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On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into one of the most intense turning points in rock history—when Van Halen lost David Lee Roth and nearly tore themselves apart in the studio. “He locked himself in the studio and threatened to burn the tapes…”—a dramatic stand-off that symbolized the chaos inside the band. But with the arrival of Sammy Hagar and help from Mick Jones of Foreigner, Van Halen regrouped, reloaded, and proved the April Fool’s Day announcement was no joke. We break down how the band rebounded from losing a superstar frontman and came back stronger—ultimately winning the “war” and launching a new era that took them straight to the top of the charts.

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Kick off this episode of Talking Guitars & Music News on Johnny Beane TV with a big birthday shoutout to the legend himself—Seymour Duncan! 🎉 The mastermind behind some of the greatest guitar pickups ever made. Then we dive into my latest build: a mystery Strat body I grabbed the other day and brought to life on my brand-new series Guitar Bench ASMR Live. If you missed the build episodes from the past few days, go check them out!

From there, we jump into the latest music news: Guitar World spotlights Andy Summers in a new Life in Six Strings episode with Kylie Olsson, and Dave Mustaine breaks down Megadeth’s final album track-by-track—plus why he’s paying tribute to Metallica. And somehow… we end up down the rabbit hole of the Mandela Effect—Monopoly guy monocle or not? Berenstain or Berenstein? “Luke, I am your father”… or is it? 🤯

It’s guitars, rock news, and total mind-bending fun—only on Johnny Beane TV.

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In 1978, Van Halen exploded onto the rock scene with their game-changing debut album—released on this day and forever altering the landscape of rock music. Eddie Van Halen’s groundbreaking guitar work, David Lee Roth’s electrifying vocals, Michael Anthony’s punchy bass lines, and Alex Van Halen’s powerful drumming made this album an instant classic. It inspired generations of musicians and fans, and its influence continues to be felt today.

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate the anniversary of the band’s legendary 1978 debut—diving into the songs, the impact, and the lasting legacy of one of rock’s greatest albums. Relive the magic and see why this record still stands as a defining moment in music history.

Tracklist:
🎵 Runnin’ with the Devil
⚡ Eruption
🎸 You Really Got Me
🔥 Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love
🤘 I’m the One
🎶 Jamie’s Cryin’
⚡ Atomic Punk
🎤 Feel Your Love Tonight
🌙 Little Dreamer
🍦 Ice Cream Man
🔥 On Fire

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Tonight was night two of our exclusive bonus studio feed—streaming live to Twitch and then uploaded here as extra behind-the-scenes content just for you. Hit the link and jump into the secondary camera for a whole different angle on the show!

We kick things off with a quick tribute and news update on Brad Arnold, the lead singer of 3 Doors Down, before heading straight to the guitar workbench. From there it’s all shop vibes and tone tweaks:
• Pulling tuners off a Kramer Baretta Special neck
• Fresh strings on the RJ Broadcaster Telecaster (huge thanks again to Bay Area Rich!)
• Ron jumping in to start work on a Washburn acoustic
• Plus more live fixes, mods, and studio hang time

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On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate the anniversary of A Different Kind of Truth! 🎸🔥 Released in 2012, this album marked Van Halen’s triumphant return with David Lee Roth, delivering classic energy, killer riffs, and unforgettable tracks. Join us as we revisit the songs, the impact, and the legacy of this incredible album. Don’t miss this special Exclusively Van Halen live show!

Van Halen’s A Different Kind of Truth (2012) features the following tracks:

Tattoo
She’s the Woman
You and Your Blues
China Town
Blood and Fire
Bullethead
As Is
Honeybabysweetiedoll
The Trouble with Never
Outta Space
Stay Frosty
Big River
Beats Workin’
Many of these songs were based on demos from Van Halen's early years, revamped for this album. 🎸🔥

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