Podcast appearances and mentions of Alex Van Halen

Alex Van Halen is making a rare public appearance, and Van Halen fans are taking notice. In this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we discuss the announcement that legendary Van Halen co-founder and drummer Alex Van Halen will appear at TEDxFargo: CHARGE in July 2026 alongside acclaimed contemporary artist Robert Vargas. What could Alex talk about? Will he share new stories about Eddie Van Halen, the band's history, creativity, innovation, or the legacy of one of rock's greatest groups? With Alex making very few public appearances in recent years, this event could provide fans with a unique opportunity to hear directly from him. Join us as we break down everything we know so far about this special TEDx event and discuss what Van Halen fans can expect. What question would YOU ask Alex Van Halen if you had the chance? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe for the latest Van Halen news, history, rare stories, gear discussions, and everything happening in the Van Halen universe. #AlexVanHalen #VanHalen #TEDxFargo #ExclusivelyVanHalen

Episode #305 - The Boys and listeners rank the 29 songs from Van Halen's "5150", "OU812", and "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge".  The first three albums to feature Sammy Hagar on lead vocals.  This show might surprise you, because we are all over the place on certain songs.  Please like and/or subscribe to the podcast and if you want to participate on the next batch of albums by Van Halen contact us on Facebook, Instagram, or X.Hard Rocking Trivia Show on X:https://x.com/ResedaCCHard Rocking Trivia Show is also on Instagram:www.instagram.com/hard_rocking_trivia_show/HRTS YouTube Channel:  (Check out the concerts in the Playlists)https://www.youtube.com/@hardrockingtriviashow667----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hard Rocking Trivia Show Free Spotify Playlists:Best of Power Metal:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1cc93Sq7tPFPneMHAKojZ5?si=hQyscHEIRrC8C_koI16BRw

EPISODE #125 - One of the most important people in making Van Halen a successful band was engineer/producer Donn Landee. He served as an engineer on the first six VH albums with David Lee Roth and as an engineer/producer on “5150” and “OU812” during the Sammy Hagar years. Landee was also responsible for building Eddie Van Halen's home studio, 5150. The impact he had on Van Halen was immeasurable. Additionally, he worked alongside producer Ted Templeman on other famous acts like the Doobie Brothers, Little Feat, Nicolette Larson and many others. In tribute, the Daves do a deep dive interview with author Greg Renoff who had conducted several interviews with Landee for his books ("Van Halen Rising" and "Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer's Life in Music") and an extensive story for Tape Op magazine. A fun Van Halen News segment and colorful mailbag session completes this May episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com


On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into one of the biggest Van Halen stories in years!

Send us Fan MailThis episode goes off the rails in swift fashion. We've always said we are the podcast for those with ADD, but the number of rabbit holes we follow is record-breaking. We discuss Alex Van Halen, a new Beatles duet, Spotify, “Dead End Doug's Dreamhole”, the blues-cigar bar idea, and more. We play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a solo project from an 80s rock and roll icon. #beatles #avh #jackbladeshttps://www.facebook.com/obrienanddoug/ https://instagram.com/obrien_and_doug

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate the birthday of the legendary drummer and co-founder of Alex Van Halen!

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On today's edition of Music History Today, Bob Dylan throws flashcards, a boy band premieres, and another Beatles classic gets released. Also, happy birthday to Robert Johnson and Alex Van Halen.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:54 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:41 Albums released on this date in music history 07:57 Singles released on this date in music history 10:08 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 11:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:05 What's on tomorrow's episode

Join Ray and Marc as Tunesmate takes a ride back to 1986 to celebrate the release of 5150 by Van Halen. The album was a turning point for the band after David Lee Roth left and Sammy Hagar took over lead vocals. Do you remember where you were when you first heard it? The album features tracks like Why Can't This Be Love, Dreams, Best of Both Worlds, and Love Walks In. Sammy brought a new energy, and fans still debate to this day who is the best lead singer. Eddie Van Halen continued to explore keyboards after his success on 1984 and still delivered iconic guitar riffs. Alex Van Halen and Mike Anthony provided a steady rhythm section that supported this new Van Halen sound, commonly called Van Hagar. Wherever you land, it's hard to deny that this album left a lasting mark on rock history.

