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...]
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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...]
Review – Mad Anthony’s Hot Sauces, BBQ Sauces, and Fiery Hot Mustard
We've got news for Michael Anthony fans and hot sauce connoisseurs out there — we've got a new, in depth review of all five flavors of Mad Anthony sauces! Last summer, Michael switched to a newer and larger manufacturer and distributor for his entire line of award-winning MAD ANTHONY'S SAUCES. This has brought a couple benefits: - For those of you who wanted more heat, … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Attends ‘Walk LA’ Fundraiser for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Two months ago, Michael Anthony publicly shared the tragic news that he lost his newborn grandson from heart complications. Last Saturday, Michael took part in the “Walk L.A.” event for Children’s Hospital L.A. with his family, in order to support the hospital that did so much for his grandson, and continues to serve the health needs of many other children. As fans … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Talks VH Reunion Hopes, David Lee Roth’s Surprising Donation And More With Eddie Trunk
Count Michael Anthony among those wanting a Van Halen reunion with both David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar. And, yes, he wants to be there too. Anthony appeared on Eddie Trunk's Sirius/XM show "Trunk Nation" on Wednesday in Los Angeles to talk about an upcoming fundraising walk for Children's Hospital Los Angeles he'll be part of and to promote the upcoming tour of Anthony's … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Tops Donors List for Michael Anthony’s ‘Walk L.A.’ Effort
Two weeks ago, Michael Anthony publicly shared the tragic news that he lost his newborn grandson from heart complications. Michael announced that he will be taking part in the “Walk L.A.” in June for Children’s Hospital L.A. with his family, in order to support the hospital that did so much for his grandson, and continues to serve the health needs of many other … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Loses Infant Grandson, Supports Children’s Hospital L.A.
Our deepest condolences go out to Michael Anthony and his entire family. On Saturday, Michael took the news to Facebook, announcing he tragically lost his newborn grandson due to heart problems. "I recently lost my grandson Rex after turning just two weeks and one day old. We are tremendously proud of Rex. In the short time on earth he left a lasting impression that our … [Read more...]
Van Hagar Reforming Next Year? The TRUTH About the New Rumor
Whenever Van Halen is on hiatus, rumors tend to pop up. This year has been no exception. A new Van Halen rumor broke yesterday which states that the band is planning on touring in 2017 with Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony. We don’t have much to say about this, other than the fact that three of our tried and true sources are saying the rumor is simply not true. Van Halen are … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Awarded ‘Icon of the Year’ at RockGodz Hall of Fame Ceremony & Jam
Michael Anthony (Van Halen, Chickenfoot, The Circle) received the prestigious RockGodz Hall of Fame's ICON OF THE YEAR award on October 27, during their third RockGodz Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Show in Las Vegas, at Hard Rock Live. Note that Michael didn't receive a "Bass Player of the Year" award, but rather, the "ICON of the Year" award. That's because, in our … [Read more...]