Van Halen
American heavy metal band
Van Halen is a hard rock group from Pasadena, California. They were formed in 1972. Guitarist Eddie Van Halen's style of playing changed the guitar world. He used lots of new techniques such as shredding and tapping. They made history with their first self-titled debut album in 1978, producing 4 major hits. The band has released twelve studio albums.
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![]() Current Van Halen line-up: David Lee Roth, Wolfgang Van Halen, Eddie Van Halen, and Alex Van Halen | |
Background information | |
Origin | Pasadena, California, United States |
Genres | Hard rock, heavy metal, glam metal |
Years active | 1972–present |
Labels | Warner Bros., Interscope Records |
Associated acts | Montrose, The Other Half, Chickenfoot, Mad Anthony Xpress, Extreme, The David Lee Roth Band |
Website | www |
Members | Eddie Van Halen Alex Van Halen David Lee Roth Wolfgang Van Halen |
Past members | Mark Stone Michael Anthony Sammy Hagar Gary Cherone |