The Johnny Beane Podcast

In this packed episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive deep into a pivotal moment in Van Halen history — the day Eddie Van Halen nearly left the band to join Kiss. Gene Simmons claims it happened on the same day Eddie played him a demo of “Jump,” a song that shocked the Kiss co-founders with its lack of guitar. “So you're going to add guitars?” Gene asked. “No, that’s it,” Eddie replied — markin...

OU812 (pronounced "Oh You Ate One Too") is the eighth studio album by American rock band Van Halen, released on May 24, 1988. It is the band's second album to feature vocalist Sammy Hagar, following the success of 5150. Van Halen began work on OU812 in September 1987 and completed it in April 1988, just a month before its release. 🎵 Track Listing Mine All Mine When It's Love A.F.U. (Naturally Wir...

🔥 TONY IOMMI x ROBBIE WILLIAMS?! On this episode of Talking Guitars, we dive into one of the most unexpected rock collaborations ever — Black Sabbath legend Tony Iommi teams up with Robbie Williams on the track “Rocket” from Robbie’s new album Britpop! 🎸⚡ Iommi brings his iconic Gibson SG hellfire tone to this melodic and atmospheric tune, creating a heavy-meets-pop mashup that’s surprisingly k...

🎸 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on JohnnyBeaneTV... We’re talking about the brand NEW EVH Guitar Pins — a must-have for every Eddie Van Halen fan! 🔥 Celebrate the legacy of the guitar god himself and rock one of these killer pins on your jacket, bag, or guitar strap! 👉 EVH Guitar Pins – Just $19.95 🎯 Available now at https://www.fu-tone.com/product/evh-guitar-pins/ Eddie Van Halen c...

Our guest on "Exclusively Van Halen" is none other than the Van Halen tone king himself — Jim Gaustad! A lifelong disciple of the Brown Sound, Jim’s obsession with Eddie Van Halen’s tone began the moment he dropped the needle on Van Halen I. From gigging at age 12 to reverse-engineering Marshalls and launching the Brown Sound Quest YouTube channel, Jim has spent a lifetime chasing that iconic tone...

Wolfgang Van Halen Honors Alex Van Halen’s Legacy at Drumeo Wolfgang Van Halen joins Drumeo for a powerful and personal tribute to his uncle, the legendary Alex Van Halen. This one-of-a-kind episode dives deep into Alex’s drumming legacy through rare photos, untold stories, and jaw-dropping solos. Wolfgang shares exclusive insight only family can offer—exploring Alex’s unique drum setups, unforget...

🎁 UNBOXING a Surprise Firefly Guitar! Huge thanks to Bay Area Rich for this awesome gift — we can't wait to see what it is! Join us LIVE as we crack open the box and check out the latest addition to the guitar family! The new Kramer Volante Quilt HHFR is a serious statement piece for today’s modern players. Designed with contemporary virtuosos in mind, this guitar blends classic Kramer attitude w...

We did something wild—swapped the neck on the gold Leo Jaymz Stratocaster and dropped in a Telecaster neck thanks to the one and only Bay Area Rich! 🙌 That combo? Total game-changer. Looks 🔥, plays 🔥, sounds 🔥. Massive love to everyone who hung out in the chat—you all crushed it helping us get it installed and perfectly dialed in. This guitar is ALIVE and absolutely ripping! 💥⚡ Also gave you...

🔥 This Week on Talking Guitars 🔥 We hit the ground running with BREAKING NEWS — Josh Freese is officially OUT of the Foo Fighters! We unpacked the shocker, shared our hot takes, and speculated on what’s next for the legendary band. That led to an epic convo about Nirvana, the Seattle scene, and the ripple effects of grunge. Then things got wild as we dove into the latest from Julien’s Auctions a...

Sammy Hagar has shared his thoughts on David Lee Roth’s recently announced 21-date summer tour, which will see Roth return to the stage performing classic Van Halen songs. With both former Van Halen frontmen now touring in 2025, fans are witnessing a rare moment in rock history where two distinct eras of the band are being celebrated simultaneously. Hagar, who is currently playing Las Vegas with a...

🎸 TONIGHT on TALKING GUITARS — It's Tele time, mod madness, and coffee-fueled chaos! ☕🔥 We’re diving into some seriously cool Telecaster-style builds, and YOU'RE coming with us! 🔧 I showed off a couple of custom Tease SBH-Broad Street E Series guitars that I’ve been working on — including my very first-ever neck install on the orange burst beauty! What’s the neck? An iconic ’80s Squier Bullet...

On Friday, May 9, 2025, an unmanned dump truck crashed into the legendary Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood, causing serious damage and chaos on Clark Street. We’re breaking down all the details from eyewitness accounts to what this could mean for upcoming shows at this iconic venue. Thankfully, no injuries were reported — but it was a wild scene. 💥🎸 PLUS — we’re recapping an unforgettable day of...

