Embed from Getty Images EXCLUSIVE: Legendary Van Halen bassist/vocalist Michael Anthony and Cheap Trick singer Robin Zander have contributed their iconic voices to a brand new track by gothic rock super group Beauty in Chaos. The track “Drifting Away” appears on ‘Finding Beauty in Chaos’, the debut album from Beauty in Chaos released on September 28th. Beauty in Chaos is … [Read more...]
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‘Breaking the Band: Van Halen’ Airing Sunday, June 17
Remember that Van Halen documentary that we reported was in the works back in January? Well, it's airing on TV this weekend! Michael Anthony and Sammy Hagar have both been interviewed for the documentary, which will be airing on REELZ. Michael mentioned on Instagram that the interview "Brought up many great memories," and Sammy added, "These guys were great, feels like a … [Read more...]
30th Anniversary Roundtable Discussion: Did Van Halen Bite Off Too Much With ‘OU812’?
30 years after the release of Van Halen's OU812, our friends at Ultimate Classic Rock hosted a roundtable discussion about the album. Featuring UCR staff, along with VHND's Jeff Hausman, and Van Halen Rising author, Greg Renoff, they tackle five big questions about the album. Read everyone's answers to question #1, below, and continue to read the rest at UCR. From … [Read more...]
Watch These Guys React to Hearing ‘Aint Talkin’ Bout Love’ For The First Time
The two guys from the very popular "Lost in Vegas" YouTube series ("Home of the Unbiased Reactions") have ... believe it or not ... never heard Van Halen's ''Ain't Talkin' Bout Love.'' Watch their reaction. Their enthusiasm for the newly discovered song is infectious! Doug from VHND reflects on this video: I absolutely love this video! I really get a kick out of these … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Meet and Greet at Guitar Center Tonight
Michael Anthony will only be at Guitar Center's Pasadena, California location TONIGHT (Thursday April 26th) at 7pm. "Join us for a meet and greet with the legendary bassist, known for his work with Chickenfoot and Van Halen. Be sure to check out Anthony’s new Signature basses from Schecter Guitar Research." … [Read more...]
What Makes Van Halen Great?
Watch Musician/Producer Explain What Makes Van Halen — and specifically, ’Runnin’ With The Devil’ — Great What is it that makes a great Van Halen song so great? Is it the guitars? Is it the vocals? The drums? The bass? Actually, the answer is a collective "yes" to all of the above and you’re about to find out why. Rick Beato is a musician/producer who has released a … [Read more...]
‘IN YOUR FACE – The Neil Zlozower Story’ — Coming Soon!
Watch the trailer below! Over the years, famed photographer Neil Zlozower has given us all an inside view of of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle through his extraordinary photographs. It’s about time somebody turned the lens on “Zloz” himself. Thankfully, a brand new documentary has done just that. “In Your Face – The Neil Zlozower Story” will make its first appearances at a … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony’s Granddaughter Watches ‘Jump’ Video
You may be cool, but you're not "Michael Anthony's granddaughter recognizing 'Papa' in the JUMP video" cool! However your day is going, it's about to get better. In a video posted by Michael Anthony yesterday, Michael's adorable granddaughter Nina watches Van Halen's classic "Jump" video. Guess who she recognizes? Along with the video on Instagram, Michael added, "My … [Read more...]
Interview: Michael Anthony on the Early Days of Van Halen
"40 years ago today, four guys set out to rock the world!! I want to thank all of you for rocking and supporting us all these years!" — Micheal Anthony, on his Facebook and Instagram today Also, here's a new interview with Michael on the early days of Van Halen: Van Halen exploded onto the scene with their self-titled debut in 1978, which turns 40 today! Jesse … [Read more...]
Van Halen 40th Anniversary: ‘In The Studio’ Interviews
One of the greatest debut albums in rock history turns forty and Redbeard at InTheStudio interviewed the original band members Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Michael Anthony to recall those halcyon days marauding like Vandal hordes from Pasadena to Hollywood's Sunset Strip forty years ago, resulting in Van Halen containing "Runnin' With the Devil","Ain't … [Read more...]
Van Halen Documentary In The Works
Happy New Year, Van Halen fans! As we start 2018, Van Halen continues their regularly scheduled hiatus between tours... But there is this piece of news — there is a new Van Halen documentary in the works. It's being produced by a British company. They have already interviewed Michael Anthony and Sammy Hagar, and they've contacted Eddie Trunk about an interview, and possibly … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday, David Lee Roth! Watch the Earliest Van Halen Video Interview Ever!
To celebrate David Lee Roth's birthday today, we've got a newly surfaced video interview of Van Halen in 1978! And it's the coolest thing ever! This was filmed in London for the Australian TV show, Countdown. This is the earliest Van Halen video interview that has ever surfaced, and it's a absolute gem. Enjoy! … [Read more...]