On this electrifying episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive deep into the brand-new Van Halen (Genesis Publications book by Alex Van Halen) from Alex Van Halen—and the early previews are blowing fans away! We're talking rare family photos from the 1960s, behind-the-scenes stories, and some seriously cool collector's items—including replica 1984-era Van Halen guitar picks and a mystery 45 vinyl

EPISODE #124 - Well, it's been a decade of Dave & Dave Unchained reporting on everything Van Halen and despite the band being defunct, the spirit of the mighty VH roars on.The Daves' journey began in April 2016 and has continued monthly ever since. For this episode, the dynamic duo interviews the creator of the Music Media Archives YouTube site that put up 53 Van Halen 1982-83 live shows in 2025-26. Additionally, Loud Dave talks to artist Robert Vargas who recently conducted a portrait sit down with drummer Alex Van Halen. An overstuffed Van Halen News segment includes a review of the new “5150” box set plus a solid mailbag session completes this 10th anniversary special.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com


On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate a major milestone in rock history—on April 26, 1986, 5150 hit #1 on the Billboard 200 and changed the band's trajectory forever. With Sammy Hagar stepping in alongside Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony, this album introduced a new era—and a whole new sound. Where were you when you first heard 5150? What did you think the first time those songs hit your ears? I share my personal story and memories on this episode of Johnny Beane TV, and I want to hear yours too. Join the conversation and celebrate one of the most iconic moments in Van Halen history. #VanHalen #its5150time #SammyHagar #JohnnyBeaneTV

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we're diving into an awesome moment every VH fan needs to see. Greg Bissonette — known to fans for his work with David Lee Roth — takes on one of Alex Van Halen's most legendary drum performances: Unchained. In a killer new clip from Drumeo, Bissonette breaks down the groove behind this Fair Warning classic—locking into the feel that gave Van Halen their heavier, more rhythmic edge in the early '80s. Released in 1981, “Unchained” isn't about flash—it's all about groove, attitude, and that unmistakable swing. With a résumé that includes Ringo Starr and countless legendary sessions, Bissonette brings serious respect—and his own personality—to this iconic track. We're talking all about it right here on Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV. Don't miss this one. #VanHalen #AlexVanHalen #GregBissonette #Unchained

On the 75th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom & Zeus welcome back special guest, Podcaster, Comic, Musician and Shout It Out Loudcast Hall Of Famer, Izzy Presley to review the 1986 hard rock landscape changing album "5150" from Van Halen. Van Halen was coming off their diamond selling album, 1984, when the band and legendary frontman David Lee Roth split. Van Halen was known of course for their Guitar God founder Eddie Van Halen. His brother, drummer Alex Van Halen and his legendary snare was still there as was underrated bassist Michael Anthony and his incredible backing vocals. So the band recruited the Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar to replace Diamond Dave. Sammy was already a well established rock star who can sing, write songs and even play guitar. 5150 was Van Halen's seventh album and made it to #1 on Billboard album charts and eventually went 6X platinum. This was Van Halen's first number one album. This album was different than the previous DLR albums with a more polished and pop oriented sound that translated into more accessible music. This is the beginning of the so-called Van Hagar era. This was the Patreon pick and as usual the boys breakdown and dissect the tracks and rank the songs. They then rank the album and the album cover against the previous albums reviewed on the Album Review Crew. So tune in to find out if "Do you like Van Halen?" To Purchase Van Halen's “5150” On Amazon Click Below:   ⁠Van Halen's "5150"⁠   To Purchase Shout It Out Loudcast's KISS Book “Raise Your Glasses: A Celebration Of 50 Years of KISS Songs By Celebrities, Musicians & Fans Please Click Below:   ⁠Raise Your Glasses Book⁠   For all things Shout It Out Loudcast the #1 KISS Podcast check out our amazing website by clicking below:   ⁠www.ShoutItOutLoudcast.com⁠   Interested in more Shout It Out Loudcast content?  Care to help us out?  Come join us on Patreon by clicking below:   ⁠SIOL Patreon⁠   Get all your Shout It Out Loudcast Merchandise by clicking below:   ⁠Shout It Out Loudcast Merch At Printify⁠   Shop At Our Amazon Store by clicking below: ⁠Shout It Out Loudcast Amazon Store⁠   Please Email us comments or suggestions by clicking below: ⁠ShoutItOutLoudcast@Gmail.com⁠   Please subscribe to us and give us a 5 Star (Child) review on the following places below: ⁠iTunes⁠ ⁠Podchaser⁠ ⁠Stitcher⁠ ⁠iHeart Radio⁠ ⁠Spotify ⁠   Please follow us and like our social media pages clicking below: ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Facebook Page⁠ ⁠Facebook Group Page Shout It Out Loudcasters⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠   Proud Member of the Pantheon Podcast click below to see the website: ⁠Pantheon Podcast Network⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV

