On October 22, 1996, Van Halen released Best Of: Volume I, their first greatest-hits album, during what was perhaps the most tumultuous period in the band’s history. The 17-track collection featured classics from both the David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar eras, along with three songs making their album debut. Two brand-new recordings reunited the […]
30 Years Ago: Van Halen Releases ‘Best Of’ Amid the Most Tumultuous Period in the Band’s History
If Not For Eddie Van Halen, Marty McFly Wouldn’t Have Existed At All
Back to the Future Day lands on our calendars every October 21, inviting fans to celebrate the beloved sci-fi franchise that took us on a wild ride through time. Eddie Van Halen even appeared in the original 1985 film. In one unforgettable scene, Marty McFly blasts Eddie’s otherworldly guitar sounds into George McFly’s headphones, giving him […]
Name That Tune!
Think you know your Van Halen? Here’s a fun challenge to put your knowledge to the test. The illustration above contains clues to 13 different Van Halen songs, cleverly hidden throughout the scene. Some might jump right out at you, while others will take a little more detective work. Take a close look at everything […]
Happy 79th Birthday, Sammy Hagar! Watch Highlights From His 2026 Cabo Birthday Bash
Happy 79th Birthday to the Red Rocker! Sammy Hagar turns 79 today (October 13), and he’s celebrating in familiar fashion by rocking out with his friends and fans in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Sammy’s annual Birthday Bash is underway at his Cabo Wabo Cantina, with the first two shows taking place Friday (October 9) and […]
Happy 72nd Birthday, David Lee Roth!
Happy 72nd Birthday to the one and only David Lee Roth! Diamond Dave helped define what a rock ‘n’ roll frontman could be. With his unmistakable voice, outrageous stage presence, quick wit, and larger-than-life personality, he helped propel Van Halen from the clubs of Southern California to superstardom. Few entertainers have left such a distinctive […]
David Lee Roth’s Emotional Acoustic ‘Jump’ Has Fans Wondering If He’s Singing To Eddie Van Halen
David Lee Roth has shared an unexpectedly emotional acoustic version of Van Halen’s biggest hit, “Jump,” and the timing has fans wondering if Diamond Dave is paying tribute to his late bandmate, Eddie Van Halen. On Wednesday (October 7), just one day after the sixth anniversary of Eddie Van Halen’s passing, Roth posted a short […]
Eddie Van Halen: An Undeniable Category of One
Six years ago today, we lost Edward Van Halen. The passing years haven’t diminished his presence. Eddie is still with us every time we hear the music, pick up a guitar, see those unmistakable stripes, or watch another generation discover what made him unlike anyone who came before him. Today, we’re revisiting one of our […]
WATCH: 32 More Minutes of Alex Van Halen & David Lee Roth at TEDxFargo
UPDATE: This article was originally published before the new video premiered today. Now that we’ve seen it, there’s something important Van Halen fans should know: Despite being billed as an “EXTENDED CUT,” this isn’t simply a longer version of the 15-minute video released last month. It’s 32 minutes of additional footage from the conversation, with […]
One This Day: Van Halen Launches First Tour with David Lee Roth Since 1984!
Photos by ROBERT YEAGER Nineteen years ago tonight, Van Halen launched their first tour with original singer David Lee Roth since 1984! The 2007–2008 tour became the highest-grossing tour in the band’s history, with arena sellouts across the country and more than $93 million in ticket sales. Nearly a million fans traveled from around the world […]
WATCH: Alex Van Halen & David Lee Roth Reunite for TEDxFargo Conversation
For the first time in more than a decade, Alex Van Halen and David Lee Roth are back on stage together — and now we can finally watch it. The complete TEDxFargo conversation featuring Alex, Roth and acclaimed artist Robert Vargas has been released online. The 15-minute talk, titled “Beyond Boundaries: How Human Experience Informs […]
