That, of course, was guitarist Edward Van Halen — Eddie to his fans, Ed to his familiars — who, along with his older brother Alex on drums, founded the band in Pasadena, Calif., in the early ...

He went to bed, woke up at noon, went to the stage, set his drums up with the guy ... I’m sure you read about Alex Van Halen’s book. He ends the narrative in 1984, doesn’t mention you ...

It was decided that Eddie Van Halen would play guitar, and Alex drums. Van Halen's legacy: Known for their extravagant, high-energy performances, Van Halen would go on to produce 12 studio albums ...

Alex Van Halen recalled the time ... that only the moment counts,” Van Halen wrote about his regular trick of playing while his drum kit burned. “I mean, the flame is there and poof, it ...

[RELATED: “I Will Not Take This to My Grave”: Sammy Hagar Says He’s Extended Olive Branch to Alex Van Halen] “I said ... Kenny played drums. I gotta tell you, it was emotional singing ...

That, of course, was guitarist Edward Van Halen — Eddie to his fans, Ed to his familiars — who, along with his older brother Alex on drums, founded the band in Pasadena, California ...

When guitarist Eddie Van Halen died of cancer in 2020, his older brother Alex was overwhelmed by grief ... [I said,] 'Ed, you're playing guitar. I want drums.' " Known for their extravagant ...

Although his brother’s presence somewhat eclipsed his contributions and talents, there were plenty of moments when Alex Van Halen was given his time to ... and the ability to push the boundaries of ...

Though Alex had been the guitarist ... [I said,] 'Ed, you're playing guitar. I want drums.' " Known for their extravagant, high-energy performances, Van Halen would go on to produce 12 studio ...

When guitarist Eddie Van Halen died of cancer in 2020, his older brother Alex was overwhelmed by grief. Only 20 months apart ...