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  • PHOENIX
    Veteran
    • Jan 2004
    • 2212

    Eddie Falls Off the Wagon

    Did Eddie Fall Off The Wagon?


    (07/01/04) -- Ever since Van Halen reunited with former singer Sammy Hagar for a massive North American tour, rumors have been spreading that guitarist Eddie Van Halen has been hitting the bottle pretty hard. A few sources claimed that Eddie has been drinking before each concert and acting erratically at certain public places. Even though these rumors are pure conjecture, stories regarding Eddie's incessant drinking and smoking pour in each day. This is nothing new for rock and rollers of course. The problem is that Eddie not only just recovered from cancer, which was caused by his smoking, but he's also supposed to be sober. The latest Eddie sightings came from the BostonHerald.com, which claimed that Eddie made a couple of strange appearances at the Back Bay bar, leaving patrons and employees baffled and a bit worried for the famed rocker. Firstly, the axeman reportedly wandered into the Newbury Street hotspot with his own bottle of wine, which bouncers quickly confiscated. Eddie then returned a couple of nights later, obviously disoriented. He apparently went to up to a table where two young women were eating, stuck his fingers in their water glasses, then blessed them papal style, before stumbling out. Eddie Van Halen's camp has still no comment on these rumors.
  • Terry
    DIAMOND STATUS
    • Jan 2004
    • 12222

    #2
    Doubt Ed was really on the wagon in the first place.

    Seems like he sobered up at various points between 1994 and 1999, but according to Roth and Val, Ed's been at the booze since the turn of the millenium., and Hagar said he wasn't even sober during the periods he said he was.

    Don't really matter. I'd almost prefer he was wasted most of the time. Easier to excuse his lackluster approach to his music and his band if the guy's in the bag. Would be awful to think Ed's making all these bad choices and not bothering to put any effort into what he's doing as a result of getting sober.
    Scramby eggs and bacon.

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    • Firebrand
      Roadie
      • Jun 2004
      • 103

      #3
      What a shame

      And I know there are folks here who seem to gloat over the fact that EVH is slowly killing himself, but I am not one of them.

      Eddie Van Halen is one of my idols. I am a 41-year old man, but I ain't too proud to admit that. I have played guitar professionally or semi-professionally now for over 25 years, and there is NO one on the face of the earth that can play, or ever has been able to play, like EVH. It breaks my heart to see him in such a tailspin.

      I wish something could be done before it's too late, but I fear unless he makes his mind up once and for all to stop abusing himself, it won't happen.
      With a rebel yell, she cries "more more more!"...

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      • Big Troubles
        ROTH ARMY SUPREME
        • Feb 2004
        • 8517

        #4
        Still a funny story though. Look the man needs help. The people close to him (sam, Al and Mike) should be giving him help. His wife left because of the abuse no doubt. He says because he's always making music. Riiiiigggghhhhhtttt! This guy COULD sound like he used to and create again, but someone has to get his ass to detox.
        "FUCK YOU, YOU FUCKIN' BITCH! WHO THE FUCK DO YOU THINK YOU ARE ANYWAYS? TALK TO ME LIKE THAT? FUCK YOU. DRAG QUEEN LOOKIN' WHORE- YOU AINT SHIT. YOUR THE FRECKLE TO THE LEFT OF MY BROWN EYE. NOW GO MAKE YOURSELF USEFUL...OH, PUT DAD ON THE PHONE"

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        • Fabulous Shadow

          #5
          You cant force someone to sober up... they have to want it for themselves...

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          • rockvanhalen66
            Foot Soldier
            • Jun 2004
            • 631

            #6
            Re: Eddie Falls Off the Wagon

            Originally posted by PHOENIX
            Did Eddie Fall Off The Wagon?


            (07/01/04) -- Ever since Van Halen reunited with former singer Sammy Hagar for a massive North American tour, rumors have been spreading that guitarist Eddie Van Halen has been hitting the bottle pretty hard. A few sources claimed that Eddie has been drinking before each concert and acting erratically at certain public places. Even though these rumors are pure conjecture, stories regarding Eddie's incessant drinking and smoking pour in each day. This is nothing new for rock and rollers of course. The problem is that Eddie not only just recovered from cancer, which was caused by his smoking, but he's also supposed to be sober. The latest Eddie sightings came from the BostonHerald.com, which claimed that Eddie made a couple of strange appearances at the Back Bay bar, leaving patrons and employees baffled and a bit worried for the famed rocker. Firstly, the axeman reportedly wandered into the Newbury Street hotspot with his own bottle of wine, which bouncers quickly confiscated. Eddie then returned a couple of nights later, obviously disoriented. He apparently went to up to a table where two young women were eating, stuck his fingers in their water glasses, then blessed them papal style, before stumbling out. Eddie Van Halen's camp has still no comment on these rumors.
            he could have taken a big shit in the glass and bash them in the face with it. now that would have been somethin to talk about........
            long live van halen

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            • Matt White
              • Jun 2004
              • 20569

              #7
              Re: Re: Eddie Falls Off the Wagon

              Originally posted by rockvanhalen66
              he could have taken a big shit in the glass and bash them in the face with it. now that would have been somethin to talk about........
              I think thats what worries people Bro...It doesn't sound like that type of behavior is far off.