Prepare to immerse yourself in the 1980s rock scene as we explore the electrifying world of Van Halen. Matt and Samer take you on a fascinating journey through the band's evolution, sharing personal insights and experiences that bring the music to life. Learn why the band's famous concert rider demanded no brown M&Ms and how this quirky detail ensured the safety of their elaborate stage setups.  As we reminisce about our favorite Van Halen tracks, you'll discover the stories behind unforgettable hits like "Beautiful Girls" and "Everybody Wants Some!!". Feel the energy of Eddie Van Halen's iconic guitar riffs and Alex Van Halen's masterful drumming that turned their live shows into legendary rock experiences. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to their sound, Samer's fresh perspective will make you appreciate the band's legacy in a whole new way.  Witness the dramatic shift in Van Halen's musical style as we discuss the transition from David Lee Roth to Sammy Hagar. We delve into the band's search for their new frontman, exploring their surprising approaches before landing on Hagar, and how this change influenced their sound from edgy rock anthems to synth-driven, relationship-focused tracks. We also examine the band's later years, including the impact of albums like "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" and "Balance," culminating in a tribute to Eddie Van Halen's lasting legacy in rock history.  https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/intro-to-van-halen/pl.u-ygAVHbq4xE  1. Eruption 2. You Really Got Me 3. Dance the Night Away 4. Beautiful Girls 5. Everybody Wants Some!! 6. Panama 7. Hot for Teacher 8. Why Can't This Be Love 9. Dreams 10. Finish What Ya Started 11. Right Now 12. Top of the World 13. Can't Stop Lovin' YouGo to My.SuperAwesomeMix.com and start using our new app on any device - mobile or laptop.  Copy and paste a link to your playlist then turn it into an old school mixtape in minutes!  Support the showVisit us at https://www.superawesomemix.com to learn more about our app, our merchandise, our cards, and more!

We had a few minutes with the God of Thunder, Doctor Love…the one and only Demon of KISS - #GeneSimmons as he promoted the recent opening of the Rock And Brews restaurant chain and concert venue in Royal Oak, Michigan near Detroit. We talked with him about all things rock, including his last interactions with the late #EddieVanHalen, when asked about #AlexVanHalen's upcoming tribute project to his brother. Check it out!

On the 75th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom & Zeus welcome back special guest, Podcaster, Comic, Musician and Shout It Out Loudcast Hall Of Famer, Izzy Presley to review the 1986 hard rock landscape changing album "5150" from Van Halen. Van Halen was coming off their diamond selling album, 1984, when the band and legendary frontman David Lee Roth split. Van Halen was known of course for their Guitar God founder Eddie Van Halen. His brother, drummer Alex Van Halen and his legendary snare was still there as was underrated bassist Michael Anthony and his incredible backing vocals. So the band recruited the Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar to replace Diamond Dave. Sammy was already a well established rock star who can sing, write songs and even play guitar. 5150 was Van Halen's seventh album and made it to #1 on Billboard album charts and eventually went 6X platinum. This was Van Halen's first number one album. This album was different than the previous DLR albums with a more polished and pop oriented sound that translated into more accessible music. This is the beginning of the so-called Van Hagar era. This was the Patreon pick and as usual the boys breakdown and dissect the tracks and rank the songs. They then rank the album and the album cover against the previous albums reviewed on the Album Review Crew. So tune in to find out if "Do you like Van Halen?" To Purchase Van Halen's “5150” On Amazon Click Below:   Van Halen's "5150"   To Purchase Shout It Out Loudcast's KISS Book “Raise Your Glasses: A Celebration Of 50 Years of KISS Songs By Celebrities, Musicians & Fans Please Click Below:   Raise Your Glasses Book   For all things Shout It Out Loudcast the #1 KISS Podcast check out our amazing website by clicking below:   www.ShoutItOutLoudcast.com   Interested in more Shout It Out Loudcast content?  Care to help us out?  Come join us on Patreon by clicking below:   SIOL Patreon   Get all your Shout It Out Loudcast Merchandise by clicking below:   Shout It Out Loudcast Merch At Printify   Shop At Our Amazon Store by clicking below: Shout It Out Loudcast Amazon Store   Please Email us comments or suggestions by clicking below: ShoutItOutLoudcast@Gmail.com   Please subscribe to us and give us a 5 Star (Child) review on the following places below: iTunes Podchaser Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify   Please follow us and like our social media pages clicking below: Twitter Facebook Page Facebook Group Page Shout It Out Loudcasters Instagram YouTube   Proud Member of the Pantheon Podcast click below to see the website: Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EPISODE #123 - One of Van Halen's biggest albums featuring one of their best covers arrived in 1986 with the release of the band's seventh studio effort, “5150.” The Daves celebrate the 40th anniversary of the record by conducting an in-depth interview with photographer Aaron Rapoport, who shot the front and back cover. A solid VH News segment and a full mailbag complete this March episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com


Celebrate the anniversary of Van Halen II, released March 23, 1979!

