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Van Halen
Since forming in 1972, the hard rock group Van Halen, has achieved amazing success. Current members of the group are Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Wolfgang Van Halen. Ask and answer questions about the band, group members (past and present), their music, and more here.
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Who sold more records in Van Halen David Lee Roth or Sammy Hagar?
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They sold more with roth.
What guitarists did Eddie van halen influence?
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Eddie Van Halen once said in an interview that Eric Clapton was his favorite influence. He also said that he learned every one of his songs, note for note. And when it came to the solo, he would improvise.
What band did sammi hager sing for before van halen?
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No. Sammy Hagar was in Van Halen from 1985 until 1996, then from 2003 until 2004. David Lee Roth is again the lead singer, ever since 2006. (No vocalist from 2004 to 2006). Ed was busy bringing Wolfie up to speed to replace Mike Anthony, which he did in 2005, then toured in 2007, 2008, and 2012.
What was Eddie Van Halen famous for?
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Edward Lodewijk "Eddie" Van Halen (born January 26, 1955) is a Dutch-American guitarist, keyboardist, songwriter and producer, best known as the lead guitarist and co-founder of the heavy metal/hard rock band Van Halen, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007 . Eddie Van Halen is widely known for his innovative performing and recording styles in shredding, tapping, and high frequency feedback; he is also known for energetic and acrobatic stage performances. The All Music Guide has described him as "undoubtedly one of the most influential, original, and talented rock guitarists of the 20th century."
(SOURCE: WIKIPEDIA)
In what city was Eddie Van Halen born?
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Born in Amsterdam. Moved to California as a VERY young child and was raised in Pasadena area.
When will van halen tour again?
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In Japan jamming right now. Toured the US and Canada in 2012.
What bass drum pedals did alex van halen use?
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As of the last decade or so, AVH has been using Tama
Iron Cobra pedals..This
is from viewing the most recent "drummer's seat view" pics of his last touring kit.. Whether the pedals are the Rolling Glide, Power Glide, or Flexi
Glide models is a little difficult to tell from the quality of the pics..
What movie and television projects has Alex Van Halen been in?
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Alex Lifeson has: Played himself in "Come on Children" in 1973. Played Himself (guitars, synthesizers, backing vocals) in "Rush: A Show of Hands" in 1989. Played himself in "Rush: Chronicles" in 1990. Played Interviewee in "Top Ten" in 1998. Played himself in "Trailer Park Boys" in 2001. Played himself in "The Boys in Brazil" in 2003. Played Performer in "Toronto Rocks" in 2003. Played himself in "The Colbert Report" in 2005. Played Cop 2 in "Trailer Park Boys: The Movie" in 2006. Played Himself - Guest in "That Metal Show" in 2008. Played Border Guard in "Suck" in 2009. Played Himself - Rush in "I Love You, Man" in 2009. Played himself in "Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage" in 2010. Played himself in "Big Morning Buzz Live" in 2011. Played himself in "Juno Awards 2011" in 2011. Played himself in "Metal Evolution" in 2011. Played himself in "Inner Rush" in 2012.
Who is the best rock supergroup?
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It would have to be either Led Zep or Queen. But, then again there would be no Zep or Queen without the Beatles. It is a draw between The Beatles, Led Zep, and Queen.
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being the first does not make you the best. it would have to be Queen
I agree! My personal favorite is Queen! I just didn't want to exclude the Beatles.
How old was Eddie van halen when he started playing guitar?
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He was in his teens when he started playing
Who is better Eddie van halen or slash?
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More influential-EVH
Guitar skills-EVH
Better image-Slash
Bigger feud with singer-EVH
More money-EVH
More albums sold-EVH
Better hair-slash
If what i think is right and you simply care about technical musicianship than just listen to any of the first 6 van halen albums and all 5 GnR albums and compare the guitar parts it should be obvious. I mean EVH is a guitar god and Slash cant do half the stuff Eddie can.
When did Van Halen come to Pueblo Colorado?
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They last played at the pepsi center in February 1st of 2008 and also they will be playing there again may 24th.
Did van halen ever open for the runaways?
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yes, on bon jovis' mid nineties these days tour, van halen opened for Bon Jovi on the European leg of their tour.
Who is the tallest member of Van Halen?
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Probably Alex, he always looks the tallest in pictures.
How much does it cost to have a guitar lesson with Eddie van halen?
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I read an interview with him and he said that he had once offered to give guitar lessons for £547.50p for a days playing.
But to gain this, you would have to get a backstage pass for a concert.
How old is Melvin Van Peebles?
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Melvin Van Peebles is 84 years old (birthdate: August 21, 1932).
He is the father of actor Mario Van Peebles.
When was Eddie Ilarde born?
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Eddie Ilarde is 77 years old (birthdate: August 25, 1934).
Who sings you really got me?
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"You Really Got Me" was written and originally released by The Kinks in 1964, but the Van Halen cover from their debut album in 1978 is probably the best-known version of the song.
Why did Eddie Van Halen split with his first wife?
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After years of hard drinking and heavy drug use (allegedly), she decided she had had enough and divorced him.
Who is Eddie Van Halen married to now?
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yes, he married Alis van Han yes, he married Alis van Han
