The Johnny Beane Podcast

Six years after the heartbreaking passing of Eddie Van Halen, we remember the legendary guitarist, his incredible life, and the music that changed rock and guitar forever. 🎸⚡

In this special Exclusively Van Halen tribute episode, we look back at the day the world learned that Eddie Van Halen had passed away, share personal memories, and celebrate the lasting impact of EVH on generations of guitar players and rock fans.

From Van Halen’s early days with David Lee Roth to the Sammy Hagar era, Eddie’s revolutionary guitar playing, groundbreaking tone, iconic riffs, and unforgettable performances helped redefine what was possible on the electric guitar.

We celebrate the legacy of Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, Michael Anthony, David Lee Roth, Sammy Hagar, and the entire Van Halen story — including the guitars, amps, 5150 gear, Kramer guitars, songs, albums, and moments that made the band legendary.

🎥 Exclusively Van Halen is your destination for Van Halen history, Eddie Van Halen stories, EVH gear, interviews, trivia, music, and more.

Whether you discovered Van Halen during the David Lee Roth era, the Sammy Hagar era, or you're a lifelong fan, come celebrate the music, innovation, and legacy of one of the greatest guitarists who ever lived.

🎸 Exclusively Van Halen — here on Johnny Beane TV.

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On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we’re talking about John 5 and his three new Fender signature Telecasters — including the return of the Ghost and Phantom models and a new Custom Shop Phantom.

John 5 has become one of the most recognizable Telecaster players in rock, and these new guitars bring his signature style to another level.

🔥 Here’s what we’re looking at:

🎸 Two new Indonesian-made John 5 Fender Telecasters
👻 The John 5 Ghost in Arctic White
🖤 The John 5 Phantom in Black
🇺🇸 The premium Fender Custom Shop Phantom
⚡ DiMarzio D Activator humbuckers
🤘 Floyd Rose tremolo on the Phantom models
🎯 Custom finishes, matching headstocks and signature hardware
💰 Ghost & Phantom: $1,299
💰 Custom Shop Phantom: $6,000
🎸 John 5 now has nine Fender and Squier signature models

John 5 has been playing Telecasters throughout his career, from his original signature model to the Ghost, Bigsby-equipped Tele, Tele Deluxe-inspired designs and now these latest Fender releases.

Which John 5 Telecaster would you choose — Ghost, Phantom, or Custom Shop?

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On this day in 2015, Van Halen played what would become their final concert ever, closing out a 41-date North American tour at the legendary Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California.

With David Lee Roth back fronting the band, Van Halen delivered a powerful 23-song setlist filled with classic songs from throughout their career, including “Runnin’ With the Devil,” “Panama,” “Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love,” “Jump,” “Hot for Teacher,” “Unchained,” and more.

🔥 Eddie Van Halen delivered an unforgettable guitar solo medley featuring “Eruption,” “Spanish Fly,” “Cathedral,” and “Mean Street” — another incredible showcase of the playing, innovation, and influence that made Eddie one of the greatest guitarists in rock history.

🎸 Van Halen – 2015 Lineup

David Lee Roth – Vocals
Eddie Van Halen – Guitar
Wolfgang Van Halen – Bass
Alex Van Halen – Drums

🎶 Final Show Setlist – October 4, 2015
Light Up the Sky
Runnin’ With the Devil
Romeo Delight
Everybody Wants Some!!
Drop Dead Legs
Feel Your Love Tonight
Somebody Get Me a Doctor
She’s the Woman
I’m the One
Beautiful Girls
China Town
Women in Love...
I’ll Wait
Dance the Night Away
Hot for Teacher
In a Simple Rhyme
Dirty Movies
Ice Cream Man
Unchained
Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love
Guitar Solo – Eruption / Spanish Fly / Cathedral / Mean Street
Panama
Jump

🎤 October 4, 2015 marked the end of Van Halen’s incredible live era. What a way to close out the story — at the Hollywood Bowl, in Los Angeles, with David Lee Roth, Eddie Van Halen, Wolfgang Van Halen, and Alex Van Halen on stage together.

The final show may be over, but the music, performances, and legacy of Van Halen live forever.