We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and strangest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's what we're digging into this time: Sebastian Bach joins Twisted Sister with Dee Snider's full blessing, and the band also added Joey Cassata on drums for the upcoming shows. Jon Bon Jovi is still showing vocal struggles in public performance, this time during a Tony Robbins appearance. Zakk Wylde revealed the song that first made him want to pick up the guitar and explained his motivation for opening for Black Label Society. Reactivated Sister Sin has released “Drive,” only its second new single in 12 years. Metallica has added six more “Life Burns Faster” Sphere residency shows in Las Vegas. Mortgage brokers are standing by. A massive Ozzy Osbourne statue will be unveiled at Hellfest, while Sharon says Ozzfest will return in 2027. Members of Ace Frehley's solo band have announced an Australian tour celebrating a late KISS legend. Geddy Lee says Anika Nilles didn't click immediately, but by day five she had nailed it. But, is it for the glory or the cash? Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony say they have not been asked to take part in Alex Van Halen's project with Steve Lukather. Additionally, what the heck IS this project exactly? All that and more on this edition of Geekwire! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and strangest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's what we're digging into this time: Sebastian Bach joins Twisted Sister with Dee Snider's full blessing, and the band also added Joey Cassata on drums for the upcoming shows. Jon Bon Jovi is still showing vocal struggles in public performance, this time during a Tony Robbins appearance. Zakk Wylde revealed the song that first made him want to pick up the guitar and explained his motivation for opening for Black Label Society. Reactivated Sister Sin has released “Drive,” only its second new single in 12 years. Metallica has added six more “Life Burns Faster” Sphere residency shows in Las Vegas. Mortgage brokers are standing by. A massive Ozzy Osbourne statue will be unveiled at Hellfest, while Sharon says Ozzfest will return in 2027. Members of Ace Frehley's solo band have announced an Australian tour celebrating a late KISS legend. Geddy Lee says Anika Nilles didn't click immediately, but by day five she had nailed it. But, is it for the glory or the cash? Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony say they have not been asked to take part in Alex Van Halen's project with Steve Lukather. Additionally, what the heck IS this project exactly? All that and more on this edition of Geekwire! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we're diving into the latest developments surrounding a potential new Van Halen album — and why Sammy Hagar is feeling left out. Alex Van Halen is reportedly working on a project built from unreleased jam session recordings he and his brother Eddie Van Halen created at 5150 Studios. The music itself isn't newly recorded — but it would be brand-new to fans. So far, there's no indication that Hagar — or former bassist Michael Anthony — is actively involved in shaping or finishing the material. While some tracks could potentially feature vocals from past sessions, very little is confirmed about the album's direction, timeline, or even whether it will officially be released. Speaking recently on the Rock of Nations podcast, Hagar and Anthony both said they'd gladly participate in any way that could help complete the record — but they haven't been invited. And reading between the lines, it doesn't sound like that invitation is coming. Hagar admitted he's disappointed. He acknowledged that Alex has every right to move forward however he chooses, but made it clear that being excluded from something carrying the Van Halen name stings — especially when key members are still here and willing to contribute. From what's been reported, the project could feature performances from Alex, Eddie, and possibly Wolfgang Van Halen, who has been central to preserving and honoring his father's musical legacy. If vocals are needed, Wolfgang could potentially step in — or the material may remain instrumental. At this point, the biggest question remains: will fans get a fully realized, high-quality Van Halen release — or something that feels unfinished? One thing seems clear: if this album does arrive, it likely won't include new contributions from Sammy Hagar. And that's where the tension lies. "Exclusively Van Halen" is your ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. From deep dives into the band's legendary history to giveaways and gear showcases, we celebrate one of the greatest rock bands of all time — every week.

