In this episode of EVH Gear Discussion, host Eric Broadbent and co-host Marc Huzansky talk with two of the most popular young musicians on the internet – at least when it comes to Van Halen - Jacob Deraps and Josh Gallagher! The interview took place Friday night at 9pm Eastern. It was a fun night and a look into what makes these talented kids tick! Watch it above. If you've … [Read more...]
Watch These Kids’ Blistering Cover of Van Halen’s ‘5150’!
It's 5150 time! Premiered 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's "5150"! From the original Tama Rosewood Snare, to the Germino 1968 Plexi Replica, as well as the performance and energy, they have it all to make it a very enjoyable quality cover to watch and … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth’s Stalker
David Lee Roth has a stalker. And he shares his experience in his new blog. Republished here with permission... Stalker blog. Part 1. Help! I have a stalker. A very real one. 75 stalker phone calls in the last 4 months. All of them at 5:30-6:00 in the morning. All 917 and 301 area codes. Every now and then at 2 in the afternoon. Never on the weekend. The phone calls … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s VMA D-Day (‘Dave & Dave Unchained’ Podcast)
Embed from Getty Images Twenty years ago Van Halen reunited with David Lee Roth at the 1996 MTV Video Music Awards after being apart for 12 years. But the reunion was short-lived as the band’s temporary bonding moment imploded after 5 minutes on stage and some uncomfortable exchanges in the Press Room. In episode 6, “Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen Podcast” … [Read more...]
Jacob Deraps Tackles His Favorite Song, Van Halen’s ‘I’m The One’
Everyone know that it's hard to replicate Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing and sound. "I'm the One" from the debut album is particularly hard to play. It's swing feel is something most people will lack and Eddie's blistering solos and licks are all the way through it. And let's not forget the tone! Jacob Deraps came up with a new recording of his favorite song where you can … [Read more...]