There’s no time like the Summertime, and there’s no music like Van Halen. The two go together like an ice-cold Corona and a slice of lime. We think of Van Halen as kind of an American Led Zeppelin but with an added dose of humor and attitude. Another unique attribute that sets them apart from […]
Ultimate Van Halen Summer Playlist
Van Halen Video Clip From Monsters of Rock, Orange Bowl
A new video clip surfaced this week, from June 4, 1988. WTVJ reporter Robyn Carter interviewed members of Van Halen after their performance in the Monsters of Rock music festival at the Orange Bowl. This video is from the Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives. Enjoy the short clip, embedded below.
Van Halen Landmarks in Pasadena
Pasadena, California, is not just known for the Rose Bowl, historic architecture, or creation of the cheeseburger – it is also the birthplace of the Mighty Van Halen. Beyond rehearsing and writing many of the Van Halen classics in Pasadena, the city is where brothers Eddie and Alex Van Halen and frontman David Lee Roth […]
Slide Into Summer in EVH Style!
Summer days are right around the corner. That means backyard barbecues, poolside fun, and lazy days in the sun – all with The Mighty VAN HALEN providing the soundtrack! And you can bet we’ll be rockin’ that summer vibe with Eddie’s iconic guitar stripes! Naturally, these new styles are a tribute to the legendary rock […]
Wolfgang Reacts To Alex Van Halen’s Drumming
Wolfgang Van Halen joins us in the Drumeo studio to celebrate the incredible legacy of his uncle, Alex Van Halen. In the video above, Wolf revisits iconic moments from Alex’s career—reacting to photos of his over-the-top drum kits, watching legendary drum solo footage, and—for the first time ever on camera—playing through eight of his favorite […]
Sammy Hagar Comments On David Lee Roth’s Upcoming Tour
Sammy Hagar chimed in on the fact that both he and David Lee Roth are touring this summer, performing Van Halen songs. He posted the following comment on Instagram (we have edited the grammar for clarity): “If I may add my two cents here. Comparing us today or comparing us in the old days really […]
This Day in ’78: Van Halen’s Incredible Paris France Concert [Audio Recording]
On this day in 1978, Van Halen performed in Paris, France, for the first time. We have a funny story about their trip to Paris, a rare photo of the band posing by the Eiffel Tower, and an audio recording of their entire concert at the Theatre Mogador, where they perform “Voodoo Queen,” (an early form of “Mean Street”), Eddie […]
Happy Birthday, Alex Van Halen!
On May 8th, 1953, Alexander Arthur Van Halen was born in Amsterdam, Holland. Later the family moved to Nijmegen, where they lived until they moved to the U.S. when Alex was about 9, through a government-incentive program to reunite families. Because the family spoke little English, Alex and Eddie formed a bond during this time that […]
David Lee Roth Announces 21-Date Summer Tour!
Summertime’s here, babe, need somethin’ to keep you cool? Better look out now, ’cause Dave’s got somethin’ for you! He’s your Ice Cream Man, and all his flavors are guaranteed to satisfy! David Lee Roth has announced 21 new tour dates! These shows go on pre-sale tomorrow (Tuesday, May 6) at 10AM EDT via Ticketmaster. Roth returned […]
David Lee Roth Returns! Video, Photos, Set List
David Lee Roth returned to the stage last night, headlining the M3 festival. This was his first performance in five years—videos, photos, and setlist below. David Lee Roth setlist, M3 Festival, April 3rd, 2025: 1. “Panama”2. “Drop Dead Legs”3. “You Really Got Me”4. “Unchained”5. “Dance the Night Away”6. “Runnin’ with the Devil”7. “Mean Street”8. “Atomic […]
Sammy & Michael Kick Off Las Vegas Residency: Videos & Set List
Sammy Hagar, guitarist Joe Satriani, drummer Kenny Aronoff, and former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, launched a residency at the Park MGM casino in Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 30th. Select videos and a the full set list is below. Sammy Hagar April 30, 2025 Set List: 1. “Encore Thank You Goodnight”2. “Top of the […]