EPISODE #122 - After the one-two punch of Van Halen I & II, the mighty VH were faced with a small window to deliver their third record, “Women & Children First” in 1980. The Daves do a full breakdown of this sleeper classic at the tail end of its 35th anniversary. A hefty VH News segment and a full mailbag complete this February episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com


On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on johnnybeaneTV, we dive into one of the biggest “what-ifs” in hard rock history. “The rest is history. That's how close it got.” That's how Alex Van Halen described the moment he and Eddie Van Halen nearly formed a band with Ozzy Osbourne. At a time when Van Halen was reeling from lineup turmoil — after the Gary Cherone era ended and relationships with David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar were strained — the Van Halen brothers were searching for direction. Rumors swirled about potential singers, even David Coverdale, though that was ultimately dismissed. Around 2000, Alex and Eddie met with Sharon Osbourne to seriously discuss making a record with Ozzy. According to Alex, the conversation went well. Sharon was on board. The idea was real. An album was within reach. There was just one catch. Sharon mentioned she had a meeting the next day about a television show. That show became The Osbournes, which ran from 2002 to 2005 and changed pop culture — but it also derailed what could have been a historic collaboration. Ozzy later admitted the project “would have been phenomenal,” and expressed regret that it never came together. Meanwhile, Alex and Steve Lukather are now developing material Eddie recorded during his lifetime, originally intended as a follow-up to 2012's A Different Kind of Truth. That release marked Van Halen's studio return with Roth — but history might have looked very different if the Ozzy collaboration had happened. We also revisit the brothers' late-era jams with Chris Cornell, another near-miss that ended far too soon. What would a Van Halen–Ozzy album have sounded like? Early 2000s metal? A return to raw riff-driven hard rock? A completely new chapter? Join the discussion. "Exclusively Van Halen" is your ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. From deep dives into the band's legendary history to giveaways and gear showcases, we celebrate one of the greatest rock bands of all time — every week.

What a thrill it is to welcome the Red Rocker #SammyHagar and legendary #VanHalen bassist #MichaelAnthony into the program to talk about their Best Of All Worlds residency in Vegas, all things Van Halen (including #AlexVanHalen's new album featuring unfinished material by #EddieVanHalen) and so much more! Check it out! SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host, booking). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host, segment producer). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

Dave Grohl finally explains why Josh Freese was fired, Paul Rodgers explains why he turned down Alex Van Halen, and it's not his health, Ozzy Bio-Pic is in production and Jack Osbourne is one of the producers, Live members are headed to court again in argument over use of band name, more in this week's 'Rock News'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Grohl finally explains why Josh Freese was fired, Paul Rodgers explains why he turned down Alex Van Halen, and it's not his health, Ozzy Bio-Pic is in production and Jack Osbourne is one of the producers, Live members are headed to court again in argument over use of band name, more in this week's 'Rock News'

What Does Mike Hranica Reveal About Flowers And His Personal Transformation? In this week's Loaded Radio Podcast, Mike Hranica opens up in a raw, introspective conversation touching on The Devil Wears Prada's latest album Flowers, his changing worldview, and the personal evolution that continues to shape both his art and identity. Mike Hranica joins Loaded Radio for a revealing, unfiltered discussion about Flowers, why some fans don't view it as a "metal" album, how his perspective as an American has evolved, and the deeply personal shift away from the faith that once defined him. Alongside the in-depth conversation with Mike Hranica, this episode also dives into major developments across the hard rock and metal landscape. Listeners will also hear: Discussion surrounding Arch Enemy's new vocalist and the band's next era Reaction to Alex Van Halen's emerging "Eddie Van Halen" project with Steve Lukather A featured segment: 13 Artists Every Deftones Fan Needs To Check Out It's a packed episode balancing artist insight with scene-wide perspective.  

Alex Van Halen says he has plenty enough material recorded by himself, Eddie and Wolfie to make an album! We got to wondering who would make a good singer for the project!

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into HUGE news: Alex Van Halen has officially confirmed that work is underway on a brand-new album built from unheard Eddie Van Halen material—for the first time ever. Alex revealed in a recent interview that he's been teaming up with Steve Lukather to help bring these recordings to life. These aren't scraps or demos either—this is music that was intended to become the next Van Halen album before Eddie's passing. The foundation is already there, with drums, guitars, and bass recorded—bass handled by Wolfgang Van Halen. But don't expect a quick release. Alex says nothing will come out unless it meets the same high standard the band always demanded. They're carefully shaping the material into something worthy of the Van Halen legacy—no unfinished sketches, only top-tier music. The big missing piece? A vocalist. Paul Rodgers was considered but declined due to health and touring. Alex says he and Lukather are searching for the right voice—someone from the same musical era who understands the spirit of the band. He even mentioned Robert Plant as a dream fit, though nothing is set in stone. Notably, past Van Halen singers David Lee Roth, Sammy Hagar, and Gary Cherone were not discussed. Alex's goal? To finish what they started and deliver something powerful, emotional, and worthy of the band's history. If this project comes together, it could be one of the most important rock releases in years. #VanHalen #EddieVanHalen #AlexVanHalen #JohnnyBeaneTV #ExclusivelyVanHalen

