What happens when the high-energy guitar riffs and iconic anthems of Van Halen get reimagined through the smooth grooves of funk? This AI-generated mashup takes the band’s timeless classics and flips them into a whole new world of rhythm, bass, and groove. If you’ve ever wondered how Eddie Van Halen’s legendary sound would blend with a funk vibe, this is the ultimate “what if” … [Read more...]
Van Halen News
‘Van Halen: A Visual Biography’
A new Van Halen book was just published and is now available at Van Halen Store. Here are all the details: Presenting the NEW SOFTCOVER EDITION of Van Halen: A Visual Biography by Martin Popoff, following the now out-of-print hardcover release. (This edition showcases a stunning new cover photo of Eddie Van Halen.) This visually stunning book spans 224 pages. With roughly … [Read more...]
Birthday Bash Videos: Sammy Hagar & Friends Sing Happy Birthday To David Lee Roth + Much More! [Updated]
Updated 10/14/25 with 10/13 videos embedded first. Live from the Cabo Wabo! Sammy's Birthday Bash is underway at the Cabo Wabo Cantina in Cabo San Lucas for four incredible nights on October 7th, 9th, 11th, and 13th (his birthday). The band this year is Sammy, Michael Anthony, Vic Johnson, Kenny Aronoff, and several other talented musicians. Each year, the birthday bashes … [Read more...]
Did Van Halen Ruin Rock Music?
Did Van Halen inadvertently contribute to the decline of ‘80s rock? This video delves into their groundbreaking sound, the wave of "hair metal" imitators—many of whom missed the essence, leading to commercialized, diluted versions—and the eventual rebellion led by the grunge movement. … [Read more...]
A Farewell to the King, Part 2
By Chris Gill [Originally written in 2020 for Guitar World. Part 1 is here. Here is Part 2, below:] My favorite interview with Ed was a cover story for Guitar Aficionado, where he invited me to his 5150 studio to view about 40 guitars from his collection. Ed told illuminating stories about each guitar, and I quickly realized he could find the songs lurking in any … [Read more...]
A Farewell to the King
Chris Gill, who interviewed Eddie Van Halen 15 times between 1995 and 2016, offers a heartfelt tribute to one of the greatest guitarists the world has ever known. [Originally written in 2020 for Guitar World] EDWARD VAN HALEN IS GONE. The greatest guitarist of our generation left this earth on October 6, 2020, after succumbing to a long, painful battle with cancer … [Read more...]
10th Anniversary Photo Galleries: Van Halen Onstage & Backstage at the Hollywood Bowl
Ten years ago today, Van Halen completed their 41-date North American 2015 tour with two performances in their hometown in a storied venue they’ve never played before — the famous Hollywood Bowl! These two historic shows turned out to be the last concerts of their career. Enjoy galleries from these two shows below, featuring concert photos and images of … [Read more...]
Van Halen Mashup: Van Summer – “I’ll Wait for Bad Girls”
Enjoy the latest Bill McClintock Van Halen mashup! Music featured in this mashup: Van Halen - I'll Wait Donna Summer - Bad Girls David Lee Roth - Ladies' Night in Buffalo? (Steve Vai) Ozzy Osbourne - Breaking All the Rules (Zakk Wylde) *Additional David-Lee-Rothing brought to you by Yankee Rose, Panama, Runnin' With the Devil, and Everybody Wants Some!! Watch … [Read more...]
In Memory of Mark Stone
A special article today. Greg Renoff, author of Van Halen Rising, has been asked by the widow of original Van Halen bassist, Mark Stone, to post something about Mark on social media. We're sharing it here on VHND, so that she can read the comments, thoughts, and memories posted online about her dear, late husband... "Darlene Stone -- the wife of the late Mark Stone, who was … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar Shares Video of Van Halen’s 1995 Performance During Denver Blizzard
Thirty years ago this week, Van Halen performed during a surprise snowstorm in Denver! Those who were there will never forget it. To commemorate the occasion, Sammy Hagar has just uploaded a two-minute video teaser from the band's own video recording of the show! (Watch it, embedded above). Sammy Hagar posted this today on social media: Sammy: "I'll never forget … [Read more...]
40 Years Ago: Eddie Van Halen and Sammy Hagar First Perform Together
In a way, the birth of Van Halen Mach 2, "Van Hagar," was 40 years ago today. It was during the summer of 1985 that rock fans heard the devastating news that Van Halen and David Lee Roth had split up. There were rumors that the band was going to look for a new singer, but that's all that anyone knew. Embed from Getty Images It was … [Read more...]
The EVH ‘Super ’78’ Flannel by Dixxon
EVH and Dixxon Flannel Company ("Flannels That Don't Suck!") are thrilled to announce their second collaboration - the Eddie Van Halen SUPER '78 Flannel! Paying tribute to Eddie Van Halen’s first iconic version of the famous Frankenstein design, the Super '78. A black-and-white pattern inspired by a guitar and sound that redefined rock. This collab piece is custom-built … [Read more...]