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...]
Michael Anthony
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...]
Sammy & Michael Kick Off Las Vegas Residency: Videos & Set List
Sammy Hagar, guitarist Joe Satriani, drummer Kenny Aronoff, and former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, launched a residency at the Park MGM casino in Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 30th. Select videos and a the full set list is below. Sammy Hagar April 30, 2025 Set List: 1. "Encore Thank You Goodnight"2. "Top of the World"3. "Panama"4. … [Read more...]
Watch Sammy Hagar’s Stagecoach Music Festival Performance
Sammy Hagar and his band headlined last night's set at the Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California. You can watch the full set - professionally taped - in the video below. From Stagecoach, Hagar will head to Las Vegas with his current road band -- guitarist Joe Satriani, drummer Kenny Aronoff, and former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony -- to launch a residency at the Park … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Hints At Ending His Touring Career After 50+ Years
Could Sammy Hagar's touring days be over? A recent comment from Hagar suggests that's the case. "I don't think I want to go on tour anymore," the 77-year old Hagar recently told the Miami Herald. "I hate to say that, because I don't want to piss my fans off." Hagar is coming off a highly successful Best of All Worlds summer tour and is now gearing up to play a residency … [Read more...]
When Van Halen ‘Jumped’ Head First Into The Synth Era With ‘1984’
By the year 1984, the synth era of rock music had reached its peak. Bands would at the very least incorporate the instrument to complement a song or two. More often than not, it paid off with commercial success. When it came to Van Halen's 1984 album, it was clear with the singles "Jump" and "I'll Wait" that Edward Van Halen was looking to do much more than add a touch of … [Read more...]
John 5 On Van Halen’s ’78 Debut: ‘Without These Four Guys, It Wouldn’t Be The Same’
John 5 recently recalled the "shock" of hearing Van Halen's 1978 debut album for the first time. "I bought [Van Halen I] from the cover alone, because it said 'Gene Simmons', and he worked on the record," said the Mötley Crüe guitarist during a recent appearance on AXS TV's Vinyl Obsession podcast. "And I remember putting this on, and I think maybe this record was the one … [Read more...]
Alex Van Halen Collection Unveiled: Drumheads, Drumsticks, and Backstage Passes Now Available
If you missed out on Alex Van Halen's auction held earlier this year, don't worry - here's your chance to score a cool piece of Van Halen history from his private collection! Van Halen Store is proud to offer some of Reverand Al's personal Drumheads, Drumsticks [note that all Drumsticks have already sold out. Sorry!], and Backstage Passes. Most of these collectibles are now … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony Rock Raiders Game Halftime Show
Sammy Hagar, and Michael Anthony gave a special halftime performance yesterday (November 24) at the Las Vegas Raiders' game at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Hagar, Anthony, and the Raiders House Band performed "I Can't Drive 55" and the Van Halen hit "Right Now", which included members of the military joining them on stage. The performance came days after … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Still Seeking Reconciliation with Alex Van Halen: ‘I Just Want To Be Friends Again’
Sammy Hagar hasn't given up on a future reconciliation with Alex Van Halen. "I don't want to play in a band with Al," Hagar said during a recent Q&A with Rolling Stone's Andy Greene. "I'm not asking for that. I can see that he's not capable of doing that. If he was, I'd be happy to play with him, but it's not what I'm looking for. I just want to be friends … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar’s ‘Best Of All Worlds’ Tour Coming To Las Vegas
Sammy Hagar's 'Best Of All Worlds' tour is coming to Vegas! Hagar announced today (Nov. 18) that "The Best Of All Worlds Tour - The Residency" will be held at Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas, Nevada from April 30th through May 17th, 2025. Hagar will joined by Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani, and Kenny Aronoff with Rai Thistlethwayte returning on keyboard and backing … [Read more...]