In the 25th episode of Pensado's Place, the engineer behind Van Halen's 5150 studios, George Saer, talks about his career and share insights about working with Eddie Van Halen. The Van Halen talk starts at 17:17 into it. A rare glimpse into the inner workings of the creative and recording process at 5150. With Van Halen working on a new album right now, it's a good time to … [Read more...]
Video Interview: Michael Anthony
From BASS FRONTIERS: It is impossible to tell you how cool we feel to have this video interview with none other than Michael Anthony! Currently the bassist for supergroup Chickenfoot (with Sammy Hagar, Chad Smith, and Joe Satriani), but best known as a founding member of Van Halen, Michael is one of the most loved and revered rock bassists out there. Period. If nothing … [Read more...]
“Van Halen Asteriods” Game is Back!
A couple years ago, someone created a Van Halen video game that you could play online. "Assteroidz, Diamond Dave Edition" is basically a Van Halenized Asteroids game, done in an endearing way that features David Lee Roth & Van Halen imagery and sound. The world stood still went the game went offline over a year ago, but it's now back! Enjoy! Click here to Play! … [Read more...]
Van Halen Update 7/13/11
The return of Van Halen draws near, but the details are still unclear. The Van Halen News Desk wades through all the rumors on the 'net so you don't have to! Here's this week's news/rumors on Van Halen: 1) ALBUM & TOUR RUMORS: Melodicrock.com reports that a "known and trusted source close to ground zero" says that Van Halen's US tour will commence in NOVEMBER and that it … [Read more...]
“Chickenfoot III” Details, Track Listing Revealed
Chickenfoot - Joe Satriani, Chad Smith, Michael Anthony, Sammy Hagar - Announce More Details Including Track Listing and Correct Album Name "Chickenfoot III" for Much Anticipated Forthcoming Album Due Out September 27th From eOne Music "Chickenfoot III" Follows Up a Debut Award-Winning Gold Album and a Successful Cross Country Tour LOS ANGELES, July 13, 2011 … [Read more...]