This is the third video interview from Van Halen which features the founding members of the band talking about what it was like before they skyrocketed onto the scene in 1978. You can really appreciate the history they have with each other as they share stories about getting started as a band, their unique perspective and experiences, and really get to see the passion they have … [Read more...]
Full Van Halen Montreal Concert on Video
Van Halen's 2012 tour invades Canada with a fury! The band played Montreal March 13th, Toronto on the 17th, and will play Ottawa this Wednesday the 21st. Some amazing fan-filmed footage of the entire Montreal concert has surfaced. While this footage is great for an amateur recording, keep in mind that watching amateur concert footage on youtube is more like watching the show … [Read more...]
Photo Gallery: Van Halen in Boston
On the road to promote their first studio album in 14 years, A Different Kind of Truth, legendary classic rockers Van Halen made their way to Massachusetts on Sunday for a highly anticipated sold out show at the TD Garden in Boston. View Boston Music Sporlight's Van Halen photo gallery here. (Photos By: Peter Cooke) … [Read more...]
AUDIO: Valerie Bertinelli on Wolfgang and Van Halen’s Tour
Last week, we did a story on Valerie Bertinellis' interview with Detroit's WRIF where she claimed that there would be no new Van Halen album or tour without Wolfgang Van Halen's involvement. "This brings joy to Ed. That's what he wants to do now — just have fun playing. As great as Mike is, this wouldn't be happening if Mike was still in the band. There would be no tour, … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday, Wolfgang Van Halen!
Wolfgang William Van Halen turns 21 years old today (born March 16, 1991). The Eddie Van Halen instrumental "316" was named in his honor, after Wolfgang's birthday. Named after the classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, he is the son of Van Halen guitarist Eddie Van Halen and actress Valerie Bertinelli, and the nephew of Van Halen drummer Alex Van Halen. Like his … [Read more...]