Best Van Halen album...

[SGMan88]

What is your favorite Van Halen album?

 

[SGMan88]

Also, does anyone know where I can pick up the new guitar world with Eddie Van Halen on the cover... according to their website it is already out but I can't find it anywhere...its the august issue.

Thanx

-SG

 

[dwf1004]

I'm on the lookout as well, SG...just hit my local Albertson's and Walgreen's and came up empty handed (you know, the whole late night search thing...can't just go and knock off the 'ol Borders at 1 AM, y'know?)

I'd think that Wal-Mart, Borders, Waldenbooks, B.Dalton, etc. would be good spots to look.

Damn subscribers all gettin' this mag before me, to hell with all of you, I say!

 

[ex3.8]

It depends on what day it is. But definetly not lll

 

[BBD]

Van Halen I, you don't get that cocky swagger from many albums, and it's almost always debut records that rock like that, Zep I Appitite For Destruction, you get my meaning. I'm pretty old LOL, I had been playing for about 8 months when VHI came out, floored is too light a term

 

[kbaim]

My pick is 1984. Just about the perfect rock album imo. FAIR WARNING gets honorable mention.

In fact back in the early 90's Guitar World listed the 100 best rock albums and 1984 was rated #1.

I just finished the Eddie interview in GW. He only answered 15 questions, plus a handful more from readers. Seemed really short for being gone so long.

The best part of the issue (I'm biased here) is a great previously unpublished interview from 1981 with Randy Rhoads. Plus a lesson from an old student of his based on what Randy taught HIM. Plus a poster of Randy.

KEITH

 

[Tim O'Sullivan]

I would have to say F.U.C.K.

I remeber staying up real late to see the MTV awards when they opened with 'Poundcake'. It was my first real experience of VH and bought the album the next day! It also was the begining of my love affair with EBMM. And though he plays lesser guitars these days, I have to thank Mr Van Halen for making we aware of the best guitar that money can buy!

 

[OrangeChannel]

Tower records, or a bookstore should have it. I got the issue a few nights ago. Pretty lean article if you ask me. Wroth about 2.5 pages of size 12 to 14 font.

F.U.C.K. is my favorite VH album also. Tones are ruling on that one. you can swim in some of them.

 

[Warg Master]

I agree withthe F.U.C.K. statements.

his music man album

 

[pack-rat]

Interesting how each decade had a great album. =VH= 1, 1984, and F.U.C.K.
All my favorates.
The best out of the lot ? I'd say VH1 as it was a totaly groundbreaking sound.
1984 had an 80's sound behind some of the cuts. But I love Panama.
I love the Jump version live with Haggar.
5150 isn't bad.
Diver Down was the worst album. Too many covers and it has a "shrill" sound to it. ( Full Bug and Secrets isn't bad however)

 

[peter71]

1984, hands down. It was the last album that Alex had original drum beats. Now he is all symbols.

I think that I'll Wait is my favorite Van Halen song.

Second would be 5150 becaus Dreams is such a beautiful song. Just a great song, and Summer Nights is fun to listen to.

That is basically my deal with Van Halen, I like them because they are fun to listen to. They are not progressive, even though they have great musicians, they are just straight up fun rock and roll. Plus Van Halen 1 was my first album ever. That and Autograph. I liked their song Turn Up the Radio.

I guess the guy that was the guitarist for Autograph did the sound track for Grand Theft Auto, or some game like that.

 

[Tim O'Sullivan]

I am just watching the Toronto Balance tour video (the one where EVH plays EBMM and Wolfgangs). It strikes me that his tone is not as nice when he is playing the Peavey's. Funny that........

 

[pack-rat]

1984, hands down. It was the last album that Alex had original drum beats. Now he is all symbols.

On Pretty Woman cover on Diver Down it is all splash and crash.

I feel they have been pretty original, however i was a bit disapointed with there first release on this new album.
It seems a bit generic. It's ok but doesnt stand out other than it's Van Halen.

 

[SGMan88]

Thank God in Heaven I got the august GW at wal mart today...great interview with VH but a bit short, awesome randy rhoades interview too. Oh, and I will go with F.U.C.K. and 1984 also as my fav VH albums.

 

[Bassplyr]

All of the VH albums have their bright spots. But as a whole , I would say 1984 really gave me my money's worth!

 

[PurpleSport]

Fair Warning, hands down.

Every track explodes and/or smokes. THE definition of god-like rock guitar tone and attitude. Despite it being more of a studio effort than their "get it in a take or two" previous releases, it still bristles and crackles with spontaneous fire.

Required listening for any guitarist who aspires to virtuousity, or anyone who just wants to hear a butt-kickin', flame throwin', stomp-ass rock album.

Plus, a unique sonic snapshot of a creative young band's creative tensions and growing pains that has yet to be rivaled. I believe a recent magazine article quoted Ed saying he would go back and re-record the guitar parts the way he wanted them in the middle of the nite after fighting with everyone about them all day (and amazingly, nobody noticed)!

 

[musikarero]

I agree with you Purple....Fair Warning does it for me too. Especially Mean Street....every time I hear that tune I'm reminded what a truly great player he is. His rhythm playing has always been what I've noticed more. His solo work is heads and shoulders above most which goes without saying, but his grooves are what catches my ear most.

 

[dimebagdolf]

Hey Guys,

Only my second post here.
Cool forum you guys have here. Everyone seems very cool and mature as opposed to many others.

I'm the proud owner of two Axis guitars. Love em. Easily my #1 and #2 axes. Thinking about picking up a Petrucci too.

With regards to this string, I can easily say "Fair Warning" is my fave too!


PEACE!!!

 

[musikarero]

Welcome to the forum Dime!

 

[Bassplyr]

Dimebag, did you say mature? We have moderators to help with that!