Photo Credit: (c) Richard Upper/rockandrollgallery.com The classic black and white photo of David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen under the McDonald's arch has returned to its original location close to 45 years after it was originally taken. The photo was taken at the McDonald's in Crestwood, Missouri by Richer Upper in the winter of 1978. Soon after it was taken, however, … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen News
Talkin’ ‘Bout Dave & Sammy Then, ‘Right Now’ & In The Future With Author Greg Renoff
The Van Halen News Desk is celebrating the careers of David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar this week as both celebrate birthdays. The VHND's Eric Senich and Van Halen historian Greg Renoff got together to talk the past, present and future of both singers. Renoff - author of "Van Halen Rising: How A Southern California Backyard Party Band Saved Heavy Metal" and "Ted Templeman: A … [Read more...]
Watch Wolfgang’s Van Halen Set in Perfect High Definition Quality
By now you've probably seen Wolfgang, Dave Grohl, Josh Freese (Devo, Guns N' Roses, Nine Inch Nails) and Justin Hawkins of The Darkness perform scorching covers of Van Halen classics at one of both of the recent Taylor Hawkins Tribute concerts on YouTube. But did you know that you can watch the entire 5-hour concert at Wembly Stadium in perfect quality & high … [Read more...]
Pete Thorn Says Eddie Van Halen & Chris Cornell Were ‘Close To Collaboration’
We almost heard an Eddie Van Halen/Chris Cornell collaboration according to guitarist Pete Thorn. During his recent appearance on "The Mitch Lafon and Jeremy White Show", Thorn (Cornell, Don Henley, Melissa Etheridge) told White Eddie and Cornell became friends sometime in the late 90s, early 2000s. The two had often talked about working together as Eddie was a big fan of … [Read more...]
Alex Van Halen Posts Heartfelt Message In Memory Of Brother Eddie
Alex Van Halen has posted a message to his brother Eddie, who passed away two years ago today. "Hey Ed, we miss you. We love you. The VH Family." Alex included a classic photo of him and Eddie along with a very fitting quote from the philosopher Plato; "The soul of a man is immortal and imperishable." Alex posted the message on his official Facebook and … [Read more...]
In Memoriam: Eddie Van Halen
Two years ago today, we lost Eddie Van Halen - the legendary guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of the greatest American rock band. Remember his legacy with Sammy Hagar and others as they reflect on his impact on rock and roll and showmanship. … [Read more...]
Wolfgang On Performing Van Halen Songs At Wembley: ‘If There Was Ever A Time, This Is It’ [VIDEO]
Guitar World's Chris Gill has shared video of his exclusive interview with Wolfgang Van Halen! In the 4 1/2 minute video above, Wolfgang talks about his performance at London's Wembley Stadium for the Taylor Hawkins tribute, how it all came together and the process he went through to prepare. The segment is part of a much longer interview that will appear in print in the … [Read more...]
Wolfgang Says The Likelihood Of An Eddie Van Halen Tribute Are Slim, His Closure Came With Taylor Hawkins Tribute Performances
Wolfgang Van Halen says dysfunction is to blame for no Eddie Van Halen tribute and the chances of if ever happening are slim. "When it comes to Van Halen and entities surrounding the band it’s unfortunate, certainly compared to Foo Fighters who have their shit together with inter-personal relationships," Wolfgang said in a new interview with Classic Rock. "I don’t know what … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Says A Sammy-Era/Dave-Era Eddie Van Halen Tribute Would Make Rock History
Sammy Hagar says he's willing to meet David Lee Roth halfway for an Eddie Van Halen tribute. But would Roth be satisfied with that idea? In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Hagar said the recent Taylor Hawkins tribute concerts got him thinking about the Eddie Van Halen tribute that's been often discussed among fans and the media over the last two years but yet to … [Read more...]
Watch Wolfgang Van Halen Play ‘Panama’ For Taylor Hawkins
Last night, the stars gathered in Los Angeles for the second tribute concert to the late Taylor Hawkins. Following the epic all-dayer in London's Wembley Stadium earlier this month, the drummer's friends and favorite artists came together to celebrate the life and legacy of a true rock'n'roll legend and, once again, Wolfgang Van Halen showed up to play a few Van Halen … [Read more...]
LISTEN: Complete Version Of Red Hot Chili Peppers EVH Tribute Song ‘Eddie’ Released [UPDATED]
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have released their Eddie Van Halen tribute track "Eddie"! LYRICS: Sailing the Sunset Strip, I'm a bit of a kingGranny would take a trip, I've been bending the stringsGot hammers in both my hands, such a delicate touchThey say I'm from Amsterdam, does that make me Dutch? Please don't remember me, for what I did last night, ohPlease don't … [Read more...]
Red Hot Chili Peppers Post Teaser To New Track In Tribute To Eddie Van Halen [AUDIO]
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have released a 57-second teaser of the Eddie Van Halen-inspired track "Eddie". The full track is set for release tomorrow (September 23) along with their latest album Return of the Dream Canteen. The band posted a clip of the song to Twitter: EDDIE 9/23https://t.co/H6XPFrZdGN pic.twitter.com/ERWCtuH1Cc— Red Hot Chili Peppers (@ChiliPeppers) … [Read more...]