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Van Halen officially announced Tokyo Dome Live in Concert on February 5, 2015, following months of fan speculation and a leak just days earlier. Released March 31, 2015, the album became the band’s first live record with original frontman David Lee Roth and bassist Wolfgang Van Halen, capturing the group on their A Different Kind of Truth tour in front of a massive Tokyo Dome crowd.

The setlist spans every Roth-era Van Halen album, from the 1978 debut through 2012’s A Different Kind of Truth, mixing early classics like “Runnin’ with the Devil,” “Unchained,” and “Panama” with newer tracks such as “Tattoo” and “She’s the Woman.” While the release was celebrated as a major reunion-era document, it also drew criticism in some circles for Roth’s live vocal performance.

According to Eddie Van Halen, the band first considered remixing early pre-fame demos, but the original tapes couldn’t be located. They then explored releasing vintage club recordings, only to find the sound quality unusable. Instead, the band recorded every show on the 2012–2013 tour via Pro Tools, and Roth ultimately chose the Tokyo Dome performance as the official live release.

The album’s cover art updates Cassandre’s classic 1935 painting of the SS Normandie, tying a vintage visual style to a modern live document of the band. Tokyo Dome Live in Concert would also go on to be the final Van Halen album released during Eddie Van Halen’s lifetime, making it a significant closing chapter in the band’s discography.

Featuring David Lee Roth, Eddie Van Halen, Wolfgang Van Halen, and Alex Van Halen, the album stands as a snapshot of Van Halen’s late-era live sound and a full-career celebration of the Roth catalog.

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On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we check out the innovative Cooper Guitar Picks after visiting their booth at the NAMM Show! They hooked us up with some samples, and I put them to the test on my Taylor acoustic San Francisco Giants guitar to see how they feel and sound in a real session.

These picks feature the signature “Cooper Fin”—a raised grip that wraps around your thumb for extra control, comfort, and precision. Less slipping, more playing. If you’ve ever dropped a pick mid-song, these might be a game-changer.
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We also hang out with the live chat, talk gear, and even give away a couple Cooper picks to viewers during the stream. Good vibes, great tone, and plenty of guitar talk.

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On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV 🎸🔥 we’re diving into a HUGE Record Store Day release—Van Halen: Live in New Haven, CT 1986 from Rhino Records!

For the first time ever on vinyl, this electrifying 2LP clear-vinyl set captures the classic 5150-era lineup—Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony—tearing through a raw, peak-form performance from their triumphant 1986 tour. Originally recorded for Live Without A Net, these New Haven shows deliver an explosive mix of hits, deep cuts, covers, and soon-to-be classics like “Summer Nights,” “Best of Both Worlds,” and “Why Can’t This Be Love.”

We’re breaking down the tracklist, the sound, and why this might be one of the must-own Van Halen vinyl releases of the year. If you love the 5150 era, you don’t want to miss this one!

1. There's Only One Way to Rock 2. Summer Nights 3. 5150 4. Panama 5. Best of Both Worlds 6. Love Walks In 7. Guitar Solo 8. I Can't Drive 55 9. Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love 10. Wild Thing 11. Why Can't This Be Love 12. Rock and Roll

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On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we hit the workbench and gave a Squier Strat a fresh new vibe! The black pickguard is out and a slick white one is in—and honestly, this guitar is looking way better already. We slapped on a set of brand-new strings, got it cleaned up, and talked about the next upgrade: new tuners. The stock ones are a little sketchy (looking at you, D string 👀), so a full tuner swap is coming in a future episode.
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On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV 🎸🔥 we’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of 5150—the album that launched a new era for Van Halen.

Released in March 1986, 5150 was the first of four albums recorded with Sammy Hagar on lead vocals. To mark this milestone, an expanded anniversary edition is on the way, and it’s packed with must-have content for VH fans.

The set includes a newly remastered version of the original album, a disc of rare single edits and B-sides, plus a previously unreleased live performance recorded on August 27, 1986. Rounding out the collection is a Blu-ray featuring the first-ever HD release of Live Without a Net, along with the classic promo video for “Dreams.”

From timeless hits like “Why Can’t This Be Love,” “Dreams,” “Love Walks In,” and “Best of Both Worlds,” 5150 remains a defining chapter in Van Halen history—and we’re diving into all of it right here.

LP/3CD/1 Blu Ray
LP1
Side A
“Good Enough”
“Why Can't This Be Love"
“Get Up"
“Dreams”
"Summer Nights"

Side B
“Best of Both Worlds”
“Love Walks In”
“5150”
"Inside"

CD1
Original Album (2023 Remaster)
“Good Enough”
“Why Can't This Be Love"
“Get Up"
“Dreams”
"Summer Nights"
“Best of Both Worlds”
“Love Walks In”
“5150”
"Inside"

CD2
Rarities
“Best of Both Worlds (Edit)"
“Dreams (Edit)”
"Love Walks In (Edit)"
“Why Can't This Be Love (Extended Version)"
"Dreams (Extended Version)"
"Best of Both Worlds (Live)"
"Rock and Roll (Live)"
"Love Walks In (Live)"

CD3
Live in New Haven, CT 1986
“There's Only One Way to Rock”
“Summer Nights”
“5150”
“Panama”
“Best of Both Worlds”
“Love Walks In”
“Guitar Solo”
“I Can't Drive 55”
“Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love”
“Wild Thing”
“Why Can't This Be Love”
“Rock and Roll”

Blu-Ray
Live Without a Net (HD Upgrade)
"Dreams" (Promo Video)

Booklet
Similar to the For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge and Balance, the set will include a book featuring band photography from the time period, backstage passes, promotional items, advertisements, tape boxes, tour dates, etc.

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