Podcasts about Eddie Van Halen

Van Halen was one of the greatest American rock and roll bands of all time, captivating audiences with their energetic performances, innovative guitar riffs, and catchy lyrics. Led by  guitar virtuoso Eddie Van Halen, Van Halen created the perfect blend of hard rock with some pop sensibilities..  Even as their sound evolved over the years as they switched back and forth between the showmanship of Diamond David Lee Roth. the more straightforward powerful voice of Sammy Hagar, and that other guy that most fans overlook, they made millions of fans and inspired countless musicians.  We're talking about Van Halen's career, and for our 100th episode, we're calling in the big guns: former WWE Superstar and ECW Original The Blue Meanie, a diehard Van Halen fan. Episode Playlist Check out our episode playlist ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Get In Touch Check us out ⁠⁠online⁠⁠, on⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, or ⁠⁠YouTube.⁠⁠ or drops us an email at ⁠⁠show@prisonersofrockandroll.com⁠⁠. Or if you're in Philadelphia, come visit our home base at ⁠⁠McCusker's Tavern⁠⁠. Prisoners of Rock and Roll is part of ⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠. We're sponsored by⁠⁠ Boldfoot Socks⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music transports us through time as we explore musical milestones and memories that feel both distant and immediate, creating a fascinating perception of different decades.• Reminiscing about Atlanta's Music Midtown Festival from 1995 and the unique urban setting that transformed into a cultural gathering space• Why we struggle with 90s nostalgia being "30 years ago" while easily accepting the 80s as 40 years past• Eddie Van Halen sitting in with Paul Schaefer on Late Night with David Letterman 40 years ago• Bob Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues" reaching #39 on Billboard Hot 100 in 1965, becoming his first Top 40 hit• Minute with Jimmy segment exploring New Order's "Love Vigilantes"• The Black Crowes' "Jealous Again" • Great driving songs from The Cure, Talking Heads, Fleetwood Mac, and Don HenleyWe'd love to hear your favorite driving songs or convertible memories! Contact us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com and please like and follow our Facebook and Instagram pages."Music in My Shoes" where music and memories intertwine.Learn Something New orRemember Something OldSend us a one-way message. We can't answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

Send us a textEver wonder what it's like to stand backstage with rock legends? Jay takes us on a nostalgic journey to his youth when he and "Long-Haired Mark" watched Van Halen perform from the side stage during the Monsters of Rock tour. These personal memories frame a fascinating discussion about how band relationships evolve – and sometimes dissolve – over time, with Van Halen's members unable to reunite even for a tribute to Eddie Van Halen after his passing.The music industry conversation spans generations of artists, from established acts to emerging talents. We dive into Hailstorm's upcoming album "Everest," Linkin Park's reinvention with a female vocalist, and Metallica's massive world tour featuring an eclectic mix of supporting acts. As we discuss Shaboosie's record-breaking 40 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot Country charts and the star-studded performances at Stagecoach Festival, the show explores how artists continuously evolve while staying connected to their roots.The heart of the episode centers on our listeners' passionate responses to the question: "What cover song is better than the original?" From Disturbed's hauntingly powerful version of "Sound of Silence" to Guns N' Roses' energetic take on "Live and Let Die," the conversation reveals how artists transform familiar works into something uniquely their own. We also spotlight independent duo Circe, examining how their DIY approach to music creation represents the changing landscape of artist development in today's industry.Whether you're a longtime music fan or simply curious about the stories behind the songs, this episode offers a genuine, unfiltered look at the creative forces that shape the soundtrack of our lives. Join us at jfranzycom to continue the conversation!LinksJay Franze: https://JayFranze.comVirtually You: https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/Sirsy: https://www.sirsy.com/ Support the show

Imagine if Eddie Van Halen and Rahzel had a musical lovechild, and you might get somewhere close to Beatbox Jake's jaw-dropping solo effort, Dichotomy—a relentless, high-octane fusion of shred guitar wizardry and next-level vocal percussion. Clocking in at 53 minutes across 12 tracks, this album is a one-man sonic demolition derby—a bold, genre-defying statement that cements Jake as a musical innovator.It's easy to throw around words like “innovative” and “unique,” but Dichotomy actually earns them. Every single sound on this album—every drum hit, every bass groove, every searing guitar solo—comes from one person. There's no drum machine here; Jake's mouth percussion is so tight, so textured, and so powerful that it rivals a full kit. At the same time, his guitar playing is absolutely unhinged—a thrilling mix of technical shredding, bluesy grit, and metal ferocity. It's the kind of playing that makes musicians stop mid-conversation and ask, Who is this guy?

