In this episode of EVH Gear Discussion, host Eric Broadbent and co-host Marc Huzansky talk with two of the most popular young musicians on the internet – at least when it comes to Van Halen - Jacob Deraps and Josh Gallagher! The interview took place Friday night at 9pm Eastern. It was a fun night and a look into what makes these talented kids tick! Watch it above. If you've … [Read more...]
Van Halen News
Watch These Kids’ Blistering Cover of Van Halen’s ‘5150’!
It's 5150 time! Premiered exclusively on the Van Halen News Desk, watch this brand new video by guitarist Jacob Deraps and drummer Josh Gallagher, where they rip through Van Halen's "5150"! From the original Tama Rosewood Snare, to the Germino 1968 Plexi Replica, as well as the performance and energy, they have it all to make it a very enjoyable quality cover to watch and … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s VMA D-Day (‘Dave & Dave Unchained’ Podcast)
Embed from Getty Images Twenty years ago Van Halen reunited with David Lee Roth at the 1996 MTV Video Music Awards after being apart for 12 years. But the reunion was short-lived as the band’s temporary bonding moment imploded after 5 minutes on stage and some uncomfortable exchanges in the Press Room. In episode 6, “Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen Podcast” … [Read more...]
Jacob Deraps Tackles His Favorite Song, Van Halen’s ‘I’m The One’
Everyone know that it's hard to replicate Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing and sound. "I'm the One" from the debut album is particularly hard to play. It's swing feel is something most people will lack and Eddie's blistering solos and licks are all the way through it. And let's not forget the tone! Jacob Deraps came up with a new recording of his favorite song where you can … [Read more...]
Charity Auction: Van Halen Photos by Mark Weiss
Iconic photographer Mark Weiss has donated Limited Edition, Autographed classic rock photos to benefit RockItLive - KIDS THAT ROCK! See his three Van Halen photos and bid on them at CharityBuzz.com. (Update: Auction ended Sept 20th) Mark Weiss is an American rock n' roll photographer who grew up at the Jersey shore sneaking into concerts in the 70's and selling his photos … [Read more...]
WATCH: Van Halen’s ‘Mean Street’ Intro Performed on Keyboard
We've heard Eddie's amazing intro to "Mean Street" a million times, and it still get's our fur up! Well, today we're featuring it on keyboard, performed by famous keyboardist Derek Sherinian. We think you'll dig it! Derek Sherinian is a keyboardist who has toured and recorded for Alice Cooper, Billy Idol, Yngwie Malmsteen, Kiss, and Joe Bonamassa. He was also a member of … [Read more...]
Rock Icons: David Lee Roth by Michael Starr
Michael Starr from the hilarious hair metal band Steel Panther tells TeamRock's Matt Stock why Diamond Dave is his favorite rock frontman of all time. Steel Panther's Michael Starr salutes rock's ultimate showman, David Lee Roth My first introduction to Van Halen was in 1978. My brother played guitar and he was really into them but I didn’t know anything about them since … [Read more...]
Van Halen ‘Monsters of Rock’ Sweden, 1984
On this day in 1984, Van Halen rocked Sweden for the first time! Here's a fantastic shot of The Mighty Van Halen performing at Rasunda Stadium in Stockholm during that very day. This was part of the "Monsters of Rock" stadium shows that wrapped up the legendary 1984 tour. Besides this unique photo, here's an excellent sounding audience recording of that very concert! … [Read more...]
Video: Complete Sammy Hagar Interview on ‘Oprah: Where Are They Now?’
Last week, the Oprah Network gave VHND an exclusive video of Sammy Hagar's quote about Van Halen from his new interview with Oprah: Where Are They Now? Today we're featuring the complete 10 minute Sammy Hagar segment from Oprah: Where Are They Now?, which aired last Saturday, August 20th, 2016. The video is embedded above. As the frontman for rock bands Montrose and the … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Apologizes to Van Halen (Exclusive Video)
How does Sammy Hagar feel about Van Halen today? The Van Halen News Desk has been given an exclusive video teaser from the Oprah Winfrey Network about their upcoming interview with Sammy. He says something to Van Halen that he’s never said before. Watch the video teaser, above. This week’s episode of 'OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?' airing this Saturday, August 20, at 10pm ET//PT … [Read more...]
Photos: Eddie Van Halen Live at Molson Amphitheatre Toronto
Last year was a crazy year for the VHND because of Van Halen's North American tour. Because there was so much going on, we somehow missed out on featuring these incredible photos of Van Halen performing live exactly one year ago at Toronto's Molson Amphitheatre. Here's some incredible photos (pretty much just Eddie!) and the concert review from Eric Broadbent at Design39Media. … [Read more...]
Martha Quinn Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love With David Lee Roth
"I was so intent on not being razzle-dazzled by him" — Martha Quinn Martha Quinn was one of the iconic five original MTV VJs. She looks back at the early days of MTV in a new interview, as the history-making cable channel that launched her career (not to mention the careers of hundreds of pop artists) celebrates its big 35th birthday. Quinn was just 22 years old at the time … [Read more...]