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Yngwie Malmsteen turned down David Lee Roth's band
Yngwie Malmsteen refused David Lee Roth's solo band offer in 1985, choosing his own path instead.
Guitar World · 1m
Sammy Hagar: Rock Legend Born in California
Sammy Hagar, born in 1947, paused his solo career to front Van Halen's 1980s rock success.
American Songwriter · 1m
Van Halen's Early Days Uncovered
Greg Renoff, a college professor, uncovered Van Halen's backyard party beginnings and early struggles.
Guitar World · 1m
Hard Rock's 10 Best 3-Album Hot Streaks of the 1980s
Hard rock bands that released three consecutive albums in the 1980s.
Loudwire · 1m
Sass Jordan dies at 63
Canadian rock singer Sass Jordan, who gave Taylor Hawkins his big break and toured with Van Halen, dies aged 63.
Guitar World · 1m
Mitch Malloy Plays Van Halen Live After 30-Year Wait
Mitch Malloy finally sings with Van Halen live after decades of near-miss.
Rolling Stone · 1m
Sammy Hagar Calls Out Alex Van Halen's 'Van Hagar' Denial
Sammy Hagar accuses Alex Van Halen of erasing his legacy as 'Van Hagar' in favor of Cabo Wabo tequila profits.
Rolling Stone · 1m
Sammy Hagar fires back at Alex Van Halen's insult
The Red Rocker defends his Van Halen era and questions why the drummer is erasing their shared legacy.
Guitar World · 1m
Angus Young: Malcolm was better than Eddie Van Halen
In 1986, Angus Young declared his brother Malcolm a superior guitarist to Eddie Van Halen, dismissing technical shredding as mere finger exercises.
Guitar World · 1m · 5 views