We are thrilled to welcome Josh to the show for the first time. Right from the start, he and Todd dive into an in-depth discussion on gear, covering topics like GAS, Allan Holdsworth gear, the EVH Wolfgang, the EVH Frankie, and the '78 Eruption Guitar. They also touch on Rock and Pod, Tora Tora, Salty Dog, music separation, "November Rain" and Matt Sorum, the Bissonette Brothers, Eddie Van Halen on bass, the "More Than Words" curse, Mr. Big, praise for Alex Van Halen's drum work and the Van Halen story, Bill Hader, Eddie Van Halen Shreds, and an interesting Yngwie Malmsteen story. #podcast #gear #music #Josh #Todd #indieLinktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/meetthegeeksMerch: Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/seangeekpodcastRed Bubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/seangeekpodcast/shop@seangeekpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and FacebookMentioned in this episode:New Merch AdAn ad that incorporates Red Bubble and Tee Public

From crafting the iconic Eye of the Tiger for Rocky III to Burning Heart in Rocky IV, Frankie shares untold stories about Sylvester Stallone, the music that defined a generation, and a surprising Muhammad Ali connection. We also touch on guitar legends like Eddie Van Halen and Brian May, plus behind-the-scenes Rocky moments. Tune in for music history, Rocky nostalgia, and exclusive insights!

This week on RITY... The mini theme is Mayday! Songs with titles that are a cry for help... A brand new song from Sammy Hagar that pays tribute to his former bandmate, Eddie Van Halen... Who would have thought that driving down Lake Shore Drive while high on cocaine would inspire a hit song!... Who was Chicken Man and why was he blown up by a nail bomb?... Deep cuts from Artful Dodger, Orion The Hunter, Spys, Little Village, Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings, and much more!... For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

My 600lb Life had some amazing food orders, Tattoo-Gate: Donald Trump v. ABC's Terry Moran, Brett Favre “destroyed” Jenn Sterger's life, Bill Belichick held hostage by Jordon Hudson, and the exciting conclusion of Cop Cam Megan. Schoenherr Roofing dropped Champion's Club tickets on listeners __________________! Theo Von is coming to the Fox theater for two shows. Politics: Donald Trump vs Terry Moran regarding a possible MS-13 tattoo. Trump took on Shri Thanedar at his rally last night. Gretchen Whitmer was forced into hugging the President. Several Philadelphia Eagles declined to go to the White House. Hey Christina Aguilera… why you look different? Bill Belichick is angry at CBS for editing their interview with him. Jordon Hudson has been popping off on Twitter. Jordon put an axe to Hard Knocks. Now she is a real estate mogul. Lighthouse Exteriors takes a shot at Drew right out of the gate. Sports: Cris Carter pops off on Shedeur Sanders' behavior. The NFL fines the Atlanta Falcons and their DC for the Shedeur Sanders prank call. John Elway killed his ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire' lifeline. Not-actual video of the crash. My 600-lb Life YouTube clips are the best clips. Beyoncé is touring, but nobody is showing up to the concerts. Scientology: Tom Cruise is nailing Ana de Armas. John Travolta is STUCK in Scientology. Sammy Hagar drops an Eddie Van Halen-inspired song. Sammy isn't holding back on David Lee Roth or Alex Van Halen anymore. Mike Peters of The Alarm has died. Lorde shows us her IUD. Pierce Brosnan is gaining the weight his wife is losing. Martin Short is the new host of Match Game. Alec Baldwin is unemployed now. We recall Burt Reynolds vs Marc Summers. Lee Corso is old and retiring. Cop Cam: Entitled Brat Part 2! Megan is crazy. The Fall of Favre is coming to Netflix. Jenn Sterger is in it. Yostin Mosquera is a double murderer and sex fiend. We end with a prolapsed anus… sorry about that. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (The Drew Lane Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to our new music mix from October 2022Taylor Swift dominated charts by claiming all top ten Billboard spots with her "Midnights" album – we explore "Mastermind," highlighting how her songwriting prowess continues to evolve while maintaining that distinctive Taylor sound.The musical whiplash continues as we bounce between genres. Flatland Cavalry's folksy "Mountain Song" transports listeners to peaceful natural landscapes, while Sam Smith and Kim Petras deliver the imposing, menacing "Unholy" that marks a dramatic departure from Smith's typical style. Rock veterans make strong showings with Smashing Pumpkins returning to their hard-edged roots on "Beguiled" and Red Hot Chili Peppers honoring guitar legend Eddie Van Halen with their extended six-minute tribute "Eddie."Our exploration reveals fascinating discoveries – from The 1975's "I'm In Love With You" (prompting us to admit we've overlooked their 20-year catalog) to emerging artist Jake Swamp and the Pine's nostalgic "Empty Stomachs and Bloodshot Eyes." We even find Bruce Springsteen covering Ben E. King on his upcoming Motown and soul covers album.https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/new-music-october-2022/pl.u-mJy81vBINE8XR1q https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BzHINFCB80bJQZAlwEiWu?si=18378ffac35a4bd5Mastermind by Taylor SwiftMountain Song by Flatland CavalryUnholy by Sam Smith & Kim PetrasFrancesca by WeezerLift Off by LabrinthI'm In Love With You by The 1975Beguiled by The Smashing PumpkinsEmpty Stomachs and Bloodshot Eyes by Jake Swamp and the PineEddie by Red Hot Chili PeppersStfu (feat Rick Nielsen) by Todd RundgrenElectricfy My Love by Mondo CozmoDon't Play That Song by Bruce SpringsteenSupport the showVisit us at https://www.superawesomemix.com to learn more about our app, our merchandise, our cards, and more!

