Photo: Kevin Estrada From L.A. Weekly.com: Van Halen taught me how to be cool. No, that's a lie. I was never cool, especially not as a high school freshman, when I bought 1984 on vinyl at Sam Goody's at the mall in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. I was so uncool that I was almost too shy to buy it. The Police's Synchronicity? Sure, I plausibly looked like a kid who would (and … [Read more...]
Van Halen News
Eddie Van Halen SLIP-ON Sneakers Now Available!
Announcing the new EVH Slip-Ons! Eddie Van Halen's iconic guitar stripes on a classic slip-on shoe! Just slip 'em on and hit the ground runnin'! Currently available only at VanHalenStore.com, where they are in stock & shipping now. Order yours here! Low profile, slip-on canvas shoe similar to Vans. Elastic side accents for a nice fit without the hassle of … [Read more...]
Did Sammy Hagar Almost Replace Van Halen’s David Lee Roth in 1977?
We'll never forget the first time we heard the rumor. It was 1986, just when Van Halen started doing press around the release of “5150,” the band’s first album with Sammy Hagar. Band members were saying that even before they recorded their first album, someone within the Van Halen camp actually thought it would be a good idea to get rid of David Lee Roth and replace him … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s Ten Greatest Van Halen Song Lyrics
“If I should ever do a book of my lyrics it should come with a bong, a thesaurus, and a driver-side airbag.” – David Lee Roth Here is a list of the top ten Diamond Dave song lyrics. Some may lead you to deep thought, some may lead you to ruin, while others may lead you to utter confusion. 10) "When was the last time you did something for the first … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen’s New EVH Graphic Series Guitar Picks
Here's an exclusive look at the guitar picks Eddie Van Halen's been using on the 2015 tour! The graphic artwork on the new picks are sourced from some of the most widely recognized guitars in the world; Eddie Van Halen's "Frankenstein," white with black stripes guitar, black with yellow stripes guitar, "Circles" guitar and "Starbody" guitar. Without a doubt, these are the … [Read more...]
Back to the STONE AGE: Mark Stone Performs With Fan Halen
Van Halen's original bassist, Mark Stone, finally get's his moment in the spotlight! Mark Stone performed bass with the Van Halen brothers from 1972-1974, when the trio was known first as Genesis, then as Mammoth, and then Van Halen. Here's a very cool piece written for the Van Halen News Desk by Greg Renoff, author of Van Halen Rising. Photos by Arpi A Szasz of … [Read more...]
‘VAN HALEN RISING’ Launch Party TONIGHT in Pasadena! Meet Greg Renoff & Ted Templeman
Today (Friday, Oct 9 at 7PM) author Greg Renoff will launch his new book Van Halen Rising at ground zero for Van Halen history: right in the heart of Pasadena. He'll be doing a book signing and discussion at Vroman's Bookstore, which is located at 695 E. Colorado Blvd. He’ll also be joined by a Grammy-winning guest from the recording industry who will share stories and answer … [Read more...]
Van Halen Covers Queen: Unearthed from 1975!
The author of Van Halen Rising has unearthed yet another never heard recording! Listen to a very young Van Halen covering "Now I'm Here" by Queen, live at Pasadena High School on April 25, 1975! Listen to the recording, embedded above. Eddie Van Halen — the youngest member of the band — was only 20 years old! For the full, untold story of VH’s rise to fame, check out … [Read more...]
PHOTOS: Van Halen’s Last Show of 2015
Last night Van Halen played the final concert of their 41-date 2015 tour. It was the second performance at the historic Hollywood Bowl! LIVE GALLERY: FAN GALLERY: PHOTOS FROM MALCOLM VAN HALEN __________ Thanks Kenny - we had a great time on the tour! Let’s do it again sometime! Kenny Wayne Shepherd … [Read more...]
Van Halen Concludes 2015 Tour with Two Nights at the Hollywood Bowl!
photo: Jeff Coggins This is it! Van Halen is ending their 41-date 2015 tour with two performances in their hometown in a storied venue they've never played before — the famous Hollywood Bowl! (Friday, Oct 2nd & Sunday, Oct 4th). Are you ready?? Tune in tonight and tomorrow for photos and video from the first show! Drop Dead Legs / Feel Your Love Tonight / … [Read more...]
VAN HALEN RISING: Professional Reviews
Are you one of the people who are on the fence about ordering Van Halen Rising? We at the VHND guarantee you will absolutely love the book! But you don't have to take our word for it... here's some praise from other websites and music industry people: “I really loved reading Van Halen Rising. I couldn’t believe the insight Renoff has into the production process behind the … [Read more...]
Van Halen Rocks San Diego
Van Halen performed Wednesday Sept 30, in San Diego, CA, at the Sleep Train Amphitheatre. Photos below. LIVE GALLERY: FAN GALLERY: … [Read more...]