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              • MAX
                Rotharmy Gladiator

                DIAMOND STATUS
                • Jan 2004
                • 13001

                #8
                Originally posted by Fabulous Shadow
                You cant force someone to sober up... they have to want it for themselves...
                Uh, no. when it's as fucking severe as Ed's situation and they are fortunate enough to have the $$$$ to pay for it. The guy can and should be committed!!!!! It happened with my massive alcoholic aunt as a last resort and it finally worked. Especially if there are children involved. Fucking Valerie should step up to the plate.

                Seriously though, at this point I cannot help but wonder if Ed is terminal and that's why they are all rallying around him? Just like Dave said that he wouldn't be a willing participant in someones self demise i.e. Ed.

                Fuck those two as parents anyway for their behavior. I don't need to say one word but just look at that kid? It's not fucking healthy at all!!!
                EAT US AND SMILE!!!!

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                • Fabulous Shadow

                  #9
                  Ed isn't mental, all he has to say is that he doesn't WANT to be in rehab and he can walk out.

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                  • Big Troubles
                    ROTH ARMY SUPREME
                    • Feb 2004
                    • 8517

                    #10
                    No shit eh? Ed is supposed to be looked up at, admired and be the focal inspiration to guitarists yet to be born and the man drinks himself to death. What a waste of talent and human being he became. His "friends" and his brother should throw is ass in detox and tell him to not come out until he plays Eruption backwards note for note standing on his fucking head. Cause that is what he should be doing instead of the notes he hits in "Its About Time". Yuk Ed. You should be ashamed of yourself.
                    "FUCK YOU, YOU FUCKIN' BITCH! WHO THE FUCK DO YOU THINK YOU ARE ANYWAYS? TALK TO ME LIKE THAT? FUCK YOU. DRAG QUEEN LOOKIN' WHORE- YOU AINT SHIT. YOUR THE FRECKLE TO THE LEFT OF MY BROWN EYE. NOW GO MAKE YOURSELF USEFUL...OH, PUT DAD ON THE PHONE"

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                    • Fabulous Shadow

                      #11
                      I know first hand that you cant force someone to stay in rehab against their will

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                      • MAX
                        Rotharmy Gladiator

                        DIAMOND STATUS
                        • Jan 2004
                        • 13001

                        #12
                        Originally posted by Fabulous Shadow
                        Ed isn't mental, all he has to say is that he doesn't WANT to be in rehab and he can walk out.
                        Bullshit!!! Not if he's COMMITTED by Alex or Valerie!!!! What, you think the rubber wagon brigade asks some fucker wearing a Bugs Bunny costume humping a tree infront of their home if it's ok if they put them in the back of their white van?

                        Anybody can be committed if the family sees fit and there is a history of said behavior!!!!!
                        EAT US AND SMILE!!!!

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                        • MAX
                          Rotharmy Gladiator

                          DIAMOND STATUS
                          • Jan 2004
                          • 13001

                          #13
                          Originally posted by Fabulous Shadow
                          I know first hand that you cant force someone to stay in rehab against their will

                          Not talking about rehab. I'm talking about nutters like Ed who "bless" patrons with water while they dine in pubs in Boston. The dude is fucking mental and an Alcoholic to boot!!!!
                          EAT US AND SMILE!!!!

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                          • Big Troubles
                            ROTH ARMY SUPREME
                            • Feb 2004
                            • 8517

                            #14
                            :D Bugs Bunny humping a tree eh? Looks like Im in for a wild set of nightmares. thanks. :D

                            G'nite Max take care.
                            "FUCK YOU, YOU FUCKIN' BITCH! WHO THE FUCK DO YOU THINK YOU ARE ANYWAYS? TALK TO ME LIKE THAT? FUCK YOU. DRAG QUEEN LOOKIN' WHORE- YOU AINT SHIT. YOUR THE FRECKLE TO THE LEFT OF MY BROWN EYE. NOW GO MAKE YOURSELF USEFUL...OH, PUT DAD ON THE PHONE"

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                            • Fabulous Shadow

                              #15
                              I disagree Max. No disrespect intended, but I tried that. If a person is of sound mind, they can decide for themselves unless it is mandated required by law .

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