From MusicRadar (photo by Ross Halfin): Van Halen, Chickenfoot bassist reveals influences As the bass player for Van Halen, Michael Anthony held down the fort - wherever guitarist Eddie Van Halen wanted to go, Anthony was right there, guiding the ship, providing a fat yet nimble musical bed for whatever was to come. Not as easy as it sounds. And Anthony steers a … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony
The Top 10 Most Overlooked Band Members
Michael Anthony made Spike.com's list of "The Top 10 Most Overlooked Band Members" We all know that being in a band is a team effort. It’s never a one-man show. So it’s unfortunate sometimes when fans just assume the lead singer writes all the lyrics and the guitarist is the only one composing the music. This is why we need to give a few shout-outs to some of the most talented … [Read more...]
World premiere video for “LOUD”
Sammy Hagar's official video for "LOUD" debuted today. From his Cosmic Universal Fashion CD. Hot chicks, cool cars, and of course, LOUD music from Sammy! Sammy on vocals, Mikey on bass, Billy Duffy on guitar, and Matt Sorum on drums. … [Read more...]
Chickenfoot tease
"Chickenfoot", the code-name for the new band featuring Sammy Hagar on vocals, Michael Anthony on bass, Joe Satriani on guitar & Chad Smith on drums, has an official website! Chickenfoot.us posted a little tease from the studio. The short audio clip is the only thing on the website so far, but it sounds very promising. Check it out! There's still no word on whether or … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays
From Mad Anthony's Cafe: Whew, is it Holiday season again already?? I hope all of you had a great year and are ready to finish it off in grand style!! First, I want to wish everyone out there "Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year"!! Party hard, but party safe. Second, I want to update you on the status of "Chickenfoot." Chad and I just got back this week from recording … [Read more...]
VHND’s exclusive interview with Michael Anthony (Complete)
The final two segments are up of our exclusive interview with Michael Anthony, which was conducted in October, 2008. Below are all 8 segments. We hope you enjoy the interview. Part 1, Chickenfoot: Part 2, VH Bootlegs & Unreleased footage: Part 3, Van Halen: Part 4, Van Halen, continued Part 5, The internet, newest VH books, Michael's … [Read more...]
VHND’s exclusive interview with Michael Anthony, Parts 5 & 6
Here's the next two parts of our exclusive interview with Michael Anthony, conducted last month in Cabo. Parts 1 & 2 were posted a couple weeks ago, here. Parts 3 & 4 were posted last week, here. The final two segments will be posted in a few days. Enjoy. Part 5: The Internet, the Newest VH Books, Basses: Part 6: Hot Sauce, Mad Anthony Xpress: … [Read more...]
VHND’s exclusive interview with Michael Anthony, Parts 3 & 4
Here's the next two parts of our exclusive interview with Michael Anthony, conducted last month in Cabo. Parts 1 & 2 were posted a couple weeks ago, here. Parts 4 & 5 will be posted next week. Enjoy. Part 3: Van Halen (9:35) Part 4: Van Halen, continued (8:34) … [Read more...]
VHND’s Exclusive Interview with Michael Anthony (Complete)
Here's our complete exclusive interview with Michael Anthony, conducted last month in Cabo (Oct, 2008). All 8 parts are embedded below, for your listening pleasure... When we announced that we were going to have an exclusive interview with ex-Van Halen bass player, Michael Anthony, we asked people to give us their questions to use in the interview for Michael . This led to … [Read more...]
Rockin’ Cabo!
Sammy Hagar's Birthday Bash 2008 "Where the land ends and the party begins"... Written by: Jeff & Beth Welcome to the Van Halen News Desk's HUGE "Cabo Wabo Birthday Bash" write-up, which features our review of the bash, as well as PHOTO galleries, VIDEOS of Sammy and Van Halen playing the bashes, and newly imported Cabo Wabo merchandise! Enjoy! For those of you who … [Read more...]
School Of Rock with Michael Anthony
From: Mad Anthony Cafe: (NOTE: Video & other photos from this are no longer online) Mad Anthony was a special guest of the Paul Green School of Rock when they performed a Van Halen tribute concert at the Knitting Factory in Hollywood, CA on October 4. Michael joined the students to jam on two hard rocking songs from VH's 1978 debut album - "I'm the One" and "Atomic … [Read more...]
YOUR QUESTIONS for Michael Anthony
The Van Halen News Desk will be conducting an exclusive interview with Michael Anthony in the very near future and this is your chance to ask the questions. Feel free to submit your own questions to be used in the interview with the legendary Van Halen bass player! Simply add your question to the Comments section below. We'll pick the best and ask them during the interview. … [Read more...]