How would you like the next VH album to be like?

[damngoodtimes]

Probably will never happen, but I would like the new album to launch
with the outro of "House of Pain" just to symbolize this is
the real Van Halen continuing on where they left off....

that's a fuckin' great idea. and it's a timeless fuckin' riff to build another song from.

1985 wouldn't be the worst title ever, but I don't know, I think we've had enough clever from the VH brothers (OU812, FUCK, VH3, "It's About Time") - all that shit stinks of Dave-less cheese. I don't want to see VH4 - that would suck. I could go for VH7, if you want to pick a number...

or just call it MMX

a cover tune would be fine with me, as long as its something from Cream or along those lines. or Beer Drinkers and Hell-Raisers

shit, I don't really care. Just kick ass and call it "here's the new fuckin' Van Halen record - buy it, jackass"

[Cato]

I think their next album should be different from any ones that they made in the past. whatever it is like...

I don't hope they repeat the same thing. VAN HALEN is not AC/DC.

[katie]

I think their next album should be different from any ones that they made in the past. whatever it is like...

I don't hope they repeat the same thing. VAN HALEN is not AC/DC.

I agree, Bluegrass all the way!

[kwame k]

How would you like the next VH album to be like?

RELEASED SOON!!!!!!!!!!

[halenrox1]

Dude they need it to sound like the good old cvh!!! They really need to make sure that they do not sound to comercial that will piss alot of us off, they should get the old shit out study it, and then crack open a good ol' bottle of Jack Daniel's.

[OULUVROTH2]

David Lee Roth: "A lot of bands mature, which means they get square; they start delivering messages. Hey, you got a message, use Western Union."

"

Ummm...Bono can save the world! Dave needs to save ROCK AND ROLL!

Efen Kids these days!

[Panamark]

Well its no secret that Zappa Jnr and Luthaker have heard
whats been going on the last few years...
Im not going to get excited based on their opinion, but we know
its brewing. Could be just the final touches now..
Thank the Lord, Mary and Jesus, there will ne no lyrics
written ever again by Hagar... Looking forward to the
meaning and poetry that is Dave again.....

[Jesus Christ]

Thank the Lord, Mary and Jesus, there will ne no lyrics
written ever again by Hagar...

Thou art welcome, My son.

[davehagarfan]

Original, like the first 6 but that won't happen cause they're missing one guy.

[katie]

I wonder which producer they will use?

[katie]

Thank the Lord, Mary and Jesus, there will ne no lyrics
written ever again by Hagar... Looking forward to the
meaning and poetry that is Dave again.....

But if the boss (ED) hands Dave a BALLAD (Ed likes Ballads) that is in the vein of 'When it's Love' what the fuck is Dave to do?

No matter how good a lyricist Dave is, you just can't polish a turd.

[Panamark]

But if the boss (ED) hands Dave a BALLAD (Ed likes Ballads) that is in the vein of 'When it's Love' what the fuck is Dave to do?

No matter how good a lyricist Dave is, you just can't polish a turd.

I would be a happy man to hear another song as good as "Secrets"
(If we are gonna worry about Ballads)

The melody and lyrics are the song. Strip away Hagar's melody,
words and voice from any Van Hagar songs, and I'm positive
some turd polishing could be achieved... Do you believe ??
Dont you trust me ?? Would much rather Dave be involved with
material that was written with him in mind, or him in control though...
If they give him the chance now, Dave will deliver. I have no doubts.
Can Eddie deliver another Panama riff for Dave almost 30 years
later... I guess thats the million dollar question..

[binnie]

I'd like it to be loud, rude, dirty and mean.

I think it will be middle-aged, bloated, slow, but sprinkled with high points.

[Mr Walker]

Ed needs to scrap the 10-12 albums worth of material.
The four of them need to get together for 2 weeks and hash out about 8-10 new songs... and then take another 2-4 weeks to record them.
It's been 25 years... the water is cold... there's no sense in dipping your toe in it... they all need to say fuck it and jump in.
There is no way they can match the expectations that have been building for 25 years, so don't even try. Even the biggest, most loyal VH fan is gonna find fault with a new disc (if they ever do one)... just get back in the water and once it warms up and you feel good in it, then you can try to top the legacy of the six-pack.

