A photo posted by Lee Whittaker (@leewhitt) on Nov 19, 2016 at 11:02am PST Eddie and Janie Van Halen were on the set of AIMEE Saturday, Dec 17th. Janie's client, director Lee Whittaker, thanked everyone from the bottom of their hearts helping to support and spread the word about a serious issue that takes place right here in our backyards. The AIMEE Movie is a Proof of … [Read more...]
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Happy Holidays
"All the Best" from Eddie Van Halen. Happy Holidays, everyone! … [Read more...]
New Episodes of the ‘Dave & Dave Unchained’ Van Halen Podcast
We want to keep up to date with the "Dave & Dave Unchained" Van Halen Podcast - their three most recent episodes are embedded below. Episode #6.2: Sammy Hagar's Apology and a VH/KISS Theory Listen to "Dave & Dave Unchained - A Van Halen podcast: Episode #6 (part 2)" on Spreaker. It’s rare that an apology is delivered within the Van Halen universe. However, former VH … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Wishes From Eddie Van Halen
For those not on Facebook, Eddie Van Halen posted this photo on his Facebook page on Thanksgiving day. "Happy Thanksgiving To You And Yours!" … [Read more...]
The Top 10 Greatest Eddie Van Halen Guitar Solos
TEAMROCK has come up with their list of the crowning moments from the king of shred... If you’re compiling a list of the world’s greatest guitarists, then Eddie Van Halen should be at the top. Across the course of his band Van Halen’s 40-plus-year career, he took what could be done with the guitar to a level not see since Jimi Hendrix. Such is his importance in the evolution … [Read more...]
Watch Sammy Hagar tell Jay Leno how he met Eddie Van Halen
For the premiere episode of Jay Leno's Garage, airing tonight, Jay met up with rock icon Sammy Hagar to check out his car collection. In the video clips below, Sammy Hagar shows Jay his 1982 Ferrari 512BB, which was the original car used in the "I Can't Drive 55" music video, and recounts the day he happened to meet Eddie Van Halen. Catch Sammy on the premier episodes of Jay … [Read more...]
Photos: Eddie Van Halen Attends ‘I Stand with AIMEE’ Benefit
Eddie Van Halen attended the 'I Stand with AIMEE' Benefit held last night (Nov 17th) at the Federal Bar in North Hollywood, California. The evening was a fun-filled night benefiting a great social cause. Proceeds went towards SHE-IS, a local non-profit helpingvictims of sexual abuse through the power of dance and the social awareness film AIMEE shedding light on the domestic … [Read more...]
Watch: Killer Van Halen Covers by Liquid Charlie
Welcome to the first installment of a new monthly feature here at VHND, where we spotlight upcoming guitar players and feature their killer Van Halen covers, which we feel should not be missed by VH fans! This new column is written by Eric Broadbent, host of the popular EVH Gear Discussion Talk Show on YouTube. This month Eric interviews Charlie Stinchcombe (aka "Liquid … [Read more...]
Van Halen Halloween Costumes 2016
Here's our collection of creative Van Halen (or VH-related) costumes that people sent us for Halloween this year and last year. Enjoy, and start thinking about your costume(s) for us to feature on VHND for next year! (Click photos for full size) … [Read more...]
Video: Eddie Van Halen Shares His Experience with The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation
Subscribe to the Van Halen Vault on . "Can you imagine a world without music? It's a must. It has to be taught." — Edward Van Halen In a new video at the Van Halen News Desk, Mr. Van Halen shares his experience working with The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation. This video was a presentation piece shown Monday at the Americans for the Arts gala in NYC, honoring the … [Read more...]
EVH Gear Discussion: Jacob Deraps & Josh Gallagher (VIDEO)
In this episode of EVH Gear Discussion, host Eric Broadbent and co-host Marc Huzansky talk with two of the most popular young musicians on the internet – at least when it comes to Van Halen - Jacob Deraps and Josh Gallagher! The interview took place Friday night at 9pm Eastern. It was a fun night and a look into what makes these talented kids tick! Watch it above. If you've … [Read more...]
Jacob Deraps Tackles His Favorite Song, Van Halen’s ‘I’m The One’
Everyone know that it's hard to replicate Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing and sound. "I'm the One" from the debut album is particularly hard to play. It's swing feel is something most people will lack and Eddie's blistering solos and licks are all the way through it. And let's not forget the tone! Jacob Deraps came up with a new recording of his favorite song where you can … [Read more...]