Send us a textOn this episode Doug has a big announcement. Plus, we discuss Sammy Hagar's new song that came to him in a dream from Eddie Van Halen. The music rocks. The lyrics, meh. We hear about Sammy's possible collaboration with Kirk Hammett and about Metallica's new deluxe reissue. We talk Rock and Roll Hall of Fame news, if we have to, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a singer/songwriter from Maine who once dated rock and roll royalty. #hagar #vanhalen #metallica #rrhf #pattygriffinhttps://www.facebook.com/obrienanddoug/ https://instagram.com/obrien_and_doug

MUSIC  Freddie Mercury got together with Michael Jackson in 1983 to work on new music together, but it all came to a quick end because of Michael's pet LLAMA, Louie   Beyoncé began her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit tour in Los Angeles on Monday night.    The Red Clay Strays were surprised early with the news that they won the ACM Award for Best New Group of the Year.  Fans online were happy for the redemption after they were "snubbed" at last year's CMAs.   Christie Brinkley released a memoir yesterday called "Uptown Girl", and in it, she includes stories about her marriage to Billy Joel and his drinking problems.    Billy and Chloe Corgan must be thinking about installing some parking bollards in front of their Madame Zuzu's tea shop in Highland Park, Illinois. A car drove through their front window last October, and on Tuesday another car drove into the front of the shop near the window.   Halestorm's new album, Everest, will be out on August 8th.   Metallica are re-releasing their 1996 and sixth album, Load on June 13th in multiple formats with the Expanded and Deluxe digital versions. The Load Remastered Limited Edition   Last week, Sammy Hagar released a new song, "Encore. Thank You. Good Night.”, which was inspired by a dream he had about writing a song with Eddie Van Halen.  TV Landman is bringing more star power for Season 2 as Sam Elliot has been added to Taylor Sheridan's drama series for Paramount+.    AND FINALLY   Mother's Day is in a few weeks on Sunday, May 11th.  So to get ready, Billboard put together a special playlist with 30 songs that celebrate mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MUSIC  Freddie Mercury got together with Michael Jackson in 1983 to work on new music together, but it all came to a quick end because of Michael's pet LLAMA, Louie   Beyoncé began her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit tour in Los Angeles on Monday night.    The Red Clay Strays were surprised early with the news that they won the ACM Award for Best New Group of the Year.  Fans online were happy for the redemption after they were "snubbed" at last year's CMAs.   Christie Brinkley released a memoir yesterday called "Uptown Girl", and in it, she includes stories about her marriage to Billy Joel and his drinking problems.    Billy and Chloe Corgan must be thinking about installing some parking bollards in front of their Madame Zuzu's tea shop in Highland Park, Illinois. A car drove through their front window last October, and on Tuesday another car drove into the front of the shop near the window.   Halestorm's new album, Everest, will be out on August 8th.   Metallica are re-releasing their 1996 and sixth album, Load on June 13th in multiple formats with the Expanded and Deluxe digital versions. The Load Remastered Limited Edition   Last week, Sammy Hagar released a new song, "Encore. Thank You. Good Night.”, which was inspired by a dream he had about writing a song with Eddie Van Halen.  TV Landman is bringing more star power for Season 2 as Sam Elliot has been added to Taylor Sheridan's drama series for Paramount+.    AND FINALLY   Mother's Day is in a few weeks on Sunday, May 11th.  So to get ready, Billboard put together a special playlist with 30 songs that celebrate mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Van Halen 1984 album breakdown: Join Ryan and special guest Trucker Andy on the Worst of the Best podcast as they dive deep into Van Halen's iconic 1984 album! From the synth-heavy "Jump" to the hard-hitting "Panama" and the underrated "Girl Gone Bad," they debate the highs and lows of this Diamond-certified classic. Is David Lee Roth or Sammy Hagar the ultimate frontman? Why did Eddie Van Halen's keyboard obsession stir controversy? Discover the stories behind the songs, the band's dynamics, and why this album remains a fan favorite yet divisive masterpiece. Perfect for rock fans, Van Halen enthusiasts, and 80s music lovers! Don't miss their surprising picks for the “worst” song on this legendary albumRyan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trucker Andy then pick the worst one.YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠join our Discord ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/ndZwrUpeA5⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠email us worstofthebestpodcast@gmail.com

