Best EVH Podcasts (2025)

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DAVID LEE ROTH M3 BREAKDOWN MASH-UP WITH THE DLR CAST 4:12:55

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EPISODE #113 - David Lee Roth has returned to the stage and has even announced a 21-date summer tour of the U.S. Loud Dave went to the M3 Festival in Maryland as did Darren Paltrowitz from the DLR Cast. Together with their partners Quiet Dave and Steve Roth, both who watched Diamond Dave’s performance via YouTube, all four guys hash it out during a…

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GO BEHIND-THE-SCENES OF VH’s “HOT FOR TEACHER” VIDEO WITH LORI TUCKER 3:20:49

1M ago3:20:49

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EPISODE #112 - “Hot for Teacher” is universally known as one of MTV’s most popular and creative videos. Model/actress Lori Tucker, who portrayed detention teacher Wanda, talks all about her experience working with the band. An extended VH News is included where the Daves breakdown the new Sammy Hagar single, “Encore. Thank You. Goodnight.” as well …

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INVESTIGATION OF THE ABORTED VH CHRONICLES + STEVE ROSEN IS BACK!  3:58:16

2M ago3:58:16

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EPISODE #111 - Manna from heaven descended upon Van Halen fans when James Vega unleashed the fury in the form of vintage VH videos ranging from 1978-1984. The Daves breakdown the entire lot including an exclusive email interview with Mr. Vega who answers all their burning questions in a special edition of VH News. Rock journalist extraordinaire Ste…

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Ep. 164 - Honoring the Life and Work of Jose Arredondo - with Guest, Daughter Marisol Arredondo! 2:01:02

2M ago2:01:02

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Ep. 163 - Oliver Ackermann of Death by Audio! 1:46:00

2M ago1:46:00

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Ep. 162 - Dave Rude of Tesla! 2:01:47

3M ago2:01:47

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Is The Schecter Reaper Six Guitar The BEST Tone Machine? 17:19

3M ago17:19

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In this episode, I dive into the Schecter Reaper-6 in Satin Sky Burst. A sleek, modern guitar that blends killer looks with serious playability. I break down its ultra-thin neck, swamp ash body, and versatile pickups, plus what makes it stand out in its price range. Is it the ultimate shredder’s guitar, or is it much more versatile than that? Tune …

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BACKSTAGE WITH FAN HALEN  2:54:34

3M ago2:54:34

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EPISODE #110 - Fan Halen is the biggest Van Halen tribute band touring the United States today. Loud Dave caught up with the entire band backstage at their Long Island gig on the eve of Eddie Van Halen’s 70th birthday. He interviewed each member about their role in the band and the detail they put into their performance. A VH News segment and a ful…

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Iconic Albums - Toto IV 54:51

3M ago54:51

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Toto are back touring the globe in 2025 and Matt has tickets for the Sydney show! What better time to revisit Toto's smash hit fourth album? Matt, Rob & Gabor investigate the record featuring Steve Lukather at the top of his game. We bless the rains! ___________________________________ The Guitar Speak Podcast is produced and hosted by Matt Wakelin…

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NAMM 2025 - GSP #254 1:29:55

4M ago1:29:55

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NAMM 2025 - all the hits!! And a couple of misses... Matt, Gabor and Rob give their take on the biggest music trade show on planet Earth. ___________________________________ The Guitar Speak Podcast is produced and hosted by Matt Wakeling in Sydney, Australia. The show features deep dive interviews with amazing guitarists from around the globe, occ…

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Glyn Evans Pickups Q & A - GSP #253 1:08:43

4M ago1:08:43

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Glyn Evans, of Mr Glyn's Pickups New Zealand, returns to answer your questions. After 30 years of full time pickup design and production, Glyn has a fantastic ability to decipher the science of pickups in distinctly musical terms. It's a fascinating Q & A! mrglynspickups.com ____________________________________________________________ The Guitar Sp…

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THE UNHEARD EDWARD VAN HALEN INTERVIEW FROM 1995 3:10:24

4M ago3:10:24

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EPISODE #109 - Happy 70th Birthday Edward Van Halen and Happy 30th Anniversary “Balance.” The Daves collectively celebrate these two special occasions with an unheard 48-minute interview with EVH by a young David J. Criblez circa 1995. A VH News segment and a "lucky 13" mailbag complete this January 2025 episode. Download the podcast for free on Sp…

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Ep. 161 - Bob Daisley Interview! Learn details about Ozzy's first two solo albums 2:05:23

4M ago2:05:23

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Ep. 160 - Andy Wood Interview! 1:51:31

4M ago1:51:31

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Jerry Garcia's Alligator Guitar - Chad Winn's deep dive GSP#252 43:14

4M ago43:14

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Jerry Garcia's unique "Alligator Strat" holds legend status in Grateful Dead lore - and is arguably one of the first heavily modded Strat's to grace the stage of a high profile band. Ace Nashville guitar tech, Chad Winn, joins us to go deep on the history of this guitar from it's hybrid vintage heritage through to the extensive mods Garcia and the …

