Why the VH Reunion tour will happen

[Don Corleone]

I've been giving this some thought as of late - We all want VH to reunite, but what motives do VH have for doing it?

I mean Ed's not known for giving the fans what they want.

For the fans it's looking highly likely that something is set to happen here, but what do Ed, Dave and Al get? (I've missed Mike as he is/has not been involved in any of the talks between parties at present)

The first thing they'll get is a big stack of money - 1 Million USD per show to be exact, plus whatever for an album. That's one incentive. But is it enough? Don't forget the Van Hagar 04 was a cash grab, but Ed wasn't happy with that.

We've heard Dave talk about "needing closure", now I think this is closer to the mark. Dave's honest about it, he wants closure, Ed on the other hand need's closure to restore and preserve the VH legacy - without this Ed will never get VH into the Fall of Hall.

[Panamark]

Don, how do you know they will get 1 million per show ?
Is that a guess, or do you know something really cool ??

[Don Corleone]

From the last I heard Mark 1 Million USD per show was the offer on the table for a 3 month US only tour. I am aware of a second offer - but the chances of that one been taken are.... remote.

[Hummarstra]

IMO it shouldn't happen. If it does it'll be a disaster. All good things come to an end. Thats all there is to it.

[nosuchluck]

Originally posted by Hummarstra
IMO it shouldn't happen. If it does it'll be a disaster. All good things come to an end. Thats all there is to it.

i couldn't agree more.

[Don Corleone]

Except at the minute there has been no end. Dave's gone on record with this. Once the tour is done, then it will be over.

[MERRYKISSMASS2U]

Originally posted by Hummarstra
IMO it shouldn't happen. If it does it'll be a disaster. All good things come to an end. Thats all there is to it.

I agree. 1984 David Lee Roth vocals/band performance only happened once.

[Don Corleone]

Originally posted by MERRYKISSMASS2U
I agree. 1984 David Lee Roth vocals/band performance only happened once.

Agreed.

I'm not saying it's 1984 still, or it's going to be 84 all over again. Dave's aged - he matured, and Ed can't slam like he once did. What I'm saying is they need the personal closure that the tour will bring.

Many fans will say "don't do it". It may well stink up places (the way Ed's playing at the minute, it will), on the other hand Dave is on top form. This is something that both Dave and Ed need to do for themselves. That's what I'm saying.

[MAX]

As always, great post Don and always nice to see you posting somewhere besides Gear Street. lol

Seriously, I tend to take both your posts and opinions more seriously than that of the average Joe Schmoes so to speak. Why is that? Well, in addition to being a card carrying Mod at the Mighty Rotharmy, I also happen to know that you post at another VH site (not the Links) that favors EVH.

Anyhoo, I guess I have no point, just another mindless rant.

However, I just put all of the varying factors together.

1) Dave both sounds and looks better than he has in ages. He's matured and ain't tryin' to be the "Diamond Dave" stage persona of yesteryear. I think he fully knows where he is at this point and is not only doing it gracefully but he's also kicking asss and taking names when it comes to his live performances.

2) Edward is actually acting more like what he always slammed Dave for doing for years. I think that whatever's been stuck up his ass for years causing such a musical and personal anal rententive attitude is gone. I'll be the first to admit that I'm NOT a fan of the new music that he's putting out. However and I will say this, at least it's NOT keyboard oriented.

I'm also going to give Edward more credit for publicly dissing Hagar and Anthony for the sham of a "band" that they tour as with that stupid fucking name... "The Other Half..." What a joke!!! The "other half" of Van Hagar. :rolleyes" and

I think Edward has finally gotten the clue that the ONLY way to regain ANY sort of public attention or fanfare for his music is to get back with Dave. I hope Alex is also willing to play ball.

3) As for "Mikey" which happens to be the most fucking queer term that I've EVER heard from his fanbase. Seriously, that "Mikey" shit makes me wanna puke. Fine, the dude may be a nice person but so what? Who really gives a flying fuck about his backing vocals when it comes to Dave and Edward working together. Anthony's all about Hagar, so let him stay with the round rocker.