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 30ú lá de mí Aibreán, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1993 bhí an Central Bank ag iarradh ruaig a chuir ar an phobal de bharr gníomhaíocht airgeadais agus de bharr sin rinne siad iarratas de a idirbheart lena stiúrthóir. I 2004 dúirt an VHI leis an rialtas go raibh siad ag iarradh dul bancbhriste in ionad táille a bheith acu ionas go mbeidís ábalta mair. I 1993 rinne teach altranais sa chontae agus in áiteanna eile gearánach faoin roinn sláinte de bharr nach raibh aon chúnamh ón stát acu. I 2004 stop an iarracht a bhí comhairle contae an chláir ag déanamh chun laghdú a dhéanamh ar na plean a bhí ann don Taisce. Sin Brotherhood of Man le Save Your Kisses For Me – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1976. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1983 chuaigh Michael Jackson chuig uimhir a haon lena amhrán Beat It agus d'fhan sé ann ar feadh trí sheachtain. Bhí sé seo a 5ú huimhir a haon I Meiriceá. Bhí sé a tríú singil ón albam Thriller agus bhí Eddie Van Halen ar an amhrán ag seinm giotár ach de bharr go raibh sé le lipéad ceoil eile ní raibh sé san fhís cheoil. I 1990 chan Prince ag club oíche Rupert's I Minneapolis. Bhí sé 100 dollar chun ticéad a fháil agus bhí an t-airgid go léir ag dul chuig chlann a shean garda cosanta Charles Huntsberry a fuair bás de bharr taom croí. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Kirsten Dunst I Meiriceá I 1982 agus rugadh aisteoir Johnny Galecki I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1975 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 30th of April, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1993: the central bank in a drive to dispel growing public unease about financial activities at building societys, requested reports on transactions involving their directors. 2004: The VHI warned the gov that they were prepared to go bankrupt rather than charge the premium increases it needed to survive. 1993: new nursing homes in clare, limerick, and tipperary accused the department of health of gross discrimination because of lack of state support 2004: efforts by clare county councillors to reduce the influence of an taisce in planning matters was put on hold. That was Brotherhood of Man with Save Your Kisses For Me – the biggest song on this day in 1976. Onto music news on this day In 1983 Michael Jackson started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Beat It', his fifth solo US No.1. The third single from the singer's Thriller album featured Eddie Van Halen on the song's distinctive overdriven guitar solo, but Halen was prevented by his record label from appearing in the music video. 1990 Prince played a concert at Rupert's Night-club, Minneapolis. The $100 a head ticket proceeds all went to the family of his former bodyguard Charles 'Big Chick' Huntsberry, who had died from a heart attack. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actress Kirsten Dunst was born in America in 1982 and actor Johnny Galecki was born in America on this day in 1975 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 30ú lá de mí Aibreán, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1993 bhí an Central Bank ag iarradh ruaig a chuir ar an phobal de bharr gníomhaíocht airgeadais agus de bharr sin rinne siad iarratas de a idirbheart lena stiúrthóir. I 2004 dúirt an VHI leis an rialtas go raibh siad ag iarradh dul bancbhriste in ionad táille a bheith acu ionas go mbeidís ábalta mair. I 1997 bhí aláram ag seinm gach oíche agus bhí fear agus a chlann suas gach oíche de bharr. Tháinig sé amach sa chúirt go raibh an t-aláram ann ar feadh 63 uair a chloig. I 2000 dúradh cá bhfuil na n-iasc? Sin an cheist a bhí ar intinn gach duine a bhí ag iascaireacht de bharr go raibh na n-iasc sna abhainn laghdaithe. Tháinig duánaí amach ag rá nach raibh mórán iasc aige an bhliain sin. Sin Brotherhood of Man le Save Your Kisses For Me – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1976. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1983 chuaigh Michael Jackson chuig uimhir a haon lena amhrán Beat It agus d'fhan sé ann ar feadh trí sheachtain. Bhí sé seo a 5ú huimhir a haon I Meiriceá. Bhí sé a tríú singil ón albam Thriller agus bhí Eddie Van Halen ar an amhrán ag seinm giotár ach de bharr go raibh sé le lipéad ceoil eile ní raibh sé san fhís cheoil. I 1990 chan Prince ag club oíche Rupert's I Minneapolis. Bhí sé 100 dollar chun ticéad a fháil agus bhí an t-airgid go léir ag dul chuig chlann a shean garda cosanta Charles Huntsberry a fuair bás de bharr taom croí. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Kirsten Dunst I Meiriceá I 1982 agus rugadh aisteoir Johnny Galecki I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1975 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 30th of April, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1993: the central bank in a drive to dispel growing public unease about financial activities at building societys, requested reports on transactions involving their directors. 2004: The VHI warned the gov that they were prepared to go bankrupt rather than charge the premium increases it needed to survive. 1997 - THE sound of an alarm at a council depot was keeping a man and his family awake at night, Judge Michael Pattwell was told at Cashel Court. The court heard that the 63 hours of continuous ringing was "most invasive.  2000 - Where are the fish gone? That was the question on many local anglers lips this as the amount of aquatic life in local rivers becomes even more and more depleted.  A concerned angler sought to highlight the apparent lack ot a "bite" this year.  That was Brotherhood of Man with Save Your Kisses For Me – the biggest song on this day in 1976. Onto music news on this day In 1983 Michael Jackson started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Beat It', his fifth solo US No.1. The third single from the singer's Thriller album featured Eddie Van Halen on the song's distinctive overdriven guitar solo, but Halen was prevented by his record label from appearing in the music video. 1990 Prince played a concert at Rupert's Night-club, Minneapolis. The $100 a head ticket proceeds all went to the family of his former bodyguard Charles 'Big Chick' Huntsberry, who had died from a heart attack. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actress Kirsten Dunst was born in America in 1982 and actor Johnny Galecki was born in America on this day in 1975 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

EPISODE #112 - “Hot for Teacher” is universally known as one of MTV's most popular and creative videos. Model/actress Lori Tucker, who portrayed detention teacher Wanda, talks all about her experience working with the band. An extended VH News is included where the Daves breakdown the new Sammy Hagar single, “Encore. Thank You. Goodnight.” as well as the new David Lee Roth box set, “The Warner Recordings 1985-1994” plus a new mailbag segment in their 9th anniversary 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


Fair Warning Turns 44! Released April 29, 1981, Fair Warning may not have been Van Halen's biggest commercial hit, but it's become a fan favorite and a cult classic. Gritty, dark, and aggressive, this fourth studio album captured the band at their rawest—and showed just how far Eddie Van Halen could push the boundaries of rock guitar.

