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EDDIE VAN HALEN's Two Iconic Guitars Headline Julien's Auctions' 'Icons & Idols: Rock 'N' Roll'

Julien's Auctions announced today that two of Eddie Van Halen's most iconic guitars will take the stage of "Icons & Idols Trilogy: Rock 'N' Roll", the world-record breaking auction house to the stars' annual music extravaganza on Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 2020 live at Julien's...

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SEBASTIAN BACH Says There Was 'A Little Talk' Of Him Joining VAN HALEN In 1996

During an October 7 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach confirmed that there was "a little talk" of him joining VAN HALEN shortly after Sammy Hagar departed in 1996. "[SKID ROW manager] Doc McGhee had me up at the office, and Ray Daniels wa...

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TOMMY LEE Says 'It Would Be An Honor' For MÖTLEY CRÜE To Be Inducted Into ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME

Tommy Lee says that it would be an "honor" for MÖTLEY CRÜE to be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame one day. Despite the fact that artists are eligible for the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 25 years after the release of their first album or single, iconic hard rock and metal bands like MÖTLEY...

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TWISTED SISTER's JAY JAY FRENCH: EDDIE VAN HALEN Is As Important To Rock And Roll As CHUCK BERRY And JIMI HENDRIX

TWISTED SISTER's Jay Jay French has reflected on the passing of Eddie Van Halen, saying he was as important to rock and roll as Chuck Berry and Jimi Hendrix were. The legendary VAN HALEN axeman died on October 6 at the age of 65 after a long battle with cancer. French spoke about Eddie's influence d...

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DAVID LEE ROTH Talks To 'CBS Sunday Morning' About Japanese Art Of Ink Painting (Video)

In an interview recorded this past summer, VAN HALEN singer David Lee Roth spoke to "CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent Tracy Smith about how he is making a name for himself as an artist and social commentator trained in sumi-e, the Japanese art of ink painting, doing what he describes as "graphic th...

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KEE MARCELLO Says EDDIE VAN HALEN 'Introduced Keyboards Into Metal'

Former EUROPE guitarist Kee Marcello has credited Eddie Van Halen for "introducing" keyboards into heavy metal. VAN HALEN scored its first number one single in 1984 with "Jump", which featured Eddie playing the synthesizer, a move which was seen as controversial among fans because Eddie was best kno...

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Watch EDDIE VAN HALEN's Entire Final VAN HALEN Concert With Soundboard Audio

Eddie Van Halen played his final concert with VAN HALEN on October 4, 2015 at at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. It was the last show of the band's summer 2015 tour, which marked VAN HALEN's third time hitting the road since David Lee Roth rejoined the group in 2007. Newly uploaded fan-filmed vid...

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NEAL SCHON Recalls His First Time Watching EDDIE VAN HALEN Play: He Was 'Doing New Things That Nobody Had Seen Before'

JOURNEY guitarist Neal Schon has reflected on the passing of Eddie Van Halen, saying he did things on the guitar that "nobody had seen before." The legendary VAN HALEN axeman died on October 6 at the age of 65 after a long battle with cancer. During an appearance on the October 13 episode of SiriusX...

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ESCAPE THE FATE Releases 'Invincible' Single Feat. LINDSEY STIRLING

ESCAPE THE FATE has released the new song "Invincible" to herald the start of the pre-order campaign for the band's upcoming album, "Chemical Warfare". The new single features critically acclaimed fan-favorite American violinist, songwriter, and dancer Lindsey Stirling. "Invincible" will appear on t...

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SAMMY HAGAR Says He Reconnected With EDDIE VAN HALEN At Urging Of Comedian GEORGE LOPEZ

Sammy Hagar has offered more details about his renewed friendship with Eddie Van Halen in the months leading up to the legendary guitarist's death. Hagar, who previously said he hadn't talked to Eddie since the conclusion of VAN HALEN's 2004 reunion tour, discussed his former bandmate in a new inter...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE's NIKKI SIXX: There Is No Such Thing As A 'Rock Star'

MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx, who celebrated the 19th anniversary of his getting sober in July, was asked in a new interview with Forbes when he first realized it was cool to live his life alcohol-free. He replied: "I know it doesn't make fans happy to say I don't really care about being in a band...

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TOMMY LEE: EDDIE VAN HALEN Was 'One Of The Most Innovative, Incredible Guitar Players Of Our Time'

In a new interview with USA Today, MÖTLEY CRÜE drummer Tommy Lee spoke about the recent passing of legendary VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen. He said: "I'm still in shock about that. Three weeks ago, I was hanging out with [former VAN HALEN singer] Sammy Hagar and he didn't mention anything abou...

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GENE SIMMONS On EDDIE VAN HALEN: 'He Was A Far Better Man Than I'll Ever Be'

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons, who first saw VAN HALEN perform in 1976 at Starwood in Los Angeles, has opened up to People about his initial reaction after he heard the news of Eddie Van Halen's death. "When I was shocked to find out Eddie had passed, the first image that hit me — so help me Go...

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DARK TRANQUILLITY Shares New Song 'Identical To None'

Swedish melodic death metal pioneers DARK TRANQUILLITY will release their new album, "Moment", on November 20 via Century Media. The disc's second single, "Identical To None", can be streamed below. "This one is a celebration of diversity and a condemnation of nearsighted division," the band says. "...

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TOMMY LEE Drops 'Ridiculous' And 'Fun' Video For 'Caviar On A Paper Plate'

MÖTLEY CRÜE drummer Tommy Lee has released the official Nick Peterson-directed music video for "Caviar On A Paper Plate", the latest single from his new solo album, "Andro". The track features a guest appearance by Mickey Avalon. "The video's ridiculous," Tommy told Kare11.com. "It's fun." The them...