Roth back in Van Halen, tour to follow


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David Lee Roth's last two attempts at a "comeback: were fairly short-lived - a 1996 reunion with Van Halen that produced two songs for a greatest-hits collection and an appearance on MTV Music Awards, and a morning radio show that attempted to replace the now-defunct Howard Stern radio show.

In both cases, I always felt Diamond Dave got the short end of the stick. But I'm sure others would disagree.

Well, looks like he's back, along with (most) of the rest of Van Halen, and planning a big tour this year:

VAN HALEN IS BACK!
VAN HALEN OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCE SUMMER TOUR
February 2, 2007

Los Angeles, CA - In what is no doubt one of the most anticipated moments in rock and roll, VAN HALEN officially announces their 2007 North American tour.

The tour will mark the first time since 1984 that original VAN HALEN front man David Lee Roth will perform with Eddie and Alex Van Halen along with new bassist Wolfgang Van Halen for 40 shows this summer.

VAN HALEN fans can look forward to legendary high intensity performances, featuring a set list of the most iconic hits ever produced by America's premiere rock band.

Eddie Van Halen states, "I am very excited to get back to the core of what made VAN HALEN."

We'll see how long this lasts, especially considering how short-lived their reunion with Sammy Hagar was. Until they make it through a tour and get in the studio, I ain't holding my breath.

2 Response to "Roth back in Van Halen, tour to follow"

  1. Anonymous 8/2/07 03:08
    Hey man,
    Just got in from my evening drive. I guess the old guys are unchained, but hopefully will not jump back in the commercial Van Halen 1984 was as an avenue to revitalize their careers. And hopefully old Dave will get a good "trust fund" out of the deal.

    Well, don't know if I will make cause just getting back, but will definitely chat soon.

    By the way, my first Van Halen 8 track was from 1978, and I got it for clearing the yard from debris left by an ice storm. LOL
  2. Anonymous 8/2/07 15:57
    agreed - this is something which bears some careful watching. past reunions have turned to crap quickly. the last three attempts to bring on lead singers (Roth in 1996, Cherron in 1998, and the Hagar tour) yielded one flop of an album, four tracks for two greatest hits albums, and two modest tours.

    we're all waiting to see if this band will rediscover the magic that made them red hot so long ago.

    but we're not holding our breath, just in case eddie screws it up again.

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