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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Asked His Father For Permission To Use MAMMOTH Band Name

Wolfgang Van Halen has confirmed that he asked his father, legendary VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen, for permission to use the MAMMOTH WVH band name for his solo project. MAMMOTH WVH is a nod to family history — Eddie and Alex Van Halen's band was called MAMMOTH when David Lee Roth first joined...

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Watch DAVID ELLEFSON And BUMBLEFOOT Perform TWISTED SISTER, POST MALONE Covers In Indianapolis

Fan-filmed video footage of ELLEFSON, the solo band of MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson, perorming cover versions of Post Malone's "Over Now" and TWISTED SISTER's "Tear It Loose" on November 19 at the Emerson Theater, Indianapolis, Indiana can be seen below. Joining Ellefson in the group are singer T...

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GUS G. Pays Tribute To EDDIE VAN HALEN: 'He Has Done So Much For The Guitar'

Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G., well known in rock and metal circles for his work as Ozzy Osbourne's guitarist and as leader of his own band FIREWIND, has reflected on the passing of Eddie Van Halen, saying that the legendary VAN HALEN axeman was a huge influence on him and millions of other guitar pl...

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How Should Pasadena Honor EDDIE VAN HALEN? His Son Has A Suggestion

Wolfgang Van Halen has commented on a proposed memorial to his father, legendary VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen, in Pasadena, California. Last month, a City Council meeting was held in Pasadena where a memorial honoring Eddie was discussed. City manager Steve Mermell was directed to come up wit...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Didn't Take Online Hate Personally After He Replaced MICHAEL ANTHONY In VAN HALEN

In a new interview with Steve Baltin of Forbes, Wolfgang Van Halen was asked how he dealt with all the negativity he was subjected to online after it was announced he was stepping in for Michael Anthony on VAN HALEN's reunion tour with David Lee Roth. He responded: "I don't think it was a personal t...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Wanted To Call MICHAEL ANTHONY Personally To Ask Him To Return To VAN HALEN

In a new interview with Rod Ryan of the Houston, Texas radio station 94.5 The Buzz, Wolfgang Van Halen discussed his recent revelation that his father, legendary VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen, had contemplated a "kitchen-sink tour" that would have included bassist Michael Anthony, as well as v...

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MOTÖRHEAD's 'Ace Of Spades' 40th-Anniversary Release Lands On Global Charts

MOTÖRHEAD's "Ace Of Spades" 40th-anniversary celebration releases have taken the world by storm once more, establishing this landmark album as being of eternal importance to music culture. With a centerpiece deluxe edition box set, comprising the original album, two previously unreleased live albums...

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TOTO's STEVE LUKATHER On EDDIE VAN HALEN: 'I Miss My Friend More Than Anything'

TOTO guitarist Steve Lukather has reflected on the passing of Eddie Van Halen, saying that he misses his friend "more than anything." Lukather discussed his appreciation for the groundbreaking musician in a brand new interview with Metal Master Kingdom. He said (see video below): "It's hard for me,...

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PEARL JAM's EDDIE VEDDER Performs Two New Solo Songs, 'Matter Of Time' And 'Say Hi'

PEARL JAM frontman Eddie Vedder performed two solo songs as part of the virtual fundraising event "Venture Into Cures" on November 18. In addition to the new track "Matter Of Time", Vedder played an updated version of "Say Hi", a song originally written for Eli Meyer, a brave six-year-old afflicted...

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Will WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Perform VAN HALEN Songs With His Solo Band? 'Absolutely Not,' He Says

Wolfgang Van Halen has revealed the musicians that will join him on the road when he starts playing shows in support of his upcoming solo debut album under the band name MAMMOTH WVH. Performing alongside Wolfgang, who will handle lead vocals and guitar, will be guitarist Frank Sidoris (SLASH FEATUR...

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ALEX VAN HALEN's Stage-Played 1980 Drum Kit Can Be Yours For $275,000

Alex Van Halen's stage-played complete drum kit, which he used on VAN HALEN 1980 "Invasion" tour, is available for purchase from Reverb.com for $275,000. A portion of proceeds will go to charity. The white Ludwig kit (see video below),which was used on more than 100 shows during the tour in support...

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Kitchen Sink Signed By Members Of TOOL To Be Auctioned For RONNIE JAMES DIO 'Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund'

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund, founded in memory of the world-renowned voice of DIO, RAINBOW, BLACK SABBATH and HEAVEN & HELL, will participate in the upcoming "Icons & Idols: Trilogy Rock 'N' Roll Auction" conducted by Julien's Auctions live in Beverly Hills and online...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Talks Possible EDDIE VAN HALEN Tribute Concert, Says VAN HALEN Will 'Never' Reform

Wolfgang Van Halen has told Entertainment Tonight that he and his family may eventually organize a tribute show in honor of his father, Eddie Van Halen, with proceeds going toward Eddie's favorite charity, Mr. Holland's Opus, which helps underprivileged students access musical instruments. Proceeds...

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EDDIE VAN HALEN's Wife JANIE Says She Will Start Therapy 'For The Emotional Support And Help' She Needs

Eddie Van Halen's wife Janie Van Halen (née Liszewski) says that she will "finally" begin a therapy regimen to provide her with the "emotional support and help" she needs. Earlier today, Janie tweeted: "Sometimes the person perceived as the strongest is actually the weakest. Broken & lost but fi...

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L.A. GUNS Drummer STEVE RILEY: EDDIE VAN HALEN's Death Was 'A Big Loss'

L.A. GUNS drummer Steve Riley has reflected on the passing of Eddie Van Halen, saying that the death of the legendary VAN HALEN axeman was a "big loss." Riley discussed his appreciation for the groundbreaking musician in a brand new interview with Anne Erickson of Audio Ink Radio. He said (see video...