So much more to say but I'll just use this little vent as my "go" point.

[Revan]

Well, whatever reunion happens, it'd better involve Mr. Anthony. If it doesn't, it's not a reunion, and CVH will not be back together by any measure, nor will there be any measure of closure.

Frankly, as far as Mike's concerned, I don't blame him for being out with Sam. Fuck Ed and Alice, really. Mike honestly took it up the ass from them in 2004, and he gets fired for at least wanting to work? Sure, it may be with Sam, but at least the guy is doing something, which is a lot more than can be said for Ed and Alice. And no, I don't count Edward's pornographic fantasies as actual "work", either.

I'm no fan of The Other Half, not by any measure, but I won't for a second bash on Anthony for at least keeping busy with somebody who he obviously gets along with/sees eye to eye with on a personal and professional note. I don't like Sam, I don't like his music and I don't like what Van Halen became with him, but where is the logic in bashing Mike for at least getting along with the guy? Frankly, on a personal level, I'm sure Sam probably is a nice enough guy.

Ed has basically left no confusion to how he's felt about Mike's presence in the band - and probably for years - getting along with Sam, and Sam treating him like he's worth something, is probably the biggest breath of fresh air Mike's had in years. I mean, when you consider Ed practically wouldn't even let him play on an album half the time, took away his writing credits and made him sign off on any and all things related to the name Van Halen for simple monetary reasons...it becomes pretty easy to see where Mike's coming from.

Again, nobody has to like the music, but Anthony deserves a little breathing room in regards to his relationship with Hagar.

That said, again - any reunion of CVH members MUST include Anthony to be complete, otherwise it's not worth it happening and it should rightfully be viewed as incomplete otherwise. From that point of view, David seems to understand and share the same perspective - all 4 or not at all.

[lztom]

All things considered, I dont think the CVH would be that big of a deal any more, especially not in the mainstream media. With Eddie in his current state, it would also be a musical disaster.

96 was the time. They could have reconquered the world with a tour then.

Thanks, Eddie and Alex.

[Panamark]

It all sounds great !
(Although Ive learned not to hold my breath)

It would be a let down after all this time if we
didnt get the original line-up (Including Sammy's
little bum boy)...

Cant stand that "Other Half" crap... Van Hagar was
shit, they could of at least called it "The other half of shit"....
Would have been more appropriate..

But still, if we are finally going to get the real reunion,
MA has every right to be there...
Even if he does gargle hagar jizz....

[Panamark]

I know all my anger against any of these dudes would
dissolve the instant a real reunion happened..

[Don Corleone]

Dave will tour minus Mike - and no Wolfy will not be on bass for the tour.

As for Mikey....He's such a nice guy that he's the only person who didn't actually ring Ed to offer his condolence at the passing of Ed and Al's mother.

Ed's pissed off about this.

[MAX]

Heeya cometh the cuntinuation of my rant whether anyone wants it or not. lol.

Maybe y'all are saying "He's not going to go after the bass player again is he?" Well, YES HE IS!!!

Again and I cannot say it enough cos it's a moot point but this "Mikey" shit has to go!!! I swear, everytime I read a grown man referring to the bass player as the beloved "Mikey" I wanna kick them in their pussy and toss over their bowl of queerios.

All of this shit (and that's what it is... SHIT!!!) about Michael Anthony being involved... Who gives a flying rats ass at this point? I say fuck Alex too. I'd go for broke to have just a Dave and Edward collaboration albeit an album/tour or what have you. Then and only then we'll truly see what the magic was all about. I guaran-gosh-fuckin'-tee that the masses could/would give two shits or more less about "Mikey's" background vocals IF a stellar bassplaya 'tis in tow along with some female background vocalists. Seriously, Do y'all honestly think anyone would give a shit whilst listenin' to the hits if Michael Anthony were there or not?

Fuck, put ANY decent bass playa on said road show, give them a Mr. John Daniels Bass and nobody would even notice.

Fuck, look at Who's Left or KI$$' tired act with a fake Frehley??? I swear, just put Dave and Edward out there and... BING-FUCKING-GO!!! VAN HALEN!!!