This week marks the 34th anniversary of Van Halen II, released March 23rd, 1979. As we did last month for their debut album, VHND is celebrating the occasion by unveiling our NEW PAGE dedicated entirely to the second album. This page is full of everything there is to know about the album. Features include: the recording of the album, our review, sales information, photos … [Read more...]
LL Cool J on Eddie Van Halen: “I Have Worked With One Of The Greatest Guitarists That Ever Lived”
Last week, LL Cool J boasted, "The Eddie Van Halen solo on 'We’re The Greatest' is a masterpiece!!! My favorite part of the song." Now, LL Cool J has more to say. From WZLX: A few weeks back, hip-hop legend LL Cool J unexpectedly posted a photo to his Facebook page that showed him sitting in the control room of a studio… next to Eddie Van Halen. Van Halen hasn’t guested … [Read more...]
The Story of Van Halen’s First Concert With Sammy Hagar
33 Years ago: Van Halen performed their very first concert with Sammy Hagar as frontman. Here's the little-known story about that concert and the days that led up to it. (Including some exclusive quotes from Sammy Hagar). All photos are from the opening night, March 27th, 1986. As the first scheduled concert with their new frontman drew near, Van Halen's new album wasn't … [Read more...]
Van Halen Rehearsals Have Begun: David Lee Roth Huffington Post Interview 3/26/13
David Lee Roth gave a very entertaining interview today (3/26/13) with Huff Post Live. He definitely lives his life like there's no tomorrow... he's been very busy indeed! Dave takes questions from fans about Van Halen and just about everything else. "I was rehearsing with the band last night… 'The Might Van Halen'! Up out of the ashes! Or, at least out of the pajamas and … [Read more...]
New Interview with the Van Halen Brothers (Audio)
Today (March 25th) there's a NEW interview with Eddie and Alex Van Halen! The VH brothers did a phone interview with Australia's TripleM.com. Sounds like they're in great spirits and they can't wait to make it to Australia! Van Halen's Bad Habits Eddie spills beans on biggest myths surrounding the 70s rock legends Van Halen will be here for the Stone Music Festival … [Read more...]