Has anyone seen this music video for “So this is love” before? Its from RAI Italian State TV 01 Jan 1982. Credit to the instagram account "EVHgearlive" for finding this and posting to their stories. Love the woolly mammoth.
Just saw the " So This Is Love " stuff as well as the early 85 " Amsterdam " footage ( link below ). Just incredible!! I'm seeing a few online claiming that Edward wrote " Amsterdam " as far back as his High School days. Great stuff! https://youtu.be/ELuq6mwy8vk
Great episode with Satchel. I was a little worried that he would be in full Satchel mode and be silly, I was happy to hear that he was respectful and you can hear his love for VH.
Loving all of these and excited to get to the Hagar years.
What's amazing about Jacob is that you can watch his journey on YouTube from being a 14 year old kid in his basement right through to now (early 20's). Dweezil said it somewhere else, but not only is he playing the notes on the nose but he has the feel for Ed and his musicality that no one else has come close to perfecting. As a performer he's engaging and exciting - plus his chops are insane -- insane! I'm not a huge fan of his originals - a little too much old school masculine energy and lyrical content for my tastes, but from a pure rock guitar standpoint he's amazing -- and again his feel for Ed's phrasing is uncanny -- just uncanny!
Jacob is a YouTube and touring sensation that specializes in playing and performing classic rock and metal songs as close to note correct as he can. Which is pretty close...a lot closer than most.
But his real skill in my opinion is his incredible facility with singing very well and playing very complicated parts like those in Van Halen songs at the same time.
This is difficult/well nigh impossible to pull-off, but he does it VERY well.
The newest episode with Satchel sounded really great. I have to admit: Steel Panther are a new group to me ( despite the fact they've been around for a while! ). Satchel is clearly a great player ( and has a great sense of humor ). Smart guy and wonderful player. Truthfully, this was an unexpected surprise for me, this episode ( the Greg Howe, Blues Saraceno and Paul Gilbert episodes are still my all time favorites ).
While waiting for the Satchel episode, I spent some extra time to read Greg Renoff's " Ted Templeman " book: Fantastic insight into Van Halen's recording process. As I hear people state ( on social media ) that there should be a bio style movie about Van Halen, I feel strongly that NO ONE should make a bio movie about Van Halen unless it's a documentary with live music examples and band/musician interviews. Ted's book exemplifies the notion that in experiencing greatness, you either saw Van Halen in concert or you listened to them on a recorded medium. That's it. I just can't see an actor pretending to play like Edward. It just wouldn't work and would ( I feel ) diminish Van Halen's endearing legacy. Funny enough, hearing musicians talk of Edward's musicianship ( especially here ) helps build upon Edward's influence for future generations.
It's also interesting that with each of these episodes, you can hear Edward's influence but with each player's personality in that influence. I found it insightful that you can have dozens of players that have MASSIVELY different styles but still play Edward's feel with a little of VH's attitude like conviction. This is, of course, is a difficult challenge because only Edward could sound like Edward ( Dweezil himself, Paul Gilbert and Greg Howe, to my ears at least, come AWFULLY CLOSE to Edward's particular style in terms of vibrato and feel ). I do hear a little of Yngwie's style of ( very wide ) vibrato from Satchel though.
While we wait for the next episode in anticipation, tide yourself over with this gem I found today. The debut album WITHOUT vocals. Kudos to whoever snuck this out of the studio. Everything seems in order, except for what sounds like an outtake of “Little Dreamer?”
I might have missed a blog posting on this, but what is expected timing of episodes going forward? I'm also looking forward to the post-Roth era discussions. Perhaps a minority opinion but I think there's some very strong material there and it's how I got into VH in the first place (Balance)
I'm looking forward to hearing the post-Roth material too. The Roth material gets a load of attention, but there are some gems in the Hagar era. Even VH III isn't *that* bad - A Year To The Day, Josephina, Fire In the Hole and Without You are all great tracks with some killer guitar playing on them.
Ditto. I truly feel that most of the Hagar/Cherone era material has not been explored to an extent like the Roth era material has. In fact, in purchasing the TAB book for the Hagar/Cherone eras, I noticed that Edward's phrasing and time feel became tighter and more focused on melody. Most of the 5150 disc has MASSIVE amounts of vibrato mixed vibrato bar phrasing that is missing from the Roth era recordings ( the VH 3 disc has some AMAZING phrases from Edward, some of which are buried in the mix-" From Afar " is a prime example of this, especially with the Stereo Ripley guitar used for the solo ).
Great episodes so far, Dweezil. I'm really enjoying all of these so far, and am quite looking forward to the Sammy Hagar era, especially Balance - which is my favourite Hagar album!