🔥 What is your favorite moment from Van Halen’s final concert?

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On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we’re getting more of the conversation you thought you’d already seen! 👀

🔥 WATCH THE EXTENDED CONVERSATION: The full extended “Beyond the Stage” conversation featuring Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Robert Vargas is linked in the pinned comment! Check it out and hear more of the conversation that wasn’t included in the original release.

The original TEDxFargo “Beyond the Stage” conversation featuring Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and artist Robert Vargas was only part of the story. The conversation went beyond what was included in the original TEDxFargo release — and now, we’re finally getting to hear more.

The extended cut droped Friday, October 2 at 12 PM CT on the Emerging Prairie YouTube channel.
https://youtu.be/q2P1G3gbbVo?si=OyUmxPN4lWW9Benu

What else did Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Robert Vargas talk about? What didn’t make it into the original release? And what can we learn from their conversation about creativity, music, art, performance, and the creative process?

Beyond the Stage brings together Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Robert Vargas to explore what happens when artists stop forcing the work and let instinct take over. Their conversation touches on the creative process, flow state, music, performance, storytelling, visual art, the relationship between artist and audience, and the experiences that shape an artist’s unique creative voice.

For Van Halen fans, this is an opportunity to hear more from Alex Van Halen and David Lee Roth in a conversation that goes beyond the stage and into the creative process.

🎸 What else was said? What did we not get to hear the first time?

Because some conversations deserve a little more time.

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🎸 Talking Guitars: Could Dimebag Darrell’s Secret Guitar Designs Become Reality?

On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we’re talking about a fascinating new revelation involving the late, great Dimebag Darrell — and five guitar body designs that, until now, almost nobody has ever seen.

🤘 Dimebag Had More Guitar Designs?
Dimebag Darrell wasn’t just an iconic guitarist — he was also involved in designing guitars.
His most famous designs included the Dean Razorback and Stealth, both heavily influenced by Dimebag’s love of aggressive, angular guitar shapes.
But according to Rita Haney, Dimebag’s longtime girlfriend and estate trustee, there could be five additional guitar body shapes that have never been publicly revealed.
Haney says she has kept the designs private and is now preparing to show them to Dean Zelinsky, who would be the first person outside of her to see them.
🎸 The Dime Guitarz Connection

Rita Haney is continuing Dimebag’s legacy through Dime Guitarz, a new guitar venture she founded with Dean Zelinsky, who originally designed the Dean ML and later worked with Dimebag on developing the Razorback.

Dime Guitarz has already introduced the Culprit, based on a Washburn guitar design associated with Dimebag from the late 1990s.
The company is focused on continuing Dimebag’s guitar-design legacy — particularly his love of bold, pointy guitar shapes.
Haney says the goal is bigger than just heavy metal: these guitars are intended for any style of music where you want to look tough.
⚖️ The Dean Guitars Legal Battle

There has also been a significant legal dispute involving Dimebag’s estate and Dean Guitars over guitar designs, trademarks and contractual issues.

Earlier in 2026, a court ruled in favor of Dean Guitars.
That ruling allows Dean to continue using the Razorback and Stealth designs.
Haney says an appeal has already been filed in an effort to bring those designs under the Dime Guitarz banner.
👀 What About the Five Secret Designs?

This might be the most intriguing part.

According to Haney, five other Dimebag guitar body shapes still exist in his old designs and notes.

If those designs eventually become real guitars, they could give fans a completely new look at the creative side of Dimebag Darrell — not just as a guitarist, but as a guitar designer.

And Haney says she wants Dimebag's legacy to continue 100 years from now.

🔥 And There’s More…

Dime Guitarz isn't the only project continuing Dimebag's gear legacy.

Haney is also working with Dimebag’s former guitar tech, Grady Champion, on a new line of Warhead amplifiers inspired by Dimebag’s legendary sound.

So the big question is:

Could we eventually see five brand-new Dimebag Darrell guitar designs become reality?

What do you think? Would you buy a guitar based on one of Dimebag’s never-before-seen designs?

#DimebagDarrell #Pantera #DimeGuitarz #GuitarNews