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The Van Halen
Encyclopedia
2nd Edition
425 pages
ISBN: 0-595-16669-5
Available at:
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“An extraordinary
exploration of the band and its components, this is perfect light reading
for all Eddie wannabes while they're waiting for that first batch of finger
blisters to heal.” – Blender Magazine.
“A must have for all fans! Author C.J. Chilvers
has compiled what is easily the most comprehensive gathering of Van Halen-related material since the band's inception,
leaving no guitar, unreleased track or significant date unturned.”
– The Inside Magazine.
In 1978 a new sound filled the AM airwaves. It was a new brand of rock from
a Pasadena, CA, group that was regularly selling out
concerts to thousands before they had even released an album. Van Halen has rocked us for almost three decades, outliving
countless music trends and copy cats. They rescued us from disco and made
the guitar the instrument of choice for an entire generation. For the first
time ever, the stormy history of Van Halen has
been revealed in "The Van Halen
Encyclopedia," the first detailed book ever written about the band.
Read behind-the-scenes info on the recording of every song, every album,
and 120 songs the band performed or recorded but never released. Discover
the experiences and techniques that made Eddie Van Halen
a legend. Confused about all the lead singer switches? The book sets the
story straight on all of it. Dozens of fans, band employees, and collectors
spent two years researching and writing to create this essential reference
for fans, interviewers, DJs, and anyone interested in a story of how a
great band became great.
“Impeccably researched, The Van Halen
Encyclopedia is a true labor of love and is an invaluable reference for the
VH fan.” – Ken Sharp, The Rock Report.
“I use it non-stop on the air. It is filled with tons of
interesting tid-bits that I, being a huge fan
myself, enjoy sharing.” - Eddie Webb, WLUP-FM, Chicago, IL.
“It is a perfect book to curl up with your favorite songs and
relax.” – Gene Kelly, The Phoenix,
Loyola University.
“For the die-hard fan, this book is as essential as owning all the
albums.” - Grant Fischer, The Van Halen
News Desk.
“If you’re into Van Halen at all I
really highly recommend this book.” – Sue Masino, WJJO-FM
Madison, WI.
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