I really enjoyed the Greg Howe episode! I'd be interested in seeing you continue this series beyond just the albums in the same manner. You could even circle back around to the guitarists you already spent an album with and get their top 5 or 10 favorites like you did with Greg. I also really enjoy when the person you are interviewing has a guitar and isn't afraid to launch into a part. It's so much fun.
The observations between you and Greg were really cool. It’s nice to see others feel that way or hear that sense of rhythm that VH had. Same with the Jennifer interview. Girl gone bad is a masterpiece and a true bitch to play on SO many levels.
This was a really fun grab bag style episode. I also have heard of Greg Howe but didn't know much about him. He has great insights and I love how his earnestness about his impression of first hearing Running With The Devil. Totally a fan now. Excited that it looks like I'll get to see him live this year too. Thanks for a fun surprise bonus episode, Dweezil!
I’m now into the Tremonti/Diver Down episode. Just a quick note that the Tele/Fender Electric XII mutt 12-string electric that Eddie used for “Cabo Wabo” was not used for “Secrets”.
Eddie used a Gibson EDS-1275 double-neck (which is obviously associated with Jimmy Page) for the recording of “Secrets” and on the early live performances of the song on tour before Kramer made the yellow and black double-neck for him which you see in the well known US Festival footage.
Was super excited to see the hi/lo res option for download added.
But, when I tried to download the episodes that previously MP3 only, but clicking the Hi Res option, the MP3s still download for Steve Vai Pt 1 and @2, and Blues Saraceno Pt 1 and 2.
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Has anyone seen this music video for “So this is love” before? Its from RAI Italian State TV 01 Jan 1982. Credit to the instagram account "EVHgearlive" for finding this and posting to their stories. Love the woolly mammoth.
https://youtu.be/WfxG7BRn7xs
Just saw the " So This Is Love " stuff as well as the early 85 " Amsterdam " footage ( link below ). Just incredible!! I'm seeing a few online claiming that Edward wrote " Amsterdam " as far back as his High School days. Great stuff! https://youtu.be/ELuq6mwy8vk
Hi Guys, I've lowered the Vocals on King Edward's VH Discography ( didn't remove all vox as doing that made the Gtrs sound tinny in places)
I did them for everyone to enjoy/dissect his playing/tones/songwriting. No disrespect to any members of all incarnations of the mighty VH.
I hope you all enjoy these. Take Care, Stay Safe & Stay Frosty \m/
PS: you can listen to them or download them. Much Love & Respect to King Edward
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17tt___Uk7L9PMsp3NDmsaVZTD-ZsX-he?usp=sharing
Very generous Ravi thank you!
Great episode with Satchel. I was a little worried that he would be in full Satchel mode and be silly, I was happy to hear that he was respectful and you can hear his love for VH.
Loving all of these and excited to get to the Hagar years.
Power Animal from “Manimal!” Starring Simon MacCorkindale, no relation.
Mr. Zappa, all of these episodes so far have been quite enjoyable. I would just like to say Thank you.
What's amazing about Jacob is that you can watch his journey on YouTube from being a 14 year old kid in his basement right through to now (early 20's). Dweezil said it somewhere else, but not only is he playing the notes on the nose but he has the feel for Ed and his musicality that no one else has come close to perfecting. As a performer he's engaging and exciting - plus his chops are insane -- insane! I'm not a huge fan of his originals - a little too much old school masculine energy and lyrical content for my tastes, but from a pure rock guitar standpoint he's amazing -- and again his feel for Ed's phrasing is uncanny -- just uncanny!
Who's the "Jacob" player in his 20's that Dweezil metions in the last 10 minutes?
Jacob Deraps. He's fantastic. He performs the end theme song on my podcast. He plays guitar and sings.
Jacob is a YouTube and touring sensation that specializes in playing and performing classic rock and metal songs as close to note correct as he can. Which is pretty close...a lot closer than most.
But his real skill in my opinion is his incredible facility with singing very well and playing very complicated parts like those in Van Halen songs at the same time.
This is difficult/well nigh impossible to pull-off, but he does it VERY well.
Great episode Dweezil, really enjoyed this one. And fully agree that Jacob Deraps nails the VH vibe. His video of 'We die bold' is fantastic
Loved the Satchel episode, it's great to hear Russ out of character for a change haha! Absolute monster player!
The newest episode with Satchel sounded really great. I have to admit: Steel Panther are a new group to me ( despite the fact they've been around for a while! ). Satchel is clearly a great player ( and has a great sense of humor ). Smart guy and wonderful player. Truthfully, this was an unexpected surprise for me, this episode ( the Greg Howe, Blues Saraceno and Paul Gilbert episodes are still my all time favorites ).
