Some interesting behind the scenes business going on... Warner/Chappell recently inked deals with legendary rockers David Lee Roth, Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, all of Van Halen fame. As part of the new agreement, Warner/Chappell acquired the entire catalog of songs written by Sammy Hagar — songwriter guitarist, and former lead singer of Van Halen (1986 through 1996) … [Read more...]
Chickenfoot Have Fourteen New Songs In The Works
From BryanReesman.com: by Bryan Reesman on Nov.17, 2010 Last week A.D.D. interviewed guitar guru Joe Satriani, who is currently on the road in Europe, to discuss his latest solo album, Black Swans and Wormhole Wizards. We also discussed the forthcoming Chickenfoot album, which is in the works. Back in the spring, Satriani mentioned that one song that the group was working … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen: The David Lee Roth Era
From former Guitar Player writer Jas Obrecht's blog: Eddie Van Halen: The David Lee Roth Era With the release of 1978’s self-titled Van Halen album, 23-year-old Eddie Van Halen rewrote the rules of rock guitar. His sheer speed, unusual note choices, inspired finger tapping and whammy work, and fiery tone inspired guitarists everywhere. His impact was especially felt among … [Read more...]
Van Halen for Christmas; Save on Women & Children First!
From VanHalenStore.com: Why wait for Black Friday? You can save a bunch on Women's and Children's Van Halen apparel right now! Our prices for Van Halen's full line of vintage fashion tees by Chaser are always well below the suggested retail price. "Better Save on the Women and Children First!" View Women's Apparel (14 items) / View Kid's Tees (4 items) … [Read more...]
EVH’s Two and a Half Men Riff, Extended Version
From WoodyTone.com: Did you see Edward Van Halen on the Two and a Half Men TV show last year? Naturally they left him until the last part of the show, but for Ed fans the wait was worth it – because Ed had a guitar in his hands and proceeded to whip off 10 or so seconds of smokin’ riffage, bum thumb and all. I don’t know what I expected, but judging from my reaction it … [Read more...]