The Johnny Beane Podcast

On this episode of Talking Guitars, it’s the ultimate NAMM Show 2026 wrap-up 🎸🔥
Gear highlights, behind-the-scenes stories, and all the fun from an unforgettable week.

We kick things off with Phil X ripping it up at the MAHAFFAY Amplifiers booth, right next to our friend Steve Rosen—so of course we had to catch up. Then we tracked down LEKATO, checked out their booth, and they hooked me up with a guitar that I’ll be reviewing and demoing later this week (seriously excited about that one).

We stopped by the Peavey booth to check out the HP2 guitars, Adrian Vandenberg models, and their new Unity mixer, plus some cool River Song acoustic guitars. Over at IK Multimedia, we watched Dweezil Zappa and Blues Saraceno jam—absolute magic. We also checked out Dweezil’s Shabat guitar with a Vegatrem, then headed to the Shabat booth for a full tour of their killer guitars.

Next up: the ESP booth—appointment only… but you know us 😎 We got in and checked out ESP, LTD, Takamine guitars, and some new ENGL amps. After that, I show you the swag, photos, and goodies we picked up along the way.

We hit the Mighty Mite booth for bodies, necks, and pickups, checked out Fender’s new Fender Studio product, and saw photos from a dealer-only Custom Shop party featuring some jaw-dropping EVH Custom Shop guitars. We also met Marc from Gary’s Guitars and did a fun interview with Music Therapy Laz at the Creator Lounge—great vibes all around.

And yes… new shout-outs, great people, and tons of NAMM energy 🎶
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Happy Birthday to the one and only Edward Van Halen 🎸🎉 Today, we celebrate Edward Van Halen and the music that changed everything. 🎸
Plus, Steve Rosen just dropped a never-before-heard lost interview from 1996 with Edward—pure gold for Van Halen fans. Tons of amazing stories, rare moments, and deep VH vibes.
Right here on Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV.

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🎬 VIDEO PREMIERE: Celebrating 31 Years of Van Halen’s Balance

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Join us as we celebrate the 31st anniversary of Van Halen’s Balance, released January 24, 1995 — a powerful, emotional album that marked a defining moment in the band’s history.

We’re diving deep into the music, the mindset, and the legacy behind tracks like:

The Seventh Seal

Can’t Stop Lovin’ You

Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do)

Amsterdam

Big Fat Money

Not Enough

Aftershock

Take Me Back (Déjà Vu)

Feelin’

Crossing Over (bonus track)

We’ll explore the stories behind the songs, the chemistry within the band during this era, and why Balance remains one of Van Halen’s most intense and dynamic albums.

Expect rare insights, personal memories, and a full-on celebration of a record that closed an important chapter in Van Halen history.

👉 Tune in for this exclusive premiere and let’s rock together! 🎸🔥

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This week, it’s NAMM Show time! I’ll be in the Los Angeles / Anaheim, California area Wednesday through Sunday, bringing YOU along for the ride. We’ll be walking the floor, checking out all the latest gear, hitting every booth we can, meeting friends, and connecting with some amazing people.

I’m there as media, which means exclusive content you won’t see anywhere else — straight from NAMM to you. If you love guitars, gear, music, and behind-the-scenes access, you do NOT want to miss this.

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January 18, 1984 marks a historic moment in Van Halen history, celebrating two major milestones in the band’s legendary career.

On this day, Van Halen kicked off the “1984” World Tour at the Jacksonville Memorial Coliseum in Florida, launching one of the biggest and most elaborate tours of their career. At the same time, their groundbreaking album 1984—released earlier that month—was already dominating radio and record stores, fueled by massive hits like “Jump.”

Why This Date Matters:

🎸 Tour Kick-Off
The “1984” World Tour officially began in Jacksonville, showcasing a high-energy production that matched the band’s peak popularity. This tour would go on to become the final tour featuring the classic lineup: David Lee Roth, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony.

💿 Album Impact
1984 marked a bold new chapter for Van Halen, blending hard rock with prominent synthesizers. The album produced four major singles, went on to earn Diamond certification, and cemented Van Halen as one of the biggest bands in the world.

The Legacy:

The album and tour together represent the height of Van Halen’s original era, capturing the band at their creative and commercial peak—just before David Lee Roth’s departure changed the course of rock history forever.

"Exclusively Van Halen" is your ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. From deep dives into the band’s legendary history to giveaways and gear showcases, we celebrate one of the greatest rock bands of all time — every week.

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