On this episode of Straturday Night… We’re diving into the green Tease SBH-E Guitar that Bay Area Rich personally handed off when he came down to Santa Cruz on Thursday! We hung out, hit up the local guitar shop (check out the footage in the previous video!), and now it’s time to get to work. This beauty came with all green accessories—strap, strap locks, even green strings! Tonight, we mod it, tw...

🎉 Happy Birthday, Alex Van Halen! 🥁 On this special episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we celebrate the legendary drummer and co-founder of Van Halen — Alexander Arthur Van Halen! Born in the Netherlands and raised in Pasadena, Alex helped shape the sound of hard rock with his explosive drumming style and powerful presence behind the kit. We look back at the early days when Ale...

On this episode, we’re diving into some big news—David Lee Roth is hitting the road, and tickets are officially on sale! We run through all the tour dates and share our thoughts on his recent show-stealing performance at the M3 Festival. Plus, we’ve got something truly special from Wolfgang Van Halen—he just dropped a powerful clip of himself playing his dad’s iconic Frankenstein guitar on his new...

David Lee Roth is hitting the road — and tickets go on sale tomorrow! Get ready to jump, scream, and rock out with the legendary frontman in what promises to be an unforgettable tour. Don’t miss your chance to see Diamond Dave live — it's gonna be wild! Setlist? • Panama • Drop Dead Legs • You Really Got Me • Unchained • Dance the Night Away • Runnin’ With the Devil • Mean Street • Atomic Punk • A...

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we're talking about David Lee Roth's epic return to the stage at the M3 Rock Festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland! Diamond Dave delivered a blazing set packed with Van Halen classics and fan favorites—reminding everyone exactly why he's one of the greatest frontmen in rock history. 🔥 FULL SETLIST: • Panama • Drop Dead Legs • You Re...

🎹 On this episode of Johnny Beane TV, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Justin Gusmano — a gifted musician, composer, and keyboardist with a deep passion for classic Hammond B3 Organ tones and modern fusion. Justin takes us inside the making of his debut album Forever Alive, released on March 1, 2025. We dive into the writing and recording process, his go-to gear (including the SK Pro 73),...

Tonight’s episode is a full-throttle dive into classic rock greatness and hands-on guitar geekery! We kick things off with none other than David Lee Roth—Diamond Dave—returning to the stage at the M3 Rock Festival at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland! Roth brought the house down with a blazing set packed with Van Halen classics and fan favorites. Full Setlist: • Panama • Drop De...

🎁 UNBOXING a Surprise Firefly Guitar! Huge thanks to Bay Area Rich for this awesome gift — we can't wait to see what it is! Join us LIVE as we crack open the box and check out the latest addition to the guitar family! If you’re into guitar talk, gear drops, unboxings, and a whole lot of fun, hit that follow and join us LIVE right here on Johnny Beane TV! If you dig gear talk, guitar riffs, and ep...

🔥 NEW Eddie Van Halen Documentary Alert! 🔥 EDDIE VAN HALEN DOCUMENTARY: Eruption & Van Halen's Debut | Edward Van Halen: A Musician Part 6. https://youtu.be/kHcMqSztESg?si=oJF382fc2g2TBa9g Get ready to dive deeper than ever before into the moment Van Halen changed rock music forever! Following the first five hit episodes that explored Eddie Van Halen’s early life and the band’s fight to get noti...

NEW song The End · Mammoth https://youtu.be/f_n_2thlTN8?si=ci2vDcDoCh_NJ7KD The End ℗ 2025 I Am The Sheriff, LLC under exclusive license to BMG Rights Management (US) LLC Released on: 2025-05-01 Performer, Vocals: Wolfgang Van Halen Producer, Mixer, Sound Engineer: Michael "Elvis" Baskette Sound Engineer: Jef Moll Sound Engineer: Brad Blackwood Mixing Assistant, Sound Engineer: Josh Saldate Compos...

Fair Warning Turns 44! Released April 29, 1981, Fair Warning may not have been Van Halen’s biggest commercial hit, but it’s become a fan favorite and a cult classic. Gritty, dark, and aggressive, this fourth studio album captured the band at their rawest—and showed just how far Eddie Van Halen could push the boundaries of rock guitar. 🎸 While it sold over two million copies in the U.S. and peaked...

Sammy Hagar Opens Up on 21-Year Rift with Alex Van Halen: "I'm Still Out Here Doing It—and That Bothers Him" In a candid new interview with Rolling Stone, Sammy Hagar has broken his silence on the long-standing rift between him and Alex Van Halen—revealing they haven’t spoken in over two decades. Alex, who notably refused to mention Sammy by name in his recent memoir Brothers, has apparently shut...

Sammy Hagar returns with a powerful new single Encore, Thank You, Goodnight., out April 25 via Big Machine Rock — inspired by a dream about Eddie Van Halen! 🎸 Co-written with Joe Satriani and featuring Michael Anthony (bass, VH-style vocals) and Kenny Aronoff (drums), the track is a heartfelt farewell to Hagar’s Van Halen era. Satriani's soaring solo channels Eddie’s spirit while staying true to...