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Ross Halfin Photography Very pleased to announce my latest book “Edward Van Halen by Ross Halfin” which is available for pre-order now from Rufus Books. I started shooting Van Halen in 1978 when they were just a support band for Black Sabbath . This book delves deep into my archive covering the early tours with Roth […]
In a statement to Pasadena Now, Eddie Van Halen’s former long-time guitar technician said plans for a Pasadena memorial to the late guitarist are in the works. “Original Van Halen tech Rudy Leiren is chairing a team that will bring a memorial statue honoring the late, great guitar virtuoso to Pasadena, California,” the statement reads. “Details announced soon […]
Brian McDonald tells the story of how Fender built the ultimate EVH tribute – the original tone monster Fender launched its EVH brand in style with the release of the Frankenstein in 2007. This Custom Shop limited-edition run included 300 replica instruments, each rendered in fine detail to recreate Eddie’s iconic guitar with astonishing accuracy. Now highly […]
Michael Anthony and his relationship with Eddie Van Halen toward the end of the guitarist’s life was rocky at best. While Sammy Hagar has said he had a chance to patch things up with Eddie, Anthony, sadly, did not. In an appearance on Talkin’ Rock with Meltdown, Anthony reflected on this missed opportunity saying, “We actually […]
Guesting on the Talkin’ Rock With Meltdown podcast, original Van Halen bassist spoke about his relationship with the late Eddie Van Halen and other topics. While Sammy Hagar has said he had a chance to patch things up with Eddie, Anthony did not. Anthony reflected on this missed opportunity saying, “We actually hadn’t spoken [for […]
When Van Halen took the Monsters Of Rock show at Donington by storm in 1984, a return visit of the sooner-rather-than-later variety seemed likely. As it is, the UK had to wait nine years to see the band in action, meanwhile enduring the tease of two live videos along the way. “Actually, it’s not just […]
Eddie Van Halen‘s ex-wife Valerie Bertinelli says that “it’s been rough” dealing with his death. The iconic guitarist passed away in October at the age of 65. His death was announced by Eddie and Valerie‘s son, VAN HALEN bassist Wolfgang Van Halen. Valerie discussed her ex-husband during an appearance on the “Today” show. Asked how […]
Best of 2020: In 2016 the legend and gear maverick looked back with Total Guitar on his remarkable legacy In 2016, then-Total Guitar Editor Stuart Williams visited Eddie Van Halen at his 5150 studios to talk about his EVH brand and his pioneering history as a player and tone-shaper. It was a rare chance to […]
Sammy Hagar says he’s grateful he had the opportunity to speak with Eddie Van Halen one last time before the guitarist passed away earlier this year. Speaking to Variety from Big Sky, Montana, where he was launching Santo Reposado, the latest expression in his Santo Tequila line, Hagar says the distance between him and Van […]
Joe Satriani, Vinnie Moore, Richie Kotzen, and more on the man who changed guitar playing. We’re all in the process of working through the first five stages of grief. They don’t completely cover what we’re trying to deal with here, however. So from this day forward, there is a sixth stage: Celebration. Apologies to all […]