Sammy Hagar Opens Up on 21-Year Rift with Alex Van Halen: "I'm Still Out Here Doing It—and That Bothers Him" In a candid new interview with Rolling Stone, Sammy Hagar has broken his silence on the long-standing rift between him and Alex Van Halen—revealing they haven't spoken in over two decades. Alex, who notably refused to mention Sammy by name in his recent memoir Brothers, has apparently shut the door on any form of communication, and Hagar is finally offering his side of the story. “I've asked people like Irving Azoff, ‘What's the problem?'” Hagar says. “Some say it's about Cabo Wabo—that the band gave it to me when it was losing money, and after I turned it into a massive success, Alex got mad. But they gave it to me! I signed off on everything and took the risk. Now they're angry I made it work?” But the Cabo story is only part of the tension. Hagar also points to his brutally honest 2011 memoir Red: My Uncensored Life In Rock, where he chronicled Eddie Van Halen's struggles during their final tour together. While Sammy says he's not looking to drag Eddie's name through the mud again, the damage may have already been done. Still, Hagar believes something deeper is fueling Alex's resentment. “I think Al's mad because I'm still out there doing it—with Mike [Anthony]—and he can't. He's not a frontman, not a songwriter. And I don't think he wants to—or can—play drums anymore. I'd feel terrible if I couldn't do it either. But I'm happy, man. And being happy really pisses people off.” Hagar adds with a smirk, “Al, I'm making you money out here—selling Van Halen records, keeping the legacy alive. Just leave me alone, and I'll do the same.” Alex, for his part, has offered a different vision of Van Halen's legacy. In interviews promoting Brothers, he explained why the book ends in 1984, skipping over the entire "Van Hagar" era and beyond. “The original band—that was the magic,” Alex told Rolling Stone and USA Today. “After that, it wasn't the same. We did good work, but the spirit, the fabric, the bond—it changed.” Asked about the Best Of All Worlds tour featuring Hagar, Anthony, Joe Satriani, and Jason Bonham, Alex didn't mince words: “I'm not interested. They're not doing the band justice. That's not my business.” In fact, Alex never once mentioned Hagar by name during the Rolling Stone interview. Instead, he referred to post-1984 Van Halen simply as: “We had a lot of other singers over the years.” Despite the cold shoulder, Hagar insists he and Eddie reconciled before the guitarist's death in 2020. “I'm at peace with Eddie,” Sammy says. “That was important to me.” Hagar fronted Van Halen from 1985 to 1996, delivering four No. 1 albums—5150, OU812, For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge, and Balance—before the band's brief 2004 reunion. That tour ended on a sour note, with Anthony forced to take a pay cut and sign away rights to the band name and logo just to participate. As for Alex? Hagar isn't holding his breath for a reunion call. “Al's changed. And that's fine,” he says. “I'm just out here keeping the music alive.” "Exclusively Van Halen" is the ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. Step into the world of rock and roll legends as we delve deep into the history, music, and trivia surrounding one of the most iconic bands of all time. Join us as we explore Van Halen's storied career, from their electrifying performances to the making of their timeless hits. Get to know the band members, their inspirations, and the stories behind the songs that have rocked generations. But that's not all – tune in for exciting giveaways where you can win exclusive Van Halen merchandise and more. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering the magic of Van Halen, this show promises to keep you entertained, informed, and rocking out from start to finish. Get ready to jump into the world of "Exclusively Van Halen" and experience the music like never before.

Sammy Hagar's latest song was inspired by a dream he recently had where Eddie Van Halen made an appearance

Sammy Hagar returns with a powerful new single Encore, Thank You, Goodnight., out April 25 via Big Machine Rock — inspired by a dream about Eddie Van Halen!

Valerie Bertinelli is the host of 'Bingo Blitz' on GSN Valerie joined us to talk:-Her son Wolfgang "I know he's 34 years old and a grown adult, but he will always be my baby.  I'm so proud of him.  I just wish Ed was here to enjoy it too!"-Ed casts a long shadow (Eddie Van Halen) -Wolfie named after Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart-Her instagram how she throws it all out there-Her new show Bingo Blitz  Valerie Bertinelli Instagram  To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

Show Open 04.26.25 -May means graduation season... and plenty of cash to shell out-Valerie Bertinelli & Eddie Van Halen-The Pope Passing and the Conclave  To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

Sammy Hagar opens up about how a dream inspired his latest song honoring Eddie Van Halen and shares some details about what he'll be doing at Ozzy's final show.

Sammy Hager released a tribute song about Eddie Van Halen, and we play a clip of it here!