[GAR]

No matter how good a lyricist Dave is, you just can't polish a turd.

Sammy Hagar's made a career of the very fact you CAN for many years now.

[Mr Walker]

And I think they tinkered around with some of it during the last tour, but they really should do a cover of "I Don't Need No Doctor".

[katie]

And I think they tinkered around with some of it during the last tour, but they really should do a cover of "I Don't Need No Doctor".

Now that I would like to hear!

[floorchain]

My 2 cents -

Have the first LP fuck Fair Warning and inject the offspring with megasteroids - nix any keyboards as previously suggested - and make sure DLR suppresses any of his Louie Prima tendencies...

[firestarter]

totally kick ass hard rock meets metal, the hell with airplay. the new album should be across between the first album and fair warning.

[dazzlindino]

Album Title: Diamond Dave and the three stooges

[SNIPER]

I would like to see it be a cross between FW and VHII. But I am thinking they are gonna go more with the Dance The Night Away and Jamie's crying type of style on the new tunes. But with a few of the Somebody Get Me A Doctor type songs also. Simple raw VH!!! I think the CD should be called "Could This Be Magic" I have been dreaming about this since 1985 I can't wait!!!

[ThatArtGuy]

Album title: 2010

'Nuff Said(tm)

[DlocRoth]

I'd be happy if it simply approached fusion.

[Loons The Great]

Who here is gwine-a hit da groun' runnin' that fine morn when we know we'll hear new Van Halen music with Diamond David Lee Roth??!!

I hope there is harmonica and acoustical guitar present on the album.

I'm always amped up to hear a new Van Rothin' cover...but I doubt King Edward would acquiesce to any such request in 2011.

I can't wait to hear that first D-Ro blues shout howl or that first brain-splattering, ear-shattering, thunder-clappin, foot-stompin and tappin King Edward solo!!

I'm ready fo' some zen lyricism from David Lee Roth. NOT the kind of lyrics that make you think, "Boy, I would have thought that would have gone under a lot better than that!"

An' I'm ready, ready as anybody can be to hear one beat from Alex and know who's sendin' up some thundah instantaneously!!

I have no fear or doubt that Wolf will bring it.

"Amazing feats of daring-do and acrobatics with only four, count 'em four strings, Ladies and Gentlemen voted most valuable player of the Van Halen Family Band And Travelling Orchestra give it away give it away give it away, motherfucker for Wolfgang Van Halen!!... well if that doesn't send you off to one helluva summer vacation, I just don't know what the fuck else I can do for you...in all seriousness, you had a helluva a job to do this tour and you did the shit out of it! Congratulations, kid! And out of nothin' but love and respect, I wanna to quote one of my favorite ancient philosphers..."--David Lee Roth intro to So This Is Love 6.2.2008

[Heater]

Seems the Fair Warning comparisons will be starting soon enough. Can't say anymore right now.

[FORD]

Bleater, a bit of advice.....

You're pretty much hated around here already, because of your general sheepishness and stupid "gay" jokes.

The one thing we hate around here worse than that, is fake insider trolls. So don't even go there.

On the .000000001% chance that you really know anything about the album, either put up or shut up. Because we've heard this shit since 1999, and nobody's buying.

[Heater]

Despite your kind words, I wanted to share something I heard today from someone I trust. And he said the the new album is similar to FW, I think that is a pretty cool comparison and I decided to put it out there. it's all I know so far, if I hear something else from this guy I will pass it along.