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Andy Scott - Sweet GSP#251 30:29

5M ago30:29

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Andy Scott has spent over 50 years - and counting - rocking as the lead guitarist of Sweet. The UK band has enjoyed phenomenal international chart success with hits like "Ballroom Blitz", "Fox on the Run" and "Love is Like Oxygen". Sweet influenced bands like Def Leppard, Kiss and the Scorpions to name but a few. Andy joins us to talk guitars, reco…

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Punish Dave with Questions #30! 1:47:48

5M ago1:47:48

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Ep. 159 - Jake E. Lee Part 2! 3:03:17

5M ago3:03:17

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2024 - The Year in Guitar. GSP#250. 1:56:56

5M ago1:56:56

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2024 - what a year for guitar! The Iconic Albums team assemble to talk through all the good stuff. Matt, Rob & Gabor discuss favourite albums, gear, gigs, podcasts, books and more and debut the impromtu "what Rob said" segment \m/ _______________________________ The Guitar Speak Podcast is produced and hosted by Matt Wakeling in Sydney, Australia. …

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SAMMY SPOTLIGHT: “RED ON BLACK” AUTHOR SPEAKS ABOUT NEW HAGAR BOOK 3:49:59

5M ago3:49:59

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EPISODE #108 - Sammy Hagar has had an illustrious career spanning from Montrose to a solo artist to Van Halen to Chickenfoot and back to being a solo artist. All of his 50 plus year journey is captured in author Tim Durling’s new book, “Red on Black: The Listener’s Guide to Sammy Hagar.” The Daves hold a deep-dive conversation with Durling about th…

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Guitar Repair Expert Steve Rozitis (R Guitars, Calgary) Spills His Secrets! 1:13:49

5M ago1:13:49

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Join me as I sit down with Steve Rozitis, owner of R Guitars in Calgary and a true expert in guitar repair and luthiery. 🎸 Steve has spent years crafting, fixing, and breathing new life into guitars, and in this interview, he shares some of his best-kept secrets, expert advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at the world of guitar repair.We talk abou…

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Want PRO Rock TONE? Listen to My EVH SA126 Review Now 12:33

6M ago12:33

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"Hey guitar fans! 🎸 In this video, I dive into the stunning EVH SA-126 Special, QM in Transparent Purple. This guitar is Wolfgang Van Halen's tribute to his dad, Eddie Van Halen, blending modern innovation with classic inspiration. Featuring a unique hybrid design, 'E' holes (for Eddie), and a matte-finished neck, it’s an instrument built for versa…

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ALEX VAN HALEN’S “BROTHERS” BOOK BONANZA 4:23:07

6M ago4:23:07

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EPISODE #107 - We’ve waited all year and now it’s here…Alex Van Halen’s book, “Brothers” has dropped. Loud Dave does a full report from the Oct. 21 AVH book signing at Barnes & Noble in Manhattan where he paints a picture of the scene, interviews various fans and even has a brief encounter with VH’s drummer. This is followed by the Daves’ in-depth …

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STOP Ruining Your Tone with the Wrong Cab! - Spark Cab Review 10:37

7M ago10:37

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Hey, gear enthusiasts! 🎸 Join Dan as he takes an in-depth look at the Positive Grid Spark CAB, a 140-watt FRFR cabinet designed to elevate your Spark amp experience. Whether you're jamming at home, in the studio, or hitting the stage, this cab delivers crystal-clear, uncolored sound that's perfect for any setup.In this review, I’ll walk you through…

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Ep. 157 - Brian Young - Formerly of David Lee Roth Band! 1:47:54

7M ago1:47:54

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Ep. 158 - Mick Mars and Chris Collier Interview! 1:44:22

7M ago1:44:22

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Ep. 156 - Kevin Proctor from Iconic Guitars! Part 2 1:48:19

7M ago1:48:19

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THE EDDIE VAN HALEN TRIBUTE CONCERT THAT ALMOST WAS  3:31:46

7M ago3:31:46

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EPISODE #106 - It’s been four years since Edward Van Halen passed away and no tribute concert has ever been mounted. However, Derek Fuller, the lead guitarist of the VH tribute band Fan Halen, tried his best. The Daves have an in-depth conversation with Fuller about the story behind the show that was supposed to be held on Oct. 6 at the Whiskey a G…

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DAVE & SAM BY THE NUMBERS + BRAD SNITZER AT ROCK & ROLL FANTASY CAMP 3:51:58

8M ago3:51:58

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EPISODE #105 - The Daves waste no time by diving into doing a side-by-side comparison of the stats for the careers of David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar. There’s also an in-depth interview with DDU listener Brad Snitzer who attended Rock & Roll Fantasy Camp with Michael Anthony, Sammy Hagar, Vic Johnson and Steve Vai. Don’t forget, there’s plenty of VH…

