Here's a very unique story about meeting Eddie Van Halen, sent by VHND reader, Edward B. Fohrman, M.D. We hope you enjoy it. It's been many years since my encounter with Eddie, but I remember it like it was yesterday... I was "moonlighting" in an 8 bed ER in "the valley" while still a resident at UCLA. It started out a quiet, but steady night. The nurse handed me the chart … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s debut released TODAY on 180 gram RTI vinyl!
Van Halen Track Listing SIDE 1: Runnin’ With The Devil Eruption You Really Got Me Ain’t Talkin’ 'bout Love I’m The One SIDE 2: Jamie’s Cryin Atomic Punk Feel Your Love Tonight Little Dreamer Ice Cream Man On Fire 1/27/09 UPDATE: This item is finally being released today, and is now in-stock at VanHalenStore.com! (This was originally due for release … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday, Edward Van Halen!
Edward Lodeewijk van Halen (Lodewijk is pronounced "Load-ah-ivke") was born in Amsterdam, Holland, on January 26th, 1955. Happy Birthday to the "King of Ten Fingers & Six Strings!" "Eddie's accomplishments are enormous. Positively towering... there isn't one aspect of the electric guitar he hasn't changed, rearranged, or reinvented. He's Hendrix and Les Paul combined. He … [Read more...]
EVH Guitar Straps now offered in a SHORTER length
The EVH Premium Guitar Strap now comes in a SHORTER length. The new shorter straps are currently in stock only at Van Halen Store, and are on sale for $10 off the list price. (Click here to order). Now you can own the exact same strap Eddie Van Halen uses onstage! This premium quality black leatherette guitar strap is comfortable, durable, and very stylish with the … [Read more...]
Chickenfoot tease
"Chickenfoot", the code-name for the new band featuring Sammy Hagar on vocals, Michael Anthony on bass, Joe Satriani on guitar & Chad Smith on drums, has an official website! Chickenfoot.us posted a little tease from the studio. The short audio clip is the only thing on the website so far, but it sounds very promising. Check it out! There's still no word on whether or … [Read more...]