System Of A Down drummer John Dolmayan says Van Halen was one of the few bands who could be inspired by Led Zeppelin yet still create their own sound. "I wanted to play drums before I knew who Van Halen was but Van Halen introduced a different style," Dolmayan said during a recent appearance on The Paltrocast. "I guess you could say some of the drumming was derivative of … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Releases New Song ‘Forgiveness’
David Lee Roth is spreading some forgiveness this holiday season. Or is he asking for some? He's gifted his fans with a new song "Forgiveness" to unwrap. Give it a listen, then discuss... "Forgiveness" Lyrics I took a long trip South on that whiskey trainI took Jesus Christ's name in vainI blew a fortune on cocaineAnd I caused my whole family heartbreak and shameAnd when I … [Read more...]
Watch Alex Van Halen’s Only On Camera Interview From Home
Alex Van Halen has given a new interview, this time from his home! Alex was interviewed by the Bringing It Back To The Beatles YouTube channel. In the video above, he talks about the book Brothers, how when he and Edward Van Halen first transitioned from piano, David Lee Roth joining the band, his last words to Edward, and more. … [Read more...]
Shinedown’s Eric Bass Reveals Van Halen Album That Started His Musical Journey
Shinedown bassist Eric Bass says Van Halen's 5150 album started him on his journey toward becoming a rock and roll musician. "It was really Van Hagar first and then I backed into the older records [with David Lee Roth]," Bass said during a recent appearance on The Paltrocast. "I was born in the 70s. I'm a child of the 80s so my musical trajectory was just perfect for some of … [Read more...]
Mike Rutherford Has Unreleased Music Recorded With Edward Van Halen
Mike Rutherford says he recorded music with Edward Van Halen in the mid-80s and has the tape to prove it. He just needs to find it. "I think Eddie heard a song from my second solo album (1982's Acting Very Strange) which I sang," Rutherford [Genesis, Mike + The Mechanics] said during an appearance on My Planet Rocks. "And he rang me up and said, 'Will you do some writing?' I … [Read more...]