Sammy Hagar is about to release a song that features a guitar lick he says Eddie Van Halen showed him in a dream. "Encore, Thank You, Goodnight" will be released on Friday, April 25th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Red Rocker discusses how Eddie Van Halen inspired his new song, why working with Joe Satriani, Michael Anthony and Kenny Aronoff makes him a better performer and what's so exciting about Las Vegas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sammy Hagar Releases Dream-Inspired Tribute to Eddie Van Halen – "Encore, Thank You, Goodnight." Just months after announcing his semi-retirement from touring, Sammy Hagar is back with a powerful new single, Encore, Thank You, Goodnight., out April 25 via Big Machine Rock. Co-written with Joe Satriani and co-produced by Satriani and Eric Caudieux, the track was inspired by a dream Hagar had about Eddie Van Halen. The result? A heartfelt, high-energy tribute celebrating their unforgettable years together in Van Halen. “This song is my final bow to that part of my life,” says Hagar. “It's a thank-you – with love, respect, and one hell of a guitar solo.” The track also features Michael Anthony on bass and signature Van Halen-style backing vocals, with Kenny Aronoff delivering hard-hitting drums. Satriani brings soaring guitar work that channels Eddie's spirit while staying true to his own sound. Fans attending The Best of All Worlds Las Vegas residency kickoff at Dolby Live will witness the live debut of the song at the end of the month.

A newly circulated partial soundboard recording of “Ice Cream Man” and a section of Eddie Van Halen's solo from the Providence Civic Center, May 15, 1981 — part of the Fair Warning tour! Let's hope the full recording sees the light of day soon.

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In this episode, we dive into the latest Backstage Auctions event featuring the Steve Rosen Van Halen Collection!

In this episode, I talk about the brand-new EVH gear and the Sweetwater-exclusive EVH Custom Shop Wolfgang guitars, including wild new finishes, killer specs, and everything EVH fans need to know!

The Van Halen...Van Hagar Years, for many years were shelved after "The Breakup Number Two" between Sammy Hagar and the Van Halen Brothers. However, in 2023 The Van Hagar Albums finally...FINALLY received the re-master treatment in "The Collection II". The result is a mostly satisfying box set, especially for the album "5150". While Sammy and Eddie reconciled a bit before Eddie Van Halen's passing in 2020, you get the feeling this re-release could've been better if they had collaborated on this release together...at the very least they would've stopped some...well...dumb creative decisions that came with the release. Overall, still a great re-release...IT'S 5150 TIME!!! #ddclassicrock #podcast #vanhalen #vanhagar #redrocker #eddievanhalen #thecollectionII #redrocker - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1YgtUHBiRYuoeqfdfxwcVz?si=50bqMfCCT06LeKwXna-58Q

Brian "Nasher" Nash was the guitarist for one of the most explosive and unforgettable bands of the 1980s – Frankie Goes to Hollywood. The Liverpool legends burst onto the scene with the banned-but-brilliant Relax, and quickly followed it up with two more chart-topping hits that defined a generation.In this episode of Misadventures in Music, Nasher shares a treasure trove of wild stories from his time at the top – from tax exile antics and surreal studio sessions to near-misses with Eddie Van Halen and the chaos of life on tour. It's a candid, hilarious, and at times emotional conversation with a man who's seen it all and come out the other side with his humour and heart intact.Tune in for tales of rebellion, resilience, and rock 'n' roll excess – Frankie-style.

EPISODE #111 - Manna from heaven descended upon Van Halen fans when James Vega unleashed the fury in the form of vintage VH videos ranging from 1978-1984. The Daves breakdown the entire lot including an exclusive email interview with Mr. Vega who answers all their burning questions in a special edition of VH News. Rock journalist extraordinaire Steve Rosen, author of “Tonechaser - Understanding Edward: My 26 Journey with Edward Van Halen,” comes back to discuss his new audio project “Van Halen Voices.” Plus, a stacked mailbag segment completes this March 2025 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

It's the anniversary of 5150, Van Halen's first album with Sammy Hagar! Released in 1986, this album introduced a new era for the band and became a massive success, featuring iconic tracks like Why Can't This Be Love, Dreams, and Love Walks In. In this video, we break down the entire album, track by track, and celebrate its legacy. Let's talk about your favorite songs and memories of 5150!

Chaz & AJ talked with Stephen Pearcy of RATT about their rise to fame on the Sunset Strip in 1979, and how he became friends with Eddie Van Halen. After the interview Chaz & AJ shared audio of their first call, which failed to connect to the right Stephen. Photo courtesy: Mohegan Sun 

Join me as we celebrate the anniversary of Van Halen II, released on March 23, 1979! This iconic follow-up to their groundbreaking debut album took their sound to the next level, featuring killer riffs, high-energy performances, and unforgettable hooks. We'll dive into the full tracklist, share some cool trivia, and discuss why this album still rocks after all these years!