[DLR Bridge]

Hard to believe this thread count is only in the 60s and it started in June...2007!!! In any case, I'm hoping for some sweet spots that resemble "Stay While The Night Is Young" along with some rippin' renditions of "Here's just What You (She?) Wanted". I also think Ed should record, note for note, the solo he did in '84 with the guitar flipped up. Just watched the Montreal '84 show for the first time in a while and that piece is gorgeous. A drop of it showed up on the bland surf rocker, Judgement day, but that piece should stand alone. To hear something new with the fury and attitude of "Hear About It Later" or the swagger and sway of "Drop Dead Legs" would surely blow my pants off.

[hambon4lif]

I wanted to share something I heard today from someone I trust, my father. And he said "Don't tell mommy where I touch you"

Wow! That really does explain alot......

[FORD]

Wait, so Bleater is Jerry Sandusky's kid?

[Seshmeister]

Hard to believe this thread count is only in the 60s and it started in June...2007!!!

Less so when you see that the original question isn't in English...

[Heater]

Wow! And I thought me fingering my dog was weird. feel better about myself. If I told my mom anything bad about my dad or the "uncles" who visit when dad is away on business to keep her company, even though I dont remember having any black cousins, she would put me right back on the bottle. Im NEVER giving up mommys big fat titties amd playing "heres where you were born head first......

Despair not, the posters will keep you company.

[Heater]

Wait, so Bleater is Jerry Seinfeld's kid? He is pretty funny.

appreciate that. our styles of humor are quite different, nice guy though. you, FORDY, if I may call you that, are more a child of Dice Clay with your overused, unfunny profanities which have underlying self loathing manifested projecting unresolved feelings you have of yourself. We loathe in others that which we despise in ourselves.

[Heater]

Less so when you see that the original question isn't in English...

Hopefully sharing what I have found out today about FW and the new album will stirs things up. I will see what else I can find out. IT's all this waiting, some funny guys in VH but I think I see what lies ahead.

[FORD]

Dice Clay?? Never could stand that fucker.

He's the Sammy Hagar of comedy.

[Heater]

Never could stand Dice either, one note, one gimmick, little more than a bully.

[Rikk]

Never could stand Dice either, one note, one gimmick, little more than a bully.

Yeah, what a mean bully he is. The cad.

Anyway, back to talking about the new album.

I have some inside info from "an inside source" in the "biz" of the "industry". He gave me some "buzz" on the latest "scoop"...and I have to bring to you guys here so you'll be impressed.

Apparently, the new album will have guitar on it. It'll not only be rhythm guitar but also lead-playing. THIS IS STRAIGHT FROM MY SOURCE!!

Also, it will have similar sounds to Van Halen's first six albums (meaning, songs with guitar and some singing)...plus THERE WILL BE DRUMS!!!!!

Also, I got the latest scoop from an "inside source" that he will not be singing on the album. I can't tell you who gave me this information, but he smells like cheese and used to make his own tequila...but I can't go further than that. Let's just say this is straight from him.



...I'll let you know when I get more info. In the meantime, Bleater has another scoop or two to share with us, his friends.

[Heater]

....and someone said Fair Warning.......

[VAiN]

Just watched the Montreal '84 show for the first time in a while and that piece is gorgeous. A drop of it showed up on the bland surf rocker, Judgement day, but that piece should stand alone. To hear something new with the fury and attitude of "Hear About It Later" or the swagger and sway of "Drop Dead Legs" would surely blow my pants off.

Funny, I just rewatched it this past weekend as well for the first time in a while and was re-blown away with that solo piece... I can't believe it never made it to record in full... Sure would make for a nice little solo track on the new album...

[chefcraig]

I have some inside info from "an inside source" in the "biz" of the "industry". He gave me some "buzz" on the latest "scoop"...and I have to bring to you guys here so you'll be impressed.

Apparently, the new album will have guitar on it. It'll not only be rhythm guitar but also lead-playing. THIS IS STRAIGHT FROM MY SOURCE!!
Also, it will have similar sounds to Van Halen's first six albums (meaning, songs with guitar and some singing)...plus THERE WILL BE DRUMS!!!!!

Oh, fucking swell, with no "spoiler-alert". Way to ruin the surprise there, Rikk.