All Van Halen Articles
Derya Nagle of The Safety Fire Picks the Five ’80s Shredders with the Best Hair
The guitarist for UK prog-metal band The Safety Fire, who are out supporting their latest album, Grind the Ocean, Derya Nagle (pictured left) is a big-time fan of ’80s metal shredders. But not just for their pyrotechnic guitar licks. It’s also their equally prodigious hair that has him captivated. Here, the man with notable hair [...]
Photos: Death Angel Live in Hollywood
Thrash vets Death Angel recently played famed Sunset Strip club the Whisky for the first time–thrash wasn’t allowed there in the ’80s. Amid a set full of originals, the band also played a cover-song medley, which included cuts from Van Halen, Quiet Riot, and Mötley Crüe. Our own Stephanie Cabral was there, too, capturing all [...]
Eddie Van Halen Undergoes Emergency Surgery, Tour Dates to Be Rescheduled
Guitar legend Eddie Van Halen has undergone an emergency surgery for a severe bout of diverticulitis, according to a post on the band’s official Facebook page. The statement continues, “No further surgeries are needed and a full recovery is expected within 4 – 6 months.” “Van Halen’s scheduled November 2012 tour of Japan is currently [...]
Photos: Van Halen Live in Anaheim
Earlier this week, the Van Halen train rolled in Anaheim, California’s Honda Center for a night of good old fashioned rock ‘n’ roll.
Live Review: Van Halen at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, February 28
If there’s one thing Van Halen have set out to prove in 2012, it’s that they know how to throw a party. Beginning with their intimate, invite-only gig at New York City’s Cafe Wha? in January and then at another small show in Los Angeles, the semi-reunited lineup of frontman David Lee Roth and the [...]
Van Halen Premiere New Song and Video, “Tattoo”
Van Halen have released the music video for the first single off the band’s new album, A Different Kind of Truth. Check out the clip for “Tattoo” below. A Different Kind of Truth is scheduled for a February 7 release date through Interscope, and will mark the band’s first album with lead singer David Lee [...]
Van Halen Announce Track Listing for New Album
Van Halen have revealed the track listing for their upcoming album, A Different Kind of Truth. The record marks the first recording with frontman David Lee Roth since the classic 1984. Van Halen will also be heading out on a North American tour, beginning February 18. A Different Kind of Truth Track listing: 1. ‘Tattoo” [...]
Poll: What Record Are You Most Looking Forward to This Year?
We’ve just published our list of the Most Anticipated Albums of 2012, which includes bands ranging from Aerosmith to Slayer and Converge to Van Halen. Now we’re asking you, what album are you most excited about that is supposedly coming out in 2012? Answer our poll below, and feel free to vote as many times [...]
2012 Preview: The Most Anticipated Albums of the Year
Black Sabbath, Van Halen, Slayer, Marilyn Manson, Lamb of God, Down, and many more!
Van Halen Announce 2012 North American Tour and New Album, ‘A Different Kind of Truth’
Van Halen have revealed details of their 2012 North American tour, as well as confirming that their new album, A Different Kind of Truth, will be released on February 7. The announcement was made during the band’s intimate performance at New York City’s Cafe Wha? last night. You can view pictures from the show here. [...]