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Punish Dave with Questions #29! 1:46:27

8M ago1:46:27

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Ep. 155 - Ossie Ahsen of 3 Monkey's Solderless. Down the VH Rabbit Hole! 2:35:35

8M ago2:35:35

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Ep. 154 - David Szabados of Legendary Tones! 1:53:19

8M ago1:53:19

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Punish Dave with Questions #28 1:36:18

8M ago1:36:18

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Punish Dave with Questions #27 2:15:25

8M ago2:15:25

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Ep. 153 - Jim Root of Slipknot!! Interview! 1:59:13

8M ago1:59:13

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STEVE ROSEN RELEASES AUDIOBOOK EMBEDDED WITH VINTAGE EVH CLIPS  3:21:19

9M ago3:21:19

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EPISODE #104 - Rock journalist extraordinaire Steve Rosen brings his 500+ page book, “Tonechaser: Understanding Edward - My 26 Year Journey with Edward Van Halen” to life with a new audio version containing all his vintage interviews with EVH. Rosen discusses the process he went through and what the listener is going to experience. Plus, a ton of V…

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Episode 39 - Mammoth WVH - Live in London - July 2024 1:22:13

9M ago1:22:13

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Greetings upon greetings to all VH-loving speaker systems everywhere! Yes it's that time again for another issue of your _(insert number here)_st / nd / rd / th favourite Van Halen podcast that’s out there on the digital broadcast cyberhighway! Now we do like sailing along in our relationship with you dear listener, but like any good relationship i…

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Matt Bruck EVH Gear launches Wolfgang Van Halen's SA 126 34:02

10M ago34:02

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Matt Bruck started working as Eddie Van Halen’s guitar tech in 1990, and was Eddie’s business partner at the inception of EVH Gear in 2004. After Eddie’s untimely passing in 2020 it was announced that Matt and Wolfgang Van Halen would be running the company, continuing its legacy and looking to the future. Matt joins us to talk about the launch of …

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SAMMY HAGAR HITS THE ROAD + VH DROPS A NEW BOX SET 3:44:36

10M ago3:44:36

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EPISODE #103 - Sammy Hagar has launched his Van Halen heavy tour, “The Best of All Worlds” packed with 15 VH songs. The Daves deliver a road report from the band’s Bridgeport, CT show. The dynamic duo also does a deep dive on the new Van Halen box set, “For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge” (Expanded Edition). Buckets of VH News and a deep mailbag segment…

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GO INSIDE THE ALEX VAN HALEN AUCTION WITH JACQUES VAN GOOL  3:02:50

11M ago3:02:50

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EPISODE #102 - Drummer Alex Van Halen recently opened up his storage facility to Backstage Auctions Inc. led by Jacques van Gool. AVH put over 370 personal pieces of his gear up for sale. Loud Dave conducts a one-on-one interview (Quiet Dave was on vacation) with van Gool about how the auction came about, what it took to put it together and the res…

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Ep. 152 - Andy Sneap Interview! Producer and Musician! 2:08:10

11M ago2:08:10

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Ep. 151 - Steven Fryette of Fryette Amplification - On The Relentless Pursuit of Perfection 3:08:30

11M ago3:08:30

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Bonamassa & Bohlinger Studio Story, Nashville Pedalboard, Recent Favorite Rig Rundowns & New Guitars 54:31

11M ago54:31

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Subscribe to PG's Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribePGYouTube Broadway Pedalboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkG-kelitHA PG's video team recollects recent Rig Rundowns with Jedd Hughes, Donny Benét , Knocked Loose, Loathe, Adrian Vandenberg, and Tyler Childers. Then Bohlinger and Kies report back after building the dream pedalboard for downtown…

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MARTIN POPOFF DELIVERS “VAN HALEN AT 50”  3:58:09

1y ago3:58:09

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EPISODE #101 - Author extraordinaire Martin Popoff has released his third Van Halen book, “Van Halen at 50.” This 190-page hardcover coffee table book takes the readers through VH’s 50 biggest moments from 1974 through 2024. The Daves grill Popoff about his views on the band’s colorful yet dramatic history. Tons of juicy VH News and a strong mailba…

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Iconic Guitar Collaborations GSP #248 57:16

1y ago57:16

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There is jamming and then there is collaboration. The Iconic Series Team assemble to discuss their favourite collaborative projects. Some are massive, others more intimate. Many of these projects were inspired by a greater cause. One in particular will require all the hairspray you can find and all the notes you can play! All of them feature amazin…

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Episode 38 - The Collection II 1:23:02

1y ago1:23:02

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Ahoy there, dear listener! Your audio pals Steve & Ross are back casting pods around Lake Internet and reeling them in to bring you a review of their latest catch — The Collection II! And to pursue this totally random angling analogy a little further; there's nothing fishy going on when such a treasure trove of previously unreleased Sammy-era VH tr…