Today marks the release of the Balance Expanded Editions. To celebrate, Van Halen has uploaded the official video of "Amsterdam" in HD. This song is one of our favorites from the Sammy era, thanks to Edward Van Halen's incredible lead and rhythm playing.... plus that insane guitar solo! We've never seen the video look this clear and clean... a real treat! Watch the video, … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen’s 1982 Kramer Guitar Expected to Fetch $2M-3M at Sotheby’s Auction
A piece of rock history is set to hit the block. Sotheby's New York will auction Rocker Eddie Van Halen's 1982 Kramer electric guitar during the house's inaugural Grails Week from Oct. 21-28. According to estimates, the guitar, which was custom-built for the Van Halen star, is expected to fetch between $2 million and $3 million. A previous Sotheby's sale for a guitar owned … [Read more...]
Balance Expanded Editions in Stock & Shipping Now at Van Halen Store
Great news! The Balance Expanded Editions are IN STOCK & SHIPPING NOW at Van Halen Store! Van Halen’s Balance turns 30 this year, and Rhino is celebrating with an expanded edition of the band’s multi-platinum tenth studio album. It follows last year’s successful reissue of For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge (Expanded Edition) and concludes Rhino’s spotlight on … [Read more...]
1980’s Home Video: Yankee Rose
It's 1986, and Paul and his little sister are going to perform a new song from Diamond Dave. '39 years ago today, my sister and I remade the intro from David Lee Roth's "Yankee Rose" music video! My doctor says I have to take a laxative!' These kids remind us of how life was growing up in the eighties, and illustrate the influence of MTV, Van Halen, and David Lee Roth on … [Read more...]
Van Halen – Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do) (Official Video) [HD]
Watch the newly remastered HD version of Van Halen's "Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do)" video, from the upcoming Balance Expanded Edition Deluxe Box Set. Van Halen - Balance Expanded Edition (Official Trailer) Van Halen’s Balance turns 30 this year, and Rhino is celebrating with an expanded edition of the band’s multi-platinum tenth studio … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s Best Talking Moments in Van Halen Songs
From wild intros to legendary ad-libs, this compilation highlights the best talking parts from Van Halen and David Lee Roth songs, spanning nearly four decades of Diamond Dave’s studio greatness. Featuring unforgettable moments from Panama, Hot For Teacher, Unchained, And The Cradle Will Rock… and more. Edited by Darren Paltrowitz, the author of DLR Book: How David Lee … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen: Unearthed 1991 ‘For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge’ Audio Interview
Jas Obrecht has just released another never-heard audio interview with Eddie Van Halen! From Obrecht's YouTube Channel Talking Guitar: Jas Obrecht's Music Magazine: Here is the world debut of one of Eddie Van Halen’s happiest interviews. On the day it took place he was celebrating the recent birth of his son Wolfgang, his relationship with Valerie was going strong, and … [Read more...]
Van Halen Deserves a ‘Back To The Beginning’ Concert Celebration
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...]
Wolfgang Van Halen’s MAMMOTH Announces Third Album ‘The End’, Shares New Single/Video For ‘The Spell’
GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Wolfgang Van Halen has unveiled all the information for his upcoming third album, The End. The album is slated for release on October 24. The 10-track record clocks in at 39 minutes and showcases the evolution of Wolf and his songwriting since he launched his solo career in 2020. Recorded at … [Read more...]
Van Halen Celebrates Balance’s 30th Anniversary with Expanded Edition: Rarities, Unreleased Live Tracks & More
(June 25, 2025 - Los Angeles, CA) Van Halen’s Balance turns 30 this year, and Rhino is celebrating with an expanded edition of the band’s multi-platinum tenth studio album. It follows last year’s successful reissue of For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge (Expanded Edition) and concludes Rhino’s spotlight on the band’s classic albums from the Hagar era. Van Halen’s 10th studio … [Read more...]
Dweezil Zappa: Eddie Van Halen Was ‘Like a Puppy Running in a Field’
As a 12-year-old, Dweezil fell in love with Edward Van Halen’s guitar playing. Then, one random night, Edward called to speak to his famous father, Frank Zappa. 20 Minutes later, a 27-year-old Edward Van Halen showed up at his door with a guitar and looking like he just walked off the cover of Van Halen’s Women and Children First album - jumpsuit, Van Halen necklace, and … [Read more...]
Wolfgang Shares Home Video For Father’s Day
For Father's Day, Wolfgang shared a short clip of a home movie on his social media. "Happy Father’s Day, Pop. Missing you today and every other day." … [Read more...]