The Rover Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 (edited) They're only rumors, after all. But as a long time VH fan, I think it's time for MA to re-join the band and sing those classic VH harmonies as only he can.Eddie's son Wolfie, I would imagine, after getting the "t-shirt" of being on tour with VH, is probably wanting to go out and do his own thing, whatever that "thing" is... playing, producing, but being his own man, and not just a plug-in for what came before. Maybe Wolfie wants to play with people his own age. This is Rock'n'Roll.I read about the rumors at the VH fan site VH Links. Edited January 21, 2015 by The Rover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveAJones Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 I wouldn't underestimate the bond between that father and son. Sure, Wolfie is young enough to branch out into different things, and perhaps he eventually will, but I don't see Eddie remaining motivated to move forward with Van Halen without Wolfie in the lineup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalsh327 Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 Tremonti has Alter Bridge with Myles and his solo project with Wolfgang. Creed's definitely done. If it was up to Dave and Alex, Mike would be working with VH right now, Dave hinted at a 'project' and my guess is it's something archival or putting a DVD out from the previous 2 tours. There's supposedly a Texxas Jam film that has never been seen from 1978 and a few other things in the vault as far as Roth era footage goes. If you're in the DC area, this might be of interest http://www.whatitmeanstobeamerican.org/events/is-rock-n-roll-all-about-reinvention/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the chase Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 That would be great. Another option is that Wolfgang can play every instrument. Go out as a 5 PC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rover Posted January 22, 2015 Author Share Posted January 22, 2015 That would be great. Another option is that Wolfgang can play every instrument. Go out as a 5 PC.Or, he could drive the limousine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 As much as I would love to see MA back, I'm not going to count my chickens yet. The hatred between Eddie, Alex and Michael was palpable, and I find it hard to believe that they have buried the hatchet. Also, Wolfie has been given a lot of responsibility in the band and is not just taking direction. He was very hands on in calling the shots for a Different Kind of Truth. VH will never be the same without MA, but I would not hold my breath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IpMan Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 (edited) The two best components of VH were DLR & MA as far as I am concerned. Eddie was great as an innovator until Diver Down, after that its really nothing new, just rehashing the same tunes with different lyrics but all the arrangements sound the same. No real diversity. At least with DLR & MA they were the top of the game as far as niche bands are concerned. VH was the greatest party band of all time, with those two gone its just variations of the same EVH solo over the same, tired arrangements. There is no way MA will get back with VH. Those two assholes EVH & AVH are whacked out control freaks who hold a grudge longer than Madame Nhu. Edited January 22, 2015 by IpMan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walter Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 I say, never say never....look at how badly they spoke of DLR in the time he was gone. I doubt it will happen, but I never say never when it comes to VH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles J. White Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 Can we have this merged into the Van Halen thread maybe? Was never really a fan of the band but I do love the song Tattoo which is funny because GF was talking about getting a new tattoo, what a fucked up world! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdg1 Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 The purpose of this band as of today is to sell EVH gear. That aint gonna happen with Eddie's son playing bass. This band needs a lot more 'Panama's than 'Dance the night away'...the problem is they don't have any other 'Panama' that makes a kid rush down to the local guitar shop and buy a guitar and amp. If you're gonna clobber the audience with a continual diet of Eddie's 'brown sound' then the material better damn well be suited for it. This aint Metallica where a bunch of guitar parts are sewn together and the usual solo. Great solo's aren't enough any more. Neither are melodic hooks. Neither is bringing in Anthony to shore up the background vocals to cover up DLR's shot voice and appeal. Van Halen needs a new jaw dropping electric guitar song from beginning to end. WTF is Wolfgang doing playing bass? If he can't do the job on electric guitar then somebody without the last name van Halen is going to have to replace Edward because he is burn't out. Finito. All I see is Wolfgang posting pics of Edwards guitar stash on Instagram. And Eddie isn't going to sell guitars and amps for very long without new material. Nobody buys an EVH amp to play Led Zeppelin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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