While waiting for the Satchel episode, I spent some extra time to read Greg Renoff's " Ted Templeman " book: Fantastic insight into Van Halen's recording process. As I hear people state ( on social media ) that there should be a bio style movie about Van Halen, I feel strongly that NO ONE should make a bio movie about Van Halen unless it's a documentary with live music examples and band/musician interviews. Ted's book exemplifies the notion that in experiencing greatness, you either saw Van Halen in concert or you listened to them on a recorded medium. That's it. I just can't see an actor pretending to play like Edward. It just wouldn't work and would ( I feel ) diminish Van Halen's endearing legacy. Funny enough, hearing musicians talk of Edward's musicianship ( especially here ) helps build upon Edward's influence for future generations.
It's also interesting that with each of these episodes, you can hear Edward's influence but with each player's personality in that influence. I found it insightful that you can have dozens of players that have MASSIVELY different styles but still play Edward's feel with a little of VH's attitude like conviction. This is, of course, is a difficult challenge because only Edward could sound like Edward ( Dweezil himself, Paul Gilbert and Greg Howe, to my ears at least, come AWFULLY CLOSE to Edward's particular style in terms of vibrato and feel ). I do hear a little of Yngwie's style of ( very wide ) vibrato from Satchel though.
Good episode with Satchel, Dweezil.
While we wait for the next episode in anticipation, tide yourself over with this gem I found today. The debut album WITHOUT vocals. Kudos to whoever snuck this out of the studio. Everything seems in order, except for what sounds like an outtake of “Little Dreamer?”
I might have missed a blog posting on this, but what is expected timing of episodes going forward? I'm also looking forward to the post-Roth era discussions. Perhaps a minority opinion but I think there's some very strong material there and it's how I got into VH in the first place (Balance)
I'm looking forward to hearing the post-Roth material too. The Roth material gets a load of attention, but there are some gems in the Hagar era. Even VH III isn't *that* bad - A Year To The Day, Josephina, Fire In the Hole and Without You are all great tracks with some killer guitar playing on them.
Ditto. I truly feel that most of the Hagar/Cherone era material has not been explored to an extent like the Roth era material has. In fact, in purchasing the TAB book for the Hagar/Cherone eras, I noticed that Edward's phrasing and time feel became tighter and more focused on melody. Most of the 5150 disc has MASSIVE amounts of vibrato mixed vibrato bar phrasing that is missing from the Roth era recordings ( the VH 3 disc has some AMAZING phrases from Edward, some of which are buried in the mix-" From Afar " is a prime example of this, especially with the Stereo Ripley guitar used for the solo ).
Great episodes so far, Dweezil. I'm really enjoying all of these so far, and am quite looking forward to the Sammy Hagar era, especially Balance - which is my favourite Hagar album!
I really enjoyed the Greg Howe episode! I'd be interested in seeing you continue this series beyond just the albums in the same manner. You could even circle back around to the guitarists you already spent an album with and get their top 5 or 10 favorites like you did with Greg. I also really enjoy when the person you are interviewing has a guitar and isn't afraid to launch into a part. It's so much fun.
Speaking of Diver Down, I only recently realized that the chord fading into Where Have All The Good Times Gone is the Ending Chord of Secrets!
nice catch !!! never knew that,
Great observation! After seeing your post, I found that it was easy to catch if I played the songs alphabetically from the album.
The observations between you and Greg were really cool. It’s nice to see others feel that way or hear that sense of rhythm that VH had. Same with the Jennifer interview. Girl gone bad is a masterpiece and a true bitch to play on SO many levels.
excellent job Mr.Z! !!!
I hate to add more wishes to the wishlist, but this video made by Ben Eller a few days after Eddie's death is great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krHLP-DN1OY
He'd be an interesting and knowledgeable interview as well, I think, he "gets it".
This was a really fun grab bag style episode. I also have heard of Greg Howe but didn't know much about him. He has great insights and I love how his earnestness about his impression of first hearing Running With The Devil. Totally a fan now. Excited that it looks like I'll get to see him live this year too. Thanks for a fun surprise bonus episode, Dweezil!
Glad you enjoyed it! The next episode is pretty funny and features Satchel from Steel Panther. He plays his favorite EVH licks.
Eddie used a Gibson EDS-1275 double-neck (which is obviously associated with Jimmy Page) for the recording of “Secrets” and on the early live performances of the song on tour before Kramer made the yellow and black double-neck for him which you see in the well known US Festival footage.
Thank you for the bonus episode.
Was super excited to see the hi/lo res option for download added.
But, when I tried to download the episodes that previously MP3 only, but clicking the Hi Res option, the MP3s still download for Steve Vai Pt 1 and @2, and Blues Saraceno Pt 1 and 2.
Thanks.
Hi Chris,
I'm double checking on that to make sure it is functioning as it should. Sorry for the delay.
Looks like the functionality is working properly now. Let me know if you are still having the same issue. Best, DZ
Another amazing episode! This (slightly more) random path was really cool and a great bonus.