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June 1, 2009

Eddie Van Halen on Rocking Sober, Avoiding Beef and the Future of Van Halen

Guitarist speaks out about new album, departure of Michael Anthony and his fresh start
February 19, 2009

Van Halen to Rock On With Roth

Eddie opens up about Wolfie, his new shoes and the future of Van Halen
June 12, 2008

Secrets of the Guitar Heroes: Eddie Van Halen
June 12, 2008

Van Halen: The Essential Album-by-Album Guide

From the First Album to "III," Every Sizzling Riff and Hot Fan Kick

Recordings and Reviews

Balance

Van Halen's 11th album brings a few surprises. While Eddie's new look, a goatee and chopped pompadour, may seem a nod to the plaid-clad ranks, there's nothing alternative about Balance. Nor, despite the Buddhist chanting that kicks off the disc, is there anything otherwise chic.

Balance is pro...

2009 RS: 3.5of 5 Stars

5150

2009

OU812

2009

For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge

2009

Van Halen II

2004

Women And Children First

2004

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Biography

Since their national debut in 1978, Van Halen has become one of the most popular American heavy-metal bands. Initially fronted by the flamboyant and ever-quotable David Lee Roth and always featuring the highly original guitar pyrotechnics of Eddie Van Halen, Van Halen garnered a loyal mass following that held fast after Roth's 1985 departure and beyond.

The Van Halen brothers' father, Jan, was...

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