Pat, "The Daves" and Patreon WINNER Chris Combs referee a battle between three 4th albums by Aerosmith, Cheap Trick and Van Halen!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1978, Van Halen exploded onto the rock scene with their game-changing debut album—released on this day and forever altering the landscape of rock music. Eddie Van Halen's groundbreaking guitar work, David Lee Roth's electrifying vocals, Michael Anthony's punchy bass lines, and Alex Van Halen's powerful drumming made this album an instant classic. It inspired generations of musicians and fans, and its influence continues to be felt today. On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate the anniversary of the band's legendary 1978 debut—diving into the songs, the impact, and the lasting legacy of one of rock's greatest albums. Relive the magic and see why this record still stands as a defining moment in music history. Tracklist:

Van Halen officially announced Tokyo Dome Live in Concert on February 5, 2015, following months of fan speculation and a leak just days earlier. Released March 31, 2015, the album became the band's first live record with original frontman David Lee Roth and bassist Wolfgang Van Halen, capturing the group on their A Different Kind of Truth tour in front of a massive Tokyo Dome crowd. The setlist spans every Roth-era Van Halen album, from the 1978 debut through 2012's A Different Kind of Truth, mixing early classics like “Runnin' with the Devil,” “Unchained,” and “Panama” with newer tracks such as “Tattoo” and “She's the Woman.” While the release was celebrated as a major reunion-era document, it also drew criticism in some circles for Roth's live vocal performance. According to Eddie Van Halen, the band first considered remixing early pre-fame demos, but the original tapes couldn't be located. They then explored releasing vintage club recordings, only to find the sound quality unusable. Instead, the band recorded every show on the 2012–2013 tour via Pro Tools, and Roth ultimately chose the Tokyo Dome performance as the official live release. The album's cover art updates Cassandre's classic 1935 painting of the SS Normandie, tying a vintage visual style to a modern live document of the band. Tokyo Dome Live in Concert would also go on to be the final Van Halen album released during Eddie Van Halen's lifetime, making it a significant closing chapter in the band's discography. Featuring David Lee Roth, Eddie Van Halen, Wolfgang Van Halen, and Alex Van Halen, the album stands as a snapshot of Van Halen's late-era live sound and a full-career celebration of the Roth catalog. "Exclusively Van Halen" is your ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. From deep dives into the band's legendary history to giveaways and gear showcases, we celebrate one of the greatest rock bands of all time — every week.

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV

Episode #297: The boys rank the songs from the 1st three VAN HALEN album with a little help from our listeners: Arnie (Magnolia, MS), Gregg (Simi Valley, CA), and Kent (Toronto, CANADA).  We are old guys known as the Heavy Metal Geezers!   Please like and subscribe to the show if you like what you here.Hard Rocking Trivia Show Free Spotify Playlists:Best Melodic Rock & AOR Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xNVhZRRre2al7reXvhmIs?si=LeKgaPFXRDyDCplglK3H-QHard Rocking 70shttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/0Lh2hRgqS2DRQUISuJY5Bu?si=qz38K5CTQJKgHf9YtBEkcwHard Rocking 80shttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/3ACMIc6UsL8LUtj4SZ5LSC?si=-iAW5gYwTV2300yrdLhmGwHRTS Rock Playlist (Over 2600 songs!)https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6fHGHPVMlWj23StoQuY9Wy?si=3kH1WQ_XRk21ylQ6F270qgLong Lost Rock (1975-1984)https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2AlX7wsKrwpMmTr7HoxWie?si=SRPSSWmASWqudK1QicMnyg

EPISODE #121 - Before “Van Halen 3” was released, Loud Dave did an interview with the King - Edward Van Halen in December of 1997. At the time, the band was in the process of pulling “That's Why I Love You” off the album and adding “Josephina.” EVH was hyped on the record, but he still dug into a lot of the past. This is a very intensely detailed interview that gets into some real old school nitty gritty minutia aimed at the hardcore VH fans.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

