Mike and Sam appeared in the press room after accepting their Rock Hall trophies, and answered some questions. Here are some highlights: Mike, after being asked why he wasn't invited to participate in the now-postponed summer reunion tour with Dave: "I don't know. I'm here. I'm ready to play. The people wanna hear it. Sammy and I are out there giving the fans what they … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony
Van Halen inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Couple of things: Though a glorious invention, the Internet can sometimes be a pain in the ass. Translation: We originally did not catch Mike's initial words during his acceptance speech last night, which were a personal message to Eddie. They are now included in the transcript below. Streaming video of specific segments from the ceremony are now available on demand via … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s Rock Hall induction is tonight
Those with VH1 Classic can watch tonight's ceremony live starting at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Those without can watch it live online HERE. And those who want to wait can watch a two-hour edited version that premieres on VH1 this Saturday (3/17). As it stands now, it looks like Sammy and Mike are the only two members expected to be on hand. Velvet Revolver will … [Read more...]
Band name: two words, starts with ‘V’ …
"And now, ladies and gentlemen, in honor of their induction tonight into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, please welcome to the stage ... VVVVVVVaaaan ... er, uh ... ahem ... I mean, VVVVVVelvet Revolver!" So here's how next Monday's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony is shaping up: Sammy, Mike and Dave are expected to attended. Conflicting reports in recent days have … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony checks in
Michael Anthony---you know, the happy-go-lucky, fan-friendly, well-adjusted, ex-Van Halen member whose bass-playing, on-stage presence, stellar background vocals and overall energy helped make Van Halen the great band it once was?---has posted a new entry at his blog: Hey everyone! I thought I would post a little update as to what I've been up to. Last Fri. one of my dreams … [Read more...]
The Exiled Half
Michael Anthony has posted a new message at his website, along with photos from his New Year's Eve shows with Sammy at the Cabo Wabo Cantina. From Mike's site: BETTER LATE THAN NEVER! POSTED: 1/29/07 We've put together a bunch of photos from the New Year's Eve gigs at the Cabo Wabo in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico along with some shots from Kari's 70's themed Birthday Bash. … [Read more...]
Reactions from Sammy, Michael & DLR on VH Joining the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame
Three former members of Van Halen have offered up responses to this week's news that the group will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in March. First up is this lengthy interview with Sammy. Here's some of what he had to say: "I think this is Dave's night. I think Dave wants it more than anyone, and rightly so. He hasn't had it that easy since Van Halen. He … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony is Out
Well, gang, it's time to open wide for what some might consider the worst spoonful of bad medicine that Ed and Al have served up yet: No more Michael Anthony. Janie Liszewski, Ed's current girlfriend/publicist is quoted in a report posted yesterday at G4TV.com as saying the following: "Yes, I can confirm this story in the respect of Wolfgang being the new bass player for … [Read more...]
Everyone in Van Halen is named Van Halen?
Though the writing's been on the wall for some time, it appears that Michael Anthony's ousting from Van Halen is officially complete, if a recent TMZ.com report is to be believed. From TMZ.com: TMZ is first to confirm that Van Halen has hired 15-year-old Wolfgang Van Halen -- the son of guitarist Eddie Van Halen and estranged wife Valerie Bertinelli, and nephew of drummer … [Read more...]
See how Sammy, Mike and The Wabos are “Livin’ It up”
Michael has posted at his website a bunch of photos from a recent "Livin' It Up Tour" stop in Texas. I think they're gonna need mas tequila. Click HERE to check out the photos. … [Read more...]
Sammy, Mike & The Wabos ready to launch “Livin’ It Up” tour
The "Livin' It Up" tour kicks off Saturday night in California, and by all indications, it looks like the party you won't wanna miss this summer. Sam's site features some artist renderings of what the Cabo Wabo Village will look like. Pretty sweet. If you need help getting psyched up for the show, check out the MP3 files posted at Sam's site that were recorded during … [Read more...]
“Livin’ It Up” tour preview
Wondering what Van Halen songs you're likely to hear The Other Half break out during the "Livin' It Up" tour? The following setlists (courtesy of the SHML) from the group's debut performances at the over Cinco de Mayo weekend at the Lake Tahoe Cabo Wabo Cantina should give you a good idea of what to expect: FRIDAY Sammy & The Wabos Not 4 Sale Three Lock … [Read more...]