Back in July 1984, Guitar Player magazine featured Eddie Van Halen on the cover. Since staff editor Jas Obrecht had already interviewed Eddie multiple times, the team asked him to create a crash course in Eddie's playing style. Eddie agreed, and music editor Jim Ferguson was sent to LA for the “My Tips for Beginners” section. For more advanced players, Eruption—Van Halen's legendary guitar-and-drums instrumental from 1978—was the obvious choice. But who could accurately transcribe such a groundbreaking piece? The answer: a young Steve Vai, fresh off recording his Flex-Able solo album. At just 23, Vai was a Berklee College of Music graduate and a member of Frank Zappa's band. His meticulous handwritten transcription of Eruption—complete with detailed performance notes—was nothing short of a work of art. Fast-forward 40 years: In January 2025, Jas posted a podcast interview with Vai from his Skyscraper era with David Lee Roth. The response was overwhelming, so we knew fans would love to see this historic transcription. Steve graciously gave his permission, joking that he might question its accuracy today after so many years and notes played! This original 1984 transcription is now archived in the University of North Carolina's Southern Folklife Collection, thanks to the efforts of Shaw Lentz and the SFC team. Now, we're bringing it to you in high-resolution detail!

In this episode Phil X joins the podcast. Phil talks about the new album from Phil X & The Drills (out March 28th), his longtime bandmate Daniel Spree, the early days of the Drills with Jeremy Spencer (Five Finger Death Punch), the long process of making the new album, working with several drummers and stories of their contributions like Tommy Lee / Tico Torres / Liberty DeVitto / Kenny Aronoff / Ray Luzier / Josh Freese and even Taylor Hawkins, the brilliance of Brian Tichey (eps 242 / 253), what makes Brent Fitz the perfect drummer to bring it together in the live setting, his time being a member of Triumph, his time recently working with Kurt Deimer (ep 406), his memories recording with and high praise for Andrew WK's “I Get Wet”, some Bon Jovi studio recording stories involving Jon Bon Jovi and John Shanks, performing in Russia with Vinny Appice, love for Eddie Van Halen, and a ton more! Thanks for listening, and please share! #podcast #philx #bonjovi #allkillernofiller This episode is brought to you by DEB Concerts. Follow DEB on Facebook and Twitter to get updates on upcoming shows including Rocklahoma performances from Dee Snider, Orianthi, Mike Tramp and more! This episode is also brought to you by Sunset Tattoo Tulsa. Sunset Tattoo has over 25 years of experience, and is located at 3146 E. 15th St. in Tulsa, OK. Native owned, and a female tattoo artist in house. The tattoos are "Done Good and Proper" so be sure to like their facebook page for more details. This episode is also brought to you by Rocklahoma Bitches! Rocklahoma Bitches have been supporting Rocklahoma every year since 2011. Cristy and Kendra have become synonymous with the party both in the campgrounds and inside the venue at ROK. They give away (never charge) an abundant amount of their merch, they MC major campground events, bid on charity guitar auctions, and have become a yearly sponsor of the Cancer Sucks benefit concert in Tulsa. Join their FB group and follow the Rockbitch page now! Stream us anytime everywhere podcasts are heard.

Episode 2619 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat about living in Los Angeles, reducing screen time, and Anna shares her adventures at Food Expo West. https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/03/adventures-at-food-expo-west-episode-2619 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Adventures at Food Expo West You get a little lesson on Eddie Van Halen, other celebrities, and living in Los Angeles. (3:00) Vinnie has been checking the amount of screen time on his phone and is trying to reduce the time he is “leashed” to the phone. (18:00) Test yourself to see how long you are on your phone. Hint: being on a phone 7 hours a day is not normal. Vinnie has noticed he has been more present while doing other activities. Expo West is huge, and is *supposed* to focus on natural foods; however, there are a lot of keto-type products. (29:00) Anna shares some of the challenges getting to Food Expo West. Anna created her sauces bc she wanted to see clean ingredients on the shelves. She talks about the various types of products that she saw. High protein products are a big callout on packaging. (36:00) They discuss a few other products and their experience with them.. More News If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, register here! Don't forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days Of Our Lives on the Peacock channel.  “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon! You can purchase or rent it . Make sure you watch, rate, and review it! Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook is available!  You can go to You can order it from . Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day! There's a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use! The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon. https://nsngfoods.com/ [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. Additionally, the more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:

On this day in 1998, Van Halen released Van Halen III, their 11th studio album and the only one to feature Gary Cherone on vocals. Produced by Mike Post and Edward Van Halen, the album took a different approach from the band's previous works, incorporating longer song structures and experimental sounds. Despite mixed reviews and commercial struggles, Van Halen III remains a unique chapter in the band's history. In this video, we take a closer look at the album's creation, its standout tracks like "Without You" and "Fire in the Hole," and how it fits into Van Halen's legacy. What are your thoughts on Van Halen III? Let me know in the comments! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Van Halen content.

