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Eddie Van Halen Left A “Substantial” And “Transformative” Donation To A Music Education Organization

April 21, 2022 10:03am

Prior to his passing, the late Van Halen guitarist Eddie Van Halen left an incredibly generous donation for that of The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation. The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation is a music organization that […]

Wolfgang Van Halen Declined Grammys’ Invitation to Play “Eruption” During Ceremony

March 16, 2021 10:22am

Sunday night saw the 2021 Grammy Awards go down to much acclaim, occasional derision, and huge excitement from metal fans after Body Count won the Best Metal Performance Grammy. But one part of the show […]

This Violin Cover of Van Halen’s “Eruption” Will Make Your Hair Stand On End

February 1, 2021 12:35pm

Last year saw Eddie Van Halen, pioneering guitarist and driving force behind legendary party rockers Van Halen, pass away at the age of 65. Not only did Eddie teach a whole generation what it was to be cool, […]

Massive Eddie Van Halen Mural Unveiled on Flagship Guitar Center Store

January 27, 2021 11:24am

Last year saw Eddie Van Halen, pioneering guitarist and driving force behind legendary party rockers Van Halen, pass away at the age of 65. Not only was Eddie a cultural icon who taught a whole […]

This Sludgy, Flute-Filled Cover of Van Halen’s “Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love” Is A Fitting Birthday Gift to Eddie Van Halen

January 26, 2021 10:26am

Last year saw Eddie Van Halen, electric guitar pioneer and driving force behind legendary party rockers Van Halen, pass away at the age of 65. Not only was Eddie an incredible technical musician, but he […]

Remembering Those The Rock and Metal World Lost In 2020

December 30, 2020 10:12am

With the year everyone has had, the passing of famous rock and metal musicians sometimes feels like a drop in the bucket. Thus far, COVID-19 has caused a reported 1.8 million deaths worldwide, sending everyone […]

Eddie Van Halen’s Cause of Death Has Been Revealed

December 14, 2020 8:12am

In early October, the world was shocked and saddened to learn that Eddie Van Halen, guitar revolutionary and driving force behind legendary party rockers Van Halen, had died. Now, with his ashes being placed in […]

Three of Eddie Van Halen’s Guitars Sold For $422,000 At Auction

December 3, 2020 8:35am

The world continues to reel from the death of guitar legend Eddie Van Halen in early October. The game-changing musician left behind a legacy of both technical ability and inimitable style which no one may […]

Eddie Van Halen Drunkenly Asked Ozzy Osbourne to Join Van Halen

October 23, 2020 2:40pm

Earlier this month, the death of Eddie Van Halen surprised and saddened the worlds of rock and metal. Eddie wasn’t just an amazing guitarist, but a bonafide rock star, one of those guys who redefined […]

Billboard Music Awards pays tribute to Eddie Van Halen

October 15, 2020 1:25pm

Last night, the Billboard Music Awards honored the late Eddie Van Halen, who died earlier this month at the age of 65. In honoring the late hard rock icon, the awards show rebroadcast the band’s […]