• #197 Van Halen - 1984

  • Feb 24 2025
  • Length: 1 hr and 49 mins
  • Podcast

  • Summary

  • Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Van Halen got their start on the Pasadena house party scene then became one of the top selling bands of all time, but by 1984 they were tired of the road and ready for a change of scenery. The team welcome a special guest to discuss stage presence, bass players who sing, and an instrument-defining talent.

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    Intro music: When the Walls Fell by The Beverly Crushers

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