Van Halen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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From left to right: David Lee Roth (vocals), Eddie Van Halen (guitar), Alex Van Halen (drums), and Wolfgang Van Halen (bass guitar), 2008
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| Also known as | Genesis, Mammoth (early) |
| Origin | Pasadena, California, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1972–2020 |
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Van Halen was a famous hard rock band from Pasadena, California. They started making music in 1972. The band was known for its exciting live shows and unique sound.
The band's guitarist, Eddie Van Halen, was a true innovator. He created new ways to play the guitar. His style, using techniques like shredding (playing very fast) and tapping (using both hands on the guitar neck), changed rock music forever.
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The Band's Amazing Start
Van Halen released their first album in 1978. It was called Van Halen, just like the band. This album was a huge success. It had four major hit songs that everyone loved. This helped them become famous very quickly.
Selling Millions of Albums
Van Halen sold a lot of music. By March 2019, they were one of the top-selling artists in the United States. They sold 56 million albums there. Worldwide, they sold more than 80 million albums!
In 2007, Van Halen was one of only five rock bands to have two albums sell over 10 million copies each in the U.S. This shows how popular their music was.
Top Hits and Awards
Van Halen had many songs that reached number one. They had 13 number-one hits on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart. This chart lists the most popular rock songs. VH1, a music TV channel, even ranked them as the seventh best hard rock band of all time.
Remembering Eddie Van Halen
On October 6, 2020, the world lost a music legend. Eddie Van Halen passed away after a long battle with cancer. He had been diagnosed with cancer in April 2001. His music and playing style continue to inspire guitarists everywhere.
Images for kids
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Flyer handed out at La Cañada High School show
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Van Halen performing on stage in 2007: David Lee Roth is wearing a sea captain's outfit with his arms outstretched, Woflgang Van Halen is jumping in the air with his bass guitar, Eddie Van Halen is also jumping while playing guitar, and Alex Van Halen is behind them drumming
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Van Halen at La Cañada High School 1975
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The introduction of Sammy Hagar (pictured in 2005) as vocalist continued the band's worldwide popularity
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Vocalist Gary Cherone (pictured in 2008) joined the band briefly in the late 1990s
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Van Halen playing San Antonio, Texas, January 24, 2008 with Wolfgang Van Halen as bassist and reunited with David Lee Roth
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Roth and the Van Halen brothers touring in 2012
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A laser show above the band
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The Roth-era Van Halen logo
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Van Halen during their 2004 reunion period. L-R: Michael Anthony, Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen
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See also
In Spanish: Van Halen para niños
