Short and sweet yet full of possibilities. A recent Twitter post from David Lee Roth promises something new is coming soon... #SoggyBottom #DLR #DavidLeeRoth #DiamondDave pic.twitter.com/nQrMo4VlIl— David Lee Roth (@DavidLeeRoth) April 5, 2021 As fans know Roth has plenty of creative outlets including his artwork, The Roth Show podcast and the recently released … [Read more...]
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David Lee Roth Releases Artwork Inspired By Cardi B ‘WAP’ Controversy
David Lee Roth loves his W.A.P. That's Wings And Pizza. Get your filthy little minds out of the gutter! Roth has released his latest piece of original artwork and this one is inspired by the controversy followed by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's nationally televised performance of their popular 2020 song "WAP" at this year's Grammy … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony Had Plans To Perform With David Lee Roth In Vegas
Michael Anthony said he almost performed with David Lee Roth during his 2020 Las Vegas residency. Anthony was a recent guest on The Jeremy White Podcast and was asked about a possible future Anthony-Roth on stage reunion. "When [Dave] did his residence stuff in Las Vegas out here - of course it turned out where I couldn't do it anyway, I think Sammy [Hagar], we had … [Read more...]
When David Lee Roth Predicted 2021 In 1991’s ‘A Lil’ Ain’t Enough’ Video
David Lee Roth fans may recall it was right around this time in 1991 that the video for his single “A Lil’ Ain’t Enough” was in steady rotation on MTV. It was the lead single from the album released the previous month - 'A Little Ain't Enough'. The video was classic Dave. Plenty of outrageous characters (remember the little people chanting “OOH! AH! OOH! AH!"?), beautiful … [Read more...]
Van Halen Tour Stories With Guitar Tech Tom Weber & Keyboard Tech Greg Rule
From controversial keyboard mishaps to giant show-stopping bugs, Van Halen guitar tech Tom Weber and keyboard tech Greg Rule shared over two-hours worth of must-hear tour stories during a recent podcast appearance. Weber, who worked with Van Halen in 2007 & 2015, along with Rule, who worked with the band in 2015, appeared on The Jeremy White Podcast and Rock Talk with … [Read more...]
Paul Stanley On Van Halen’s ’78 Debut, How Eddie Van Halen Influenced ’80s KISS
Paul Stanley recalled the impact of Van Halen's 1978 debut album and how Eddie Van Halen influenced the KISS sound in the decade that followed on the Jeremy White Podcast. "They took the world by storm. They were an amazing, amazing band," Stanley told host Jeremy White when asked about Van Halen's first album, which was released 43 years ago this month (2/10/78). "Dave … [Read more...]
Happy Valentines From Dave
David Lee Roth is wishing fans an early Happy Valentines Day. He posted a photo of him with his late dog Russ on social media. The photo also includes lyrics from the Beatles 1965 song "In My Life": "There are faces I remember...". Below is the post via Dave's Instagram page: View this post on Instagram A post shared by David Lee Roth (@davidleeroth) … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Looks To A Better Tomorrow In 2021
Can't wait for this year to end? You're not alone. David Lee Roth is already celebrating the arrival of 2021. Roth posted his latest illustration to Twitter today, which depicts Dave aka "D Ro" in a Volkswagon Beetle headed for the skies. He also included his own personal resolution: "We'll try again tomorrow..." Here's hoping we'll get to see the real Dave in action once … [Read more...]
Ultimate Classic Rock: David Lee Roth, Wolfgang Van Halen Songs Among Best Of The Year
Ultimate Classic Rock has included Dave Lee Roth's "Somewhere Over The Rainbow Bar & Grill" and Wolfgang Van Halen's "Distance" on their list of 2020's best rock songs. Saying this year has been a difficult one for Van Halen fans is an understatement. That's why seeing Roth and Wolfgang get some cred for their musical achievements is certainly welcomed. As UCR aptly put … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Van Halen Tour Jacket To Be Auctioned At ‘MusiCares Charity Relief Auction’
Julien's Auctions has announced the lineup of items up for bidding next month at MusiCares Charity Relief Auction and among them is an on-stage jacket worn by David Lee Roth. The black jacket embroidered with rhinestones was worn by Roth during Van Halen's highly successful 2007-2008 tour, Roth's first with the band since 1984. The jacket was also seen in a photo Roth … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Releases Holiday Illustration
David Lee Roth can hear the sound of the North Pole calling, calling, calling... Our favorite skyscraping rock star has just returned from Camp Santa and posted a holiday illustration for fans to view, ponder and interpret however our beholding eyes prefer. Happy Holidays Dave from everyone at the Van Halen News Desk and keep on reaching for the skies...no matter how cold … [Read more...]
Listen To Paul Gilbert Play David Lee Roth Vocals On Guitar
Mr. Big guitarist Paul Gilbert appeared on Dweezil Zappa's "Runnin' With The Dweezil" podcast to discuss the influence Van Halen has had on his musical life. It turns out Eddie Van Halen's classic riffs aren't the only thing he enjoys playing. "Playing vocals on guitar - that's my hobby lately, and one of my favorite singers to copy is David Lee Roth on the guitar," said … [Read more...]