Van Halen III producer Mike Post says nobody should be to blame for the album failing to match the success of previous Van Halen albums. During a recent interview with The Bluegrass Situation's Amy Reitnour Jacobs, Post commented on the 1998 Van Halen album featuring Gary Cherone on lead vocals. While the album reached number four on Billboard and … [Read more...]
David Lee Roth Releases Cover Of ‘867-5309/Jenny’
Dial 867-5309 for a good time. If Tommy Tutone picks up, tell him you're looking for Dave. David Lee Roth has just released a cover of Tutone's 1981 hit single "867-5309/Jenny". Dave stays true to the original version only he adds some harmonica to the track he titled "Jenny Jenny (That telephone song)". He's released a video for the song which you can check out above. … [Read more...]
Unearthed Video: Eddie Van Halen and Leslie West Jam Together
Unearthed footage of Eddie Van Halen and Leslie West hit the Internet last night, courtesy of the Lightyear Entertainment YouTube channel. Their description reads: "Never before-seen footage of the incredible Eddie Van Halen playing with the incomparable Leslie West and Corky Laing of Mountain at the House of Blues in Los Angeles in 2002. Includes behind-the-scenes footage … [Read more...]
Michael Anthony: Alex ‘Continues To Grieve Today Over Eddie’s Passing’
Michael Anthony has commented on Alex Van Halen's decision to auction off his personal instrument and gear collection and why he wouldn't be surprised if Alex never returns to the stage again. Below is an excerpt from Anthony's recent Ultimate Guitar interview contributed to the Van Halen News Desk by UG writer Greg Prato: Although he's not entirely sure why his former … [Read more...]
Alex Van Halen Historic Instrument and Gear Auction to Benefit Ride On Therapeutic Horsemanship
"I hope that passing on all these pieces will inspire current and next generations to be the best they can be.” Alex Van Halen is selling his personal instrument and gear collection in a new auction, which Backstage Auctions, Inc. announced as "The Alex Van Halen Collection." The company stated: The auction event will feature rare music memorabilia, including iconic … [Read more...]