has just released another never-heard audio interview with Eddie Van Halen! From Obrecht's YouTube Channel Talking Guitar: Jas Obrecht's Music Magazine: Here is the world debut of one of Eddie Van Halen’s happiest interviews. On the day it took place he was celebrating the recent birth of his son Wolfgang, his relationship with Valerie was going strong, and … [Read more...]
Van Halen Deserves a ‘Back To The Beginning’ Concert Celebration
Our friends at Ultimate Classic Rock published an article listing five legendary bands who deserve an Ozzy Osbourne-inspired 'Back To The Beginning' celebration of their own. Below is what they say about why one of the bands should be Van Halen. Be sure to check out their full article for the rest of the bands that deserve such treatment! The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame had a … [Read more...]
Dweezil Zappa: Eddie Van Halen Was ‘Like a Puppy Running in a Field’
As a 12-year-old, Dweezil fell in love with Edward Van Halen’s guitar playing. Then, one random night, Edward called to speak to his famous father, Frank Zappa. 20 Minutes later, a 27-year-old Edward Van Halen showed up at his door with a guitar and looking like he just walked off the cover of Van Halen’s Women and Children First album - jumpsuit, Van Halen necklace, and … [Read more...]
Wolfgang Shares Home Video For Father’s Day
For Father's Day, Wolfgang shared a short clip of a home movie on his social media. "Happy Father’s Day, Pop. Missing you today and every other day." … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony: Van Halen Was ‘Living The Dream, A Fairy Tale’
Michael Anthony sat down for an interview with Get On The Bus. "We hit the road to Las Vegas for a once in a lifetime sit down with bass legend Michael Anthony, the backbone of Van Halen and The Circle with Sammy Hagar. Taking a break from his "Best Of All Worlds" residency at the MGM, Mike hopped off his tour bus and onto ours, "Get On The Bus" for an unforgettable … [Read more...]
Van Halen Video Clip From Monsters of Rock, Orange Bowl
A new video clip surfaced this week, from June 4, 1988. WTVJ reporter Robyn Carter interviewed members of Van Halen after their performance in the Monsters of Rock music festival at the Orange Bowl. This video is from the Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives. Enjoy the short clip, embedded below. … [Read more...]
Slide Into Summer in EVH Style!
Summer days are right around the corner. That means backyard barbecues, poolside fun, and lazy days in the sun - all with The Mighty VAN HALEN providing the soundtrack! And you can bet we'll be rockin' that summer vibe with Eddie's iconic guitar stripes! Naturally, these new styles are a tribute to the legendary rock god Eddie Van Halen, and feature his signature red, … [Read more...]