January 18, 1984 marks a historic moment in Van Halen history, celebrating two major milestones in the band's legendary career. On this day, Van Halen kicked off the “1984” World Tour at the Jacksonville Memorial Coliseum in Florida, launching one of the biggest and most elaborate tours of their career. At the same time, their groundbreaking album 1984—released earlier that month—was already dominating radio and record stores, fueled by massive hits like “Jump.” Why This Date Matters:

Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler explains why he's using AI vocals on his demos for his new upcoming solo album, Alex Van Halen reveals he's digging into the Van Halen vaults and working with Toto's Steve Lukather on a new musical project, David Bowie's childhood home in southeast London will be open to the public as a museum starting in 2027, Peter Gabriel's new album will be released with a schedule based on the phases of the moon; releasing individual singles every month, and we'll watch the viral video of a stage dive fail of a fan literally ‘bound for the floor' at a Local H show in Wisconsin… PLUS ‘This Week in Rock & Roll History Trivia', Rock Birthdays, ‘The Best & Worst Rock Album Artwork of the Week' & much more!All of our links are up at www.rocknewsweekly.com every Monday, where you canCheck it out on 8 different platforms (including Amazon Audible & Apple/Google Podcasts)Watch us LIVE, chat with us & more…Every Sunday around 2pm PST @ https://www.twitch.tv/rocknewsweeklyWatch all of our videos, interviews & subscribe at Youtube.com/@rocknewsweeklyFollow us online:Instagram.com/rocknewsweeklyFacebook.com/rocknewsweeklyTwitter.com/rocknewsweeklyTikTok.com/@rocknewsweekly#GeezerButler #DavidBowie #AlexVanHalen #PeterGabriel #LocalHStageDive #Rock #News #RockNews #RockNewsWeekly #RockNewsWeeklyPodcast #Podcast #Podcasts #Metal #HeavyMetal #Alt #Alternative #ClassicRock #70s #80s #90s #Indie #Trivia #RockTrivia #RockBirthdays #NewMusic #NewMusicReleases

The boys read rhyming cue cards, sweat through minimalist flirty funk, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of INXS' 1987 seductive single, “Need You Tonight/Mediate.” News items and digressions include Alex Van Halen and Steve Lukather spelunking through Eddie's archives in search of new tunes.

Billy Joel gives his first live performance since brain condition diagnosis, Alex Van Halen is working with Toto guitarist Steve Lukather on a new album, Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath will have a new solo album out this year and more stories in this week's 'Rock News'...

Krystina pops the top on her Cookie Jar and serves up some juicy music scoops…Geezer Butler and Tony Iommi are dropping solo albums in their 70s—KT wonders if Geezer should just rebrand as “Geeze”Brandon Flowers is cooking up not one, but TWO solo albums, and KT hilariously predicts a Mormon rap collab with Big X the Plug.Alex Van Halen and Steve Lukather are teasing a secret project—could it involve unreleased Eddie Van Halen recordings?Plus, K-Ray reveals her own musical adventure: joining Orange Peel Sunshine as a bassist and learning the ropes of writing bass lines.

EPISODE #120 - Back in 1982, a movie was released that defined the Van Halen generation - “Fast Times at Ridgemont High.” Easily, the best character in the film was Mike Damone played by actor Robert Romanus. The Daves try to buy some VH tickets from him during a special interview. Meanwhile, guitarist Mark Tremonti from Creed and Alter Bridge talks about opening for Van Halen, being friends with Wolfie and recording at 5150. A fresh VH News segment and a Santa mailbag completes this year-end episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com


EPISODE #119 - From 1988 to 1991, Matt Bissonette played bass in David Lee Roth's solo band. His tenure included the Skyscraper World Tour as well as the recording of the “A Little Ain't Enough” album. In this interview, Bissonette discusses his experience in full detail as well as playing with Joe Satriani, Elton John, ELO. his brother Gregg Bissonette and making his new jazz album, “Common Road.” The Daves also serve up a stacked VH News segment that includes a review of Mammoth's new album, “The End.” Plus, a new mailbag segment completes this November episode. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