In an unexpected turn of events, reports from the Netherlands suggest that Alex Van Halen is working on a brand-new Van Halen album, and he's enlisted Steve Lukather to help complete the project! For years, speculation surrounded the Van Halen name—whether it was the abandoned tribute tour featuring Jason Newsted and Joe Satriani or Sammy Hagar's Best of All Worlds Tour keeping the music alive. But now, it looks like a 13th Van Halen studio album is actually happening! Alex Van Halen has confirmed that he's working with Lukather, stating, “Ed and Steve Lukather were very good friends and they often worked together. There is no one who can do this process with me as well as he can.” Lukather responded, “Ed, Alex, and I were very close for years. It is true that we worked on it together.” Lukather's connection to the Van Halen brothers runs deep—from jamming together to Eddie playing bass on Lukather's solo album and even collaborating on Michael Jackson's Beat It! But the big question remains:

Are you ready to unleash your inner metal guitarist? In this electrifying episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're diving deep into the world of metal guitar techniques as part of our thrilling Metal March series!Whether you're a budding metalhead or just looking to expand your guitar repertoire, this episode is packed with essential techniques to take your playing to the next level. From thunderous power chords to lightning-fast alternate picking, we've got you covered.What You'll Discover:The secrets of power chords and palm muting for that signature metal crunchAlternate picking and speed techniques to shred like a proTremolo picking and gallop rhythms to add intensity to your playingNatural and pinched harmonics for those spine-tingling squealsSweep picking and tapping to create mind-blowing solosHighlights from the Episode:1. Power Chord Mastery: Learn how to craft the perfect power chord and use palm muting for a tight, aggressive sound.2. Speed Demon Techniques: Discover the secrets of alternate picking and tremolo picking to boost your speed and precision.3. Harmonic Magic: Unlock the potential of natural and pinched harmonics to add flair to your playing.4. Advanced Techniques: Get introduced to sweep picking and tapping, taking your lead guitar skills to new heights.5. Real-World Application: Each technique comes with song recommendations to hear these skills in action from metal legends.But wait, there's more! We've also got some exciting news about new quick tip videos available in the Beginner Guitar Academy, perfect for putting these techniques into practice right away.Don't miss this chance to elevate your guitar playing and join the ranks of metal guitar heroes. Whether you're aiming to be the next Eddie Van Halen or just want to add some heavy riffs to your repertoire, this episode has something for everyone.Remember, great metal guitar playing isn't just about speed – it's about precision, control, and attitude. So plug in, crank up the gain, and let's dive into the world of metal guitar techniques together!

The Jeremy White Show welcomes Kenny Wayne Shepherd!Kenny and Jeremy discussed his experience with Van Halen's last tour. Kenny shared how the tour came together through him and Ed's communication, and how the band treated them with respect. He also mentioned his interaction with David Lee Roth, describing him as distant and not as approachable as the rest of the band. Kennt and Jeremy discussed the contrast between Eddie Van Halen's friendly demeanor and David Lee Roth's aloofness. They also touched on the topic of fame and how it can affect people's behavior. Kenny expressed his admiration for Eddie Van Halen's talent and innovation, but also shared his reluctance to be overly fan-like around him.Three-time Grammy® Award-winning blues legend BOBBY RUSH & five-time Grammy® nominated singer/songwriter/guitarist KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD, will be releasing a very special collection of new blues songs that the two artists wrote and recorded together. Titled YOUNG FASHIONED WAYS, the album will be available on March 21. Their debut single, “Who Was That,” which will also be featured in Lionsgate's upcoming film “Flight Risk” starring Mark Wahlberg that releases on January 24. Additionally, the two artists will embark on a 24-city U.S. tour starting April 25 in Kansas City, MO through August 23 in Lincoln City, LA, with additional dates to be announcedPLEASE LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! The Jeremy White Show is FREE and ON DEMAND, stream now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Google Podcasts and tell your Smart Speaker "Play The Jeremy White Show". For BOOKINGS and ENQUIRIES: Show Producer: Joe Cristiano - joe@jeremywhiteshow.com Management: GARBER IMC. - angela@garberimc.comFollow on Twitter:   / jeremywhitemtl   Follow on Instagram:   / jeremywhiteshow  Subscribe on YouTube:    / jeremywhiteshow   Subscribe to The Jeremy White Show for exclusive content and interviews. © 2025. Jeremy White. All Rights Reserved.

Bo DonaldsonTake a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Bo Donaldson. Bo Donaldson and the Heywoods had the number one song in America in June of 1974; with the timeless hit "Billy, Don't Be a Hero". They also had hits on the charts all throughout the 70's. In this episode, we chat about how he got into music, and how his band came to be. Bo shares great stories about his mom deciding that she was going to meet Dick Clark and get him to make her son's band famous.... and then she did it! We also discuss some of the band's early days, where they opened for The Osmonds for over 300 shows. I pry just a bit into Bo's personal life and try to get to the bottom of some of the rumors about him dating Valerie Bertinelli before Eddie Van Halen. Along the way, we chat about each of the charting hits for the band, other fun Dick Clark stories, some previous guests of this show, Bo's real age, and why on earth he likes Cincinnati's Skyline chili so darn much! Plus, he lets me play their number one hit, as well as a little-known television show theme song the band wrote at the request of Dick Clark. Bo Donaldson and The Heywoods are still playing occasional shows in and around Southern California, and they are even playing a show in Buffalo, Ny in July. Check BoDonaldsonAndTheHeywoods.com for everything about the band; including new music, and tour dates.

EPISODE #110 - Fan Halen is the biggest Van Halen tribute band touring the United States today. Loud Dave caught up with the entire band backstage at their Long Island gig on the eve of Eddie Van Halen's 70th birthday. He interviewed each member about their role in the band and the detail they put into their performance. A VH News segment and a full mailbag complete this February 2025 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