The Johnny Beane Podcast

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we're diving into Ultimate Classic Rock's ranking of every Van Halen LIVE album from worst to best. Did they get it right? Which albums are ranked too high, too low, or exactly where they belong? We'll break down the entire list, share our picks, and hear what YOU think is the greatest Van Halen LIVE album of all time. Plus, David Lee Ro...

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into one of the biggest Van Halen stories in years! 🔥 "These are finished tracks with Ed and Al." 🔥 That's the bombshell revelation from legendary guitarist and producer Steve Lukather, who finally sheds light on the mysterious project he's been working on with Alex Van Halen. For months, fans have speculated: Is this a new Van...

On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into the growing controversy surrounding Fender’s cease-and-desist campaign targeting Strat-style guitar builders. Fender now says social media has created “misunderstandings” about the scope of their legal actions, while PRS has officially confirmed they were one of the companies contacted over the Silver Sky design. We break down the...

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we're celebrating one of the most legendary moments in rock history — Van Halen's massive headlining performance at the US Festival on May 29, 1983! Over 300,000 fans packed the grounds in San Bernardino, California, for Heavy Metal Day, witnessing a historic lineup that included Mötley Crüe, Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Scorpions, and more. But when Van H...

On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into one of the biggest stories shaking up the guitar world right now: PRS has reportedly been hit with a cease-and-desist letter from Fender as part of Fender’s new legal campaign to protect the Stratocaster design — and now John Mayer’s hugely popular Silver Sky is right in the middle of the controversy. After news broke that Fender...

On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into a major story shaking up the guitar world. Fender is finally speaking out about its controversial cease-and-desist strategy involving Stratocaster-style guitars — and the company says it’s not targeting every double-cutaway guitar after all. Using a detailed Guitar World article, we break down Fender’s legal battle, what the compa...

Some of the greatest guitar players in rock history didn’t actually start out on guitar. This fascinating article from Grunge looks at legendary musicians who became world-famous for their guitar playing — but originally trained on completely different instruments. The feature dives into the early musical beginnings of artists like Carlos Santana, Prince, Eddie Van Halen, Nils Lofgren, and Mick Ma...

It’s pretty rare to still be creating content on a platform after two decades, and I just want to say THANK YOU to everybody who has been part of this journey. To think there's 20 years of my life documented here to look back on is honestly incredible. The videos, livestreams, music, guitars, road trips, laughs, memories, and all the people I’ve met along the way… it’s been an amazing ride. Thank...

🔥 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate the release of one of the biggest albums of the Sammy Hagar era — OU812 by Van Halen, released on this day, May 24, 1988! 🎸 Pronounced “Oh You Ate One Too,” OU812 became the band’s second straight #1 album on the Billboard 200 and helped launch four massive hit singles, including: 🎵 “When It’s Love” 🎵 “Finish What Ya Started” 🎵 “Feels S...

🎸 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we talk about how used the online guitar community and hours of YouTube videos to help him master’s iconic riffs for’s Best Of All Worlds tour. Joe says learning the notes was the easy part — capturing Eddie’s feel, phrasing, and unique fingerings was the real challenge. By studying countless guitar players online, Satriani compared techniques, approach...

🎸 Exclusively Van Halen is your ultimate destination for everything VH! If you live and breathe Van Halen, make sure to like, share, and subscribe to Johnny Beane TV — and join the conversation in the comments! 🤘🔥 On today’s episode, we dive into TWO incredible Van Halen stories! First, David Lee Roth stunned fans at his recent show in Glenside, Pennsylvania with an emotional and hilarious six-...

🎸 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we break down brand-new comments from former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony after his appearance with Eddie Trunk on Trunk Nation, where he revealed he would “definitely” love to be part of a future tribute concert honoring Eddie Van Halen. From possible East Coast and West Coast tribute shows to the idea of legendary guitar players coming together t...

🎸 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we celebrate 40 years of Van Halen’s massive hit “Why Can’t This Be Love”! 🔥 The song skyrocketed to #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became the breakthrough anthem that launched the Van Hagar era into rock history. From Sammy Hagar’s debut with the band to the synth-driven sound that shocked fans worldwide, we dive into why this trac...

