On March 19th, 1980, Van Halen launched their unforgettable "1980 INVASION" Tour! Enjoy these AMAZING, newly unearthed photos from that tour. These are extra special because the 1980 tour is probably the least photographed early Van Halen tour, despite how visually awesome the band and stage was. These shots give us glimpses of some rarely seen aspects of their early … [Read more...]
Van Halen News
Sammy Hagar on “If” and “When” a Van Halen Reunion Happens
In a recent interview with the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, Sammy Hagar was asked the inevitable question about what he feels about the possibility of a reunion with his old Van Halen bandmates: One subject Hagar is not comfortable talking about is Van Halen. When asked what he would do if the group called him to come back, he said he wasn’t sure. “My favorite thing to say … [Read more...]
‘Van Halen’ 38th Anniversary!
On this day in 1978, Van Halen's debut album was released! Van Halen's magnificent 1978 self-titled debut album simultaneously rewrote the rules of rock guitar and hard rock in general. It's one of those rare debut albums — think The Doors, Jimi Hendrix’s Are You Experienced, Led Zeppelin— that simply announces itself. Guitarist Eddie Van Halen redefines what the electric … [Read more...]
Broncos/Van Halen Parody of ‘Panama’ — ‘Omaha’
In light of the Broncos playing the Super Bowl, here's "Panama" with a Broncos twist! Denver artist Christopher C. Romero does a cover/parody of Van Halen’s ‘Panama’ with a Broncos spin to it. ‘Omaha’ is enough to get you pumped for this Sunday’s game. Good luck trying to get it out of your head…. … [Read more...]
Video: Van Halen Fan Crashes Stage – Gets Treated Great!
Usually, when a fan crashes the stage of a rock concert, things don't go quite like the fan planned. Well, the stars must have been aligned just right for this fan, who jumped on stage during a Van Halen concert during their 1991-1992 tour, in support of 'For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge.' … [Read more...]
Rodeo Delight!
Rodeo Delight! Van Halen's David Lee Roth having some fun today at the annual PBR (Professional Bull Riders) event in Anaheim. This photo was tweeted by Tanner Byrne, who said, "Pleasure to show Mr David Lee Roth of Van Halen around the PBR scene today." #davidleeroth #diamonddave #dlr #vanhalen #pbr #oclife #oc #949 #orangecounty #rodeo #bull #muscle … [Read more...]
Van Halen Featured in Super Bowl Commercial! (UPDATED with 3 Versions)
Watch Acura's Big Game commercial above, featuring a Van Halen classic! Now Updated with the Extended & Short versions, below. There's a total of three commercials. Acura Rolls Out American-made NSX Supercar with Super Bowl Commercial Set to Van Halen Classic, Runnin' with the Devil Acura has made three commercials featuring the NSX set to the wailing yells of Van … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Responds to Sammy Hagar’s Birthday Wishes!
Sammy Hagar tweeted Eddie Van Halen Birthday wishes today, to the surprise of rock fans. "Happy Birthday Eddie - hope you’re doing good." An even bigger surprise was when Eddie thanked him. Both tweets are embedded below. Thoughts? Happy Birthday Eddie - hope you’re doing good. #5150time #BestOfBothWorlds pic.twitter.com/SwTKiwGkXt — Sammy Hagar (@sammyhagar) … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday, Edward Van Halen!
Happy 61st Birthday, Edward Van Halen! Please visit Eddie Van Halen's bio page at VHND. … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar on the 21st Anniversary of Van Halen’s #1 Album “Balance”
Listen to Sammy Hagar share some personal history around the release of Van Halen's Balance album. This video was released today, on the 21st anniversary of the album. "Although it is mixed with both dark and light, I am very proud of this album — the last great Van Halen record of all original material to hit #1!" —Sammy Listen to the video above. And visit VHND's … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Addresses Van Halen Rumors
Today on his Facebook page, Michael Anthony addressed rumors that he might be back in Van Halen: I want to clarify some confusion surrounding a recent picture from a video shoot for my new Schecter Signature Bass that will be debuting at NAMM next week. Apparently, because a road case with the name "Van Halen" on it is in the photo (which was taken by someone off to the side … [Read more...]
Van Halen Voted Best Live Act of 2015
In the new issue of Guitar World featuring the Eddie Van Halen cover story, we see that our boys won "Best Live Act" in the Guitar World 2015 Reader's Poll! Congrats, guys! Van Halen’s 2015 tour may be over, but you can relive the memories by enjoying photos, videos, and reviews for each show on our 2015 Tour Page! … [Read more...]