From VintageRock.com: Vintage Rock sat down with EVH Gear's Product Manager, Chris Cannella, for a chat about what’s new and what’s ahead in EVH-land… Some interesting comments by Cannella, who winks at the camera while answering a question about a new Van Halen album, while following that up with “you’re gonna see a lot more of Ed this year... hopefully by the summer.” … [Read more...]
Van Halen News
Neil Zlozower’s second Van Halen photo book due later this year
Neil Zlozower's coffee table photo book, Van Halen: A Visual History, 1978-1984, is probably the best Van Halen book ever put together. The response to the book has been incredible, with virtually all feedback positive and all reviews glowing. The only complaint that fans had was that they wished there was a "Part Two." Well, good news... Zlozower has been working on a … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s “On Fire” covered by Stryper (full song)
Here is the full version of Stryper's cover of Van Halen's "On Fire". You can read more about the original version here. … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar’s Autobiography RED: My Uncensored Life in Rock now available for pre-order
In his autobiography RED: My Uncensored Life In Rock, set for release on March 15th through HarperCollins, Sammy Hagar tells the outrageous and unbelievable stories of his rise through rock music, detailing how his voice became instantly recognizable all over the world. Lavishing readers with behind the scenes stories from Van Halen, one of the biggest rock groups in history, … [Read more...]
What To Learn from the VH Guitar Hero Isolated Tracks
From WoodTone.com: If you’re a diehard Van Halen fan, the only thing you know for sure is that no one can get “THAT” exact sound but Ed himself. Yes, some people’s fingers can sound like Ed’s and some people’s rigs can sound like Ed’s, but to put it all together…. You might swear it’s been done. If so, get me a recording of it! Anyhow, a couple of tone bloodhounds … [Read more...]
“I heard you missed us! We’re back!” Van Halen’s vinyl reissues
From TampaBay.com: A few days ago a listener to our Stuck in the '80s podcast hit us with a seismic question: If you could travel back in time, what band would you want to see perform in its prime with its original lineup? Now, instead of saying the Beatles or Sly Stone or something critic-snobby like Big Star, I blurted, “Van Halen circa the 1984 album!” Reasons for this … [Read more...]
HUGE VAN HALEN UPDATE: Van Halen’s 2011 Plans and The TRUTH Behind The Rumors
The following breaking news is sure to come as a welcome Holiday gift for Van Halen fans around the world who've been dying to know if the band is planning on releasing new music or touring in the near future. Sources tell the Van Halen News Desk that the band is very eager to tour, and that they want to tour behind new material. Eddie Van Halen has been very busy during … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Striped Flip Flops Now Available!
VanHalenStore.com is proud to announce the release of EVH Brand Signature Striped Flip Flops from legendary rock guitar icon Eddie Van Halen. The Premium Flip Flops sport the iconic Van Halen stripes from Eddie's guitars. The Flip Flops are available in Red with White and Black stripes, modeled after his infamous red, white and black striped Frankenstein guitar, White with … [Read more...]
Make it a Striped Christmas
Hi & Low Top EVH Sneakers Quality and affordability are the rule with EVH accessories, including knit beanies, silk ties and bandanas, available with the classic Eddie Van Halen Frankenstein striped theme. 100% cotton knit beanies and bandanas are hip and trendy accessories for everyone. Unisex Tee-shirts are a staple for any wardrobe with a soft and … [Read more...]
Roy Orbison featuring Eddie Van Halen – “Oh, Pretty Woman” (BRAT Mashup)
From BratProductions.com: TRACKS: Roy Orbison - "Oh, Pretty Woman" (re-edited album version) Eddie Van Halen - "Oh, Pretty Woman" (only the guitar track via unnamed source) DESCRIPTION: What would it have been like it Eddie Van Halen and Roy Orbison had a proper duet on "Oh, Pretty Woman"? Well, I try to answer that question with this. This is the original 1964 Roy … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth, Sammy Hagar, and Michael Anthony ink deals with Warner/Chappell
Some interesting behind the scenes business going on... Warner/Chappell recently inked deals with legendary rockers David Lee Roth, Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, all of Van Halen fame. As part of the new agreement, Warner/Chappell acquired the entire catalog of songs written by Sammy Hagar — songwriter guitarist, and former lead singer of Van Halen (1986 through 1996) … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen: The David Lee Roth Era
From former Guitar Player writer Jas Obrecht's blog: Eddie Van Halen: The David Lee Roth Era With the release of 1978’s self-titled Van Halen album, 23-year-old Eddie Van Halen rewrote the rules of rock guitar. His sheer speed, unusual note choices, inspired finger tapping and whammy work, and fiery tone inspired guitarists everywhere. His impact was especially felt among … [Read more...]