🎸 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we read and break down Jason Newsted’s powerful vision for the ultimate Eddie Van Halen tribute concert — and why it STILL hasn’t happened. 🤯 Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted reveals he was personally contacted by Alex Van Halen back in 2021 about plans for a tribute show honoring Eddie. But according to Joe Satriani, the proje...

On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we break down the shocking moment when legendary guitarist Eric Clapton was struck in the chest by an object thrown from the audience during his Madrid concert on May 7th — forcing the show to come to an abrupt stop! What exactly happened? How did the crowd react? And what does this mean for live concerts and artist safety? We’re talking all a...

🎸 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into Alex Van Halen’s shocking new comments about Michael Anthony and Van Halen’s reunion with David Lee Roth! 🤯 Alex says the band DID reach out to Michael Anthony before the 2007 reunion, claiming “we owed him that” because of his importance to Van Halen. But when no response came, Wolfgang Van Halen stepped in — and accord...

On this episode of Talking Guitars, we remember legendary producer Jack Douglas, who has passed away at the age of 80. Throughout his incredible career, Douglas worked with some of rock’s biggest names, including Aerosmith, Cheap Trick, John Lennon, Blue Öyster Cult, Patti Smith, and the New York Dolls. Born in the Bronx, New York, Douglas started out as a folk musician before attending the Instit...

🎸 On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, I’m showing off some awesome guitars I’m currently repairing, rebuilding, modding, and of course jamming on — including a killer Squier Strat project! 🤘🔥 I also picked up a Telecaster body from Guitar Wars in San Jose, California, that I’ll be turning into another cool build right here on the show! 🎸⚡ Plus, I take you guys along to Sant...

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate the birthday of the legendary drummer and co-founder of Alex Van Halen! 🥁🎉 Born Alexander Arthur Van Halen, Alex helped form the original band “Mammoth” with his younger brother Eddie Van Halen in the early 1970s before the group evolved into the world-famous rock band Van Halen alongside Michael Anthony and David Lee Roth. From the explosiv...

🔥 The EVH Wolfgang Special just got a serious upgrade — and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV! The new Wolfgang Special Baked Maple models are here, and they look and sound incredible. Available in Smoked Mesquite, Kandy Green, Caution Yellow, Ivory, and Stealth Black with a sleek baked maple neck and ebony fingerboard, plus a stunning Gloss Bl...

Guitar Center just revealed the most-played guitar riffs customers constantly jam when trying out gear—and it’s probably exactly what you’d expect… with a few surprises. Based on feedback from stores across the country, riffs like Metallica’s “Master of Puppets,” Guns N’ Roses’ “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” and Nirvana classics dominate the list, getting played over and over all day long. Stairway to Hea...

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into a fascinating story from Guitar Player featuring legendary Ritchie Blackmore and his candid thoughts on Eddie Van Halen. Blackmore reflects on his backstage encounters with Eddie, describing him as incredibly gifted—but also surprisingly humble. He recalls Eddie downplaying himself, even saying, “You don’t want to talk to me...

On this episode of Johnny Beane TV, we dive into a killer story from Guitar World—Steve Vai’s incredible Encino home and custom-built studio are officially up for sale! 🤯🎸 We break down the details from the article, then head over to the Sotheby's International Realty listing to get an up-close look at the property—featuring jaw-dropping photos of Vai’s personal recording space, unique design to...

On this electrifying episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive deep into the brand-new Van Halen (Genesis Publications book by Alex Van Halen) from Alex Van Halen—and the early previews are blowing fans away! We’re talking rare family photos from the 1960s, behind-the-scenes stories, and some seriously cool collector’s items—including replica 1984-era Van Halen guitar picks and a mystery 45 vinyl...

Released April 29, 1981, Van Halen’s Fair Warning wasn’t their biggest commercial album—but it became one of their most respected, influential, and cult-favorite records in rock history. Dark, gritty, and aggressive, this fourth studio album captured Van Halen at their rawest and most intense, with Eddie Van Halen pushing guitar innovation even further. 🎸 While Fair Warning peaked at #5 on the Bi...