Jon (and Kate +8) Gosselin got married again, Me-me-Meghan Markle Harper's Bazaar interview, Tara Reid claims she was drugged, Gary Graff joins us with rock music news, and more of Akaash Singh's terrible wife. Register to win tickets to “The Game” right here thanks to Hall Financial. The Killer Cares fundraiser is one week away. Make sure to join us in Keego Harbor Friday December 5th. Sports: Drew remains worried about the Detroit Lions. He's listening to too much 97.1. Donald Trump gave Shedeur Sanders a positive shoutout. Taylor Swift is going to Kansas City Chiefs games, but hiding from the cameras. Tara Reid was drugged! She strains to explain on TMZ to the doubters that believe she overserved herself. The Rock and Roll insider Gary Graff joins the show to discuss The Beatles Anthology 4, Aerosmith's new EP with Yungblud, the Rolling Stones box set, Wolfgang Van Halen's recent show, Alex Van Halen's new venture, Guns N' Roses' new tour & tracks, another Sex Pistols tour, more from KISS, an Oasis tour documentary, Morgan Wallen's two shows at The Big House, Jack White at Ford Field, David Coverdale's retirement, Jon Bon Jovi's return, Gary's Christmas recommendations, Motley Crue to Detroit, and more. Amazon is delivering via drone in our area. Bobbi Althoff is getting internet hate and she's not handling it well. Jasleen Singh is the absolutely WORST thing that has ever happened to Akaash Singh and his career. Jon Gosselin pulled a hottie and got married. Drew Crime: Hong Kong Torture Edition. An Israeli was sexually assaulted by Hamas. Diddy is looking awfully gray in jail. D4vd is looking to skate regarding the murder of Celeste Rivas. More Sports: Tom Brady used the hard-R on an NFL broadcast. Terry Bradshaw is struggling with words these days. Marshawn Kneeland had quite the lead foot. Jeff Dye is dying to join the Rogansphere. Meghan Markle is insufferable in her recent Harper's Bazaar interview. Tina Brown hates Meghan as well. She has a billionaire friend who loans her everything. Dave Landau will join us in-studio tomorrow. Don't forget to grab your Drew Lane Show merch right here! If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

Simone Biles talks about her implants, Michigan at Wrigley Field, Sami Sheen vapid tattoo tour, Texas cop v. Gamecocks, KISS honors Ace, Bond girl Kendall Jenner, Ohtani's dog > his wife, and our show causes car accidents. We'll do a LIVE Detroit Lions overreaction show tomorrow at 10:30am. Get your Drew Lane Show merch today! Sports: Marc went to Wrigley Field to support the cult. The Michigan Wolverines defeated Northwestern 24-22. Texas A&M had a wild comeback against the South Carolina Gamecocks. A Texas State Trooper stole the show with some roughhousing. The Alabama kicker is a hothead! Bronny James started and sucked it up. MSU lost another one, this time to Penn State. College GameDay had the worst $2M kicks possibly ever. The Eddie Murphy documentary remains watchable. Drew went on a Murphy movie binge this weekend. Music: Gene Simmons had some nice words for Ace Frehley. Paul Stanley led a moment of silence. Some lost Black Sabbath demos are going to be released. Sharon Osbourne is none too pleased. Alex Van Halen is dropping another book. AI country is taking over the charts. Wolfgang Van Halen has a new Mammoth album out. Shohei Ohtani won another MVP award and he shows his love to his dog. A THIRD deer was smoked while listening to our program. Another dude was involved in a hit and run while listening. Send your crashes to 209-66-Boner! Michelle Obama has another book out. She claims the US isn't ready for a female president. She goes on to explain why Black people can't swim. California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter is cratering. Politics: Tucker Carlson got ahold of Thomas Matthew Crook's digital footprint. Rocket Money pulls their advertising from Carlson due to Nick Fuentes' appearance on the show. Dasha Nekrasova was dropped by her talent agency for appearing on Fuentes' show. Zohran Mamdani may get his tax raise approved in New York. Kanye West is sorry for being antisemetic. Kylie Jenner is about to make a crappy album. Kendall Jenner wants to be the next Bond girl. Britney Spears cuddled up with the Kardashians over the weekend. The Rolling Stones covered disco classic Shame, Shame, Shame by Shirley & Company. The Stones had quite the Disco run. Simone Biles got some great new boobies. Dave Portnoy heckler, Patrick McClintock, had a GoFundMe that raised $30K. It seems to be gone now. Sami Sheen gives us a tour of her crappy tattoos. She hates the vast majority of them. The Wikipedia co-founder storms off podcast. Billie Eilish vs Elon Musk. There is a war against billionaires! Amy Schumer has lost weight and so she's dumping her husband. South Park continues going hard at Donald Trump as they show him nailing JD Vance. The BBC edited a Jan 6th clip of Donald Trump and the head of the network has resigned. Nauseating troll, Jack Doherty, was arrested in Miami. Hilary Duff is going on tour. She once gave Mike Comrie a BJ after he proposed. Meghan Markle shares a preview of her Christmas decorations. We roll through this Markle classic. She recently made another cooking blunder. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).