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...]
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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...]
Van Halen / Ray Charles Mashup: ‘Hit The Bottoms Jack’
Let's all celebrate the weekend and have a good time with the latest Bill McClintock Van Halen mashup! Music used in this mashup: Van Halen - Bottoms Up!, I'm the One Ray Charles - Hit the Road Jack The Isley Brothers - It's Your Thing [Random David-Lee-Rothing comes from Hot for Teacher, Running With the Devil, and You Really Got Me] Watch all of … [Read more...]
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...]
Van Halen Landmarks in Pasadena
Pasadena, California, is not just known for the Rose Bowl, historic architecture, or creation of the cheeseburger – it is also the birthplace of the Mighty Van Halen. Beyond rehearsing and writing many of the Van Halen classics in Pasadena, the city is where brothers Eddie and Alex Van Halen and frontman David Lee Roth grew up; bassist Michael Anthony was initially a resident … [Read more...]
Wolfgang Reacts To Alex Van Halen’s Drumming
Wolfgang Van Halen joins us in the Drumeo studio to celebrate the incredible legacy of his uncle, Alex Van Halen. In the video above, Wolf revisits iconic moments from Alex’s career—reacting to photos of his over-the-top drum kits, watching legendary drum solo footage, and—for the first time ever on camera—playing through eight of his favorite Van Halen tracks, including “On … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Comments On David Lee Roth’s Upcoming Tour
Sammy Hagar chimed in on the fact that both he and David Lee Roth are touring this summer, performing Van Halen songs. He posted the following comment on Instagram (we have edited the grammar for clarity): "If I may add my two cents here. Comparing us today or comparing us in the old days really is not what it's all about. It's all about Van Halen, one of the greatest bands, … [Read more...]
This Day in ’78: Van Halen’s Incredible Paris France Concert [Audio Recording]
On this day in 1978, Van Halen performed in Paris, France, for the first time. We have a funny story about their trip to Paris, a rare photo of the band posing by the Eiffel Tower, and an audio recording of their entire concert at the Theatre Mogador, where they perform "Voodoo Queen," (an early form of "Mean Street"), Eddie Chochran's "Summertime Blues," (also know from covers … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Announces 21-Date Summer Tour!
Summertime's here, babe, need somethin' to keep you cool?Better look out now, 'cause Dave's got somethin' for you! He's your Ice Cream Man, and all his flavors are guaranteed to satisfy! David Lee Roth has announced 21 new tour dates! These shows go on pre-sale tomorrow (Tuesday, May 6) at 10AM EDT via Ticketmaster. Roth returned to the stage Saturday night (May 3rd), … [Read more...]