TheTourBus.com has recently interviewed Sammy Hagar, and today they posted just a quick, 90 second clip from it, when they asked Sammy what he thought about the Van Halen/David Lee Roth reunion. Sammy Hagar: "The reunion with Dave was the greatest thing they could have done. I think it was so outta sight. But why didn't they just keep Mike just one more time?" … [Read more...]
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New Van Halen books hitting the shelves
Two books we're sure you guys are gonna want to know about: First up is "Everybody Wants Some: The Van Halen Saga," by Ian Christe, a noted rock writer who also penned "Sound of the Beast: The Complete Headbanging History of Heavy Metal." Pictured above, the book is a hardcover that tells the band's story from childhood up through events as recent as 2007. It's available … [Read more...]
Sammy: “I wouldn’t do it without Mike.”
Sammy Hagar spoke with KNAC.com's Jeff Kerby today, and had a thing or two to say about Van Halen's decision to head out on tour without founding bassist Michael Anthony. Sammy's remarks included his recollection of the Van Halen brothers wanting to mount 2004's Sammy Hagar-fronted Van Halen tour without Mike: " I wouldn’t do it without Mike. On the last reunion, and I’m … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony addresses VH snubbing
Michael Anthony has posted the following message on his blog: Thanks For The support!! First of all, I hope all of you are having a great Summer!! I want to thank everyone for all the support you've shown me during the past months. It's all been pretty crazy, and I just wanted to bring you all up to speed. Alot of you have been asking about the upcoming Van Halen tour and … [Read more...]
Sammy & Michael unveil tour dates
The first batch of dates are in for Sammy's upcoming tour, which will also feature Michael Anthony: September 2007 15 - Phoenix, AZ - US Airways Center 29 - Novato, CA - Stafford Lake October 2007 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13 - Cabo San Lucas, Mexico - Cabo Wabo Cantina 19 - Biloxi, MS - Beau Rivage Resort & Casino 20 - Houston, TX - Verizon Wireless Theatre 23-24 - … [Read more...]
Sammy and Michael Livin’ It Up on the road again
Looks like Sam and Mike are gearing up for a major tour that kicks off later this year. Here's the full press release from Sammy's publicist: Forget birthday candles, Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famer and former Van Halen front man Sammy Hagar will celebrate his birthday in unique rock 'n' roll fashion. Hagar has announced plans to launch an upcoming cross-country tour to include 60 … [Read more...]
Sammy’s new DVD out now
"Sammy & The Wabos: Livin' It Up in St. Louis," a new DVD shot during Sammy's 2006 tour, is out now. Footage includes Sammy, Michael Anthony, David Lauser and Vic Johnson---a.k.a. The Other Half---performing a full set of Van Halen tunes. Complete details about the DVD are posted at VanHalenStore.com. … [Read more...]
Father Wolfie Knows Best
Good news for everyone who thought having Wolfgang Van Halen replace Michael Anthony was a bad idea. From Blabbermouth.net: Wolfgang Van Halen, the 16-year-old son of VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen and the projected replacement for VH bassist Michael Anthony, has told People magazine that he isn't disappointed there will be no VAN HALEN tour this summer following his … [Read more...]
Mike and Sam Rock Hall Q&A
Mike and Sam appeared in the press room after accepting their Rock Hall trophies, and answered some questions. Here are some highlights: Mike, after being asked why he wasn't invited to participate in the now-postponed summer reunion tour with Dave: "I don't know. I'm here. I'm ready to play. The people wanna hear it. Sammy and I are out there giving the fans what they … [Read more...]
Van Halen inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Couple of things: Though a glorious invention, the Internet can sometimes be a pain in the ass. Translation: We originally did not catch Mike's initial words during his acceptance speech last night, which were a personal message to Eddie. They are now included in the transcript below. Streaming video of specific segments from the ceremony are now available on demand via … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s Rock Hall induction is tonight
Those with VH1 Classic can watch tonight's ceremony live starting at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Those without can watch it live online HERE. And those who want to wait can watch a two-hour edited version that premieres on VH1 this Saturday (3/17). As it stands now, it looks like Sammy and Mike are the only two members expected to be on hand. Velvet Revolver will … [Read more...]
Band name: two words, starts with ‘V’ …
"And now, ladies and gentlemen, in honor of their induction tonight into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, please welcome to the stage ... VVVVVVVaaaan ... er, uh ... ahem ... I mean, VVVVVVelvet Revolver!" So here's how next Monday's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony is shaping up: Sammy, Mike and Dave are expected to attended. Conflicting reports in recent days have … [Read more...]