For those not on twitter or Instagram, here's what Eddie just posted: Racing With Alex, Guess Who Won! #cars #Racing #music #Rock #vanhalen … [Read more...]
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Talent “Runs” In The Family: Aric Van Halen, Son Of Alex, Makes Headlines For Track & Field Accomplishments
Yes he runs, but it’s not with the devil. He also jumps, but you won’t find his back against a record machine. Instead, Aric Van Halen uses those abilities to compete among USA’s best in track & field. The 27-year old Aric, son of Van Halen drummer Alex Van Halen, made headlines for various news outlets including The New York Times, The Arizona Daily Star, and Ultimate … [Read more...]
Thinking of my Dad on Father’s Day
Edward Van Halen posted the following on Facebook today: "Thinking of my Dad on Father's Day and how much fun Alex and I had recording with him!" For more on Ed and Al's father, see our article Jan Van Halen's Story. … [Read more...]
Van Halen ‘Outta Love Again’ Cover by Jacob Deraps and Josh Gallagher
Premiering 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 II’s “Outta Love Again!" Jacob tells VHND, “This song totally showcases Alex's playing, and to me is one of the many reasons why Alex Van Halen is my favorite drummer. The drum tone is phenomenal and it grooves … [Read more...]
Ludwig Unveils Alex Van Halen Signature Snare
Ludwig Drums proudly unveiled the new Alex Van Halen Signature Snare at the NAMM show this weekend. Here's a sneak peek in photos and two videos. It's a limited edition (only 100 will be made). The list price is $1,699. We hear from Alex's camp that all 100 snares SOLD OUT on the first day of release at NAMM. it was the fastest sellout in Ludwig history! Note that it … [Read more...]
Van Halen 1984 Soundcheck Audio!
The internet is pretty cool sometimes. Back in 1984, a fan who somehow had access to the venue Van Halen was playing that night (San Francisco's Cow Palace) recorded a few minutes of the band's soundcheck. Hearing Eddie casually noodle around a bit is just great! Listen above. … [Read more...]
Unearthed: Video Interview with Alex Van Halen & Michael Anthony, 1981
Watch this newly unearthed video interview with Alex Van Halen and Michael Anthony filmed at a hotel in Madrid, Spain, during a promotional tour in 1981. The usual shenanigans ensue! … [Read more...]
Gene Simmons Talks Lost Seventies Van Halen Demos
While speaking with Rolling Stone about the 40th anniversary of Kiss' Destroyer earlier this month, Gene Simmons digressed to reflect on the anniversary of some other recordings he made in 1976: his demos with Van Halen. It was 40 years ago this summer that Simmons discovered Van Halen and recorded several demos with the band, including one electrifying session (which … [Read more...]
Van Halen Brothers Donate to The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation
Edward Van Halen at the The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation party Thursday night. "Not only did Eddie donate 75 guitars four years ago, he and his brother Alex just made a $100,000 donation to MHOF, which will keep instruments flowing to more kids and more schools for a long time! Tricia Steel, our Program Director just told Eddie that he’s as much of a rock star off stage to … [Read more...]
See Alex Van Halen’s 2015 Ludwig Drum Set at NAMM
The Ludwig Display at NAMM this weekend will showcase something very special... Alex Van Halen's 2015 Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set! A huge thank you to Ludwig for giving this rare glimpse of Alex's "Heavy Artillery." If you're going to NAMM, visit booth 4224 in Hall C. Most of these photos are from Ludwig's Facebook page. And of course, we'll be featuring Edward … [Read more...]
Van Halen Family Photo
A Van Halen family photo by Nigel Parry. … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Alex Van Halen’s 2015 Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set
Here's a special announcement from The Nashville Drummers Jam 7 Alex Van Halen Tribute, coming Dec. 14th. Alex's drum tech, John Douglas, was asked if he could bring a replica of Alex's 2015 Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set to the event. Watch JD's video above! The Nashville Drummers Jam 7 is a charity event that pulls in top players in Nashville that honors a drummer while … [Read more...]