‘Panama’: The Story Behind Van Halen’s Classic Car Song
Always popular, if sometimes lyrically misunderstood, Panama is a rip-roaring rocker that remains one Van Halen’s greatest songs.
‘For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge’: How Van Halen’s Ninth Album Battled The Censors
Van Halen were up against changing trends and government attacks, yet they prevailed with the ‘For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge’ album.
‘Van Halen II’: How Van Halen Created A Second Classic Chart-Busting Album
‘Van Halen II’ was recorded at lightning speed, yet Van Halen’s energised second album has endured, making its mark as a classic rock record.
Best Drummers Of All Time: 40 Iconic Musicians Who Can’t Be Beat
From rock’n’roll riot-starters to formidably funky floor-fillers, the best drummers made music history by moving our heads and our feet.
Best 80s Songs: 30 Epochal Tracks From Pop’s Golden Age
Though divisive both politically and culturally, the 80s produced consistently stellar music – as the best 80s songs make abundantly clear.
‘1984’: A Track-By-Track Guide To Van Halen’s Classic Album
As shown by this track-by-track guide to every song on ‘1984’, Van Halen delivered one of the 80s’ definitive rock albums.
Best Running Songs: 10 Tracks To Keep You Moving And Motivated
From hype rap anthems to hard-rock pick-me-ups, the best running songs are sure to boost your endurance and energise your every stride.
Best 80s Album Covers: 20 Iconic Artworks From An Outlandish Era
The best 80s album covers stand as evocative artworks that prove the decade transcends its reputation for disposability.
Best Van Halen Albums: Their Studio Discography, Ranked And Reviewed
Blessed with Eddie Van Halen’s virtuosic skills, the best Van Halen albums amount to one of hard rock’s most enduring legacies.
Best 80s Music Videos: 20 Essential Clips From MTV’s Golden Era
From the bombshell antics of Madonna to the censors-baiting mischief of Prince, the best 80s music videos set pop music aglow in the MTV era.
Best Guitar Solos: 40 Face-Melting Fretwork Performances
From rip-roaring metal bends to soul-stirring vibrato, the best guitar solos push guitarists to the edge with earth-shattering consequences.
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