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[Eternal Guitar Hero] Van Halen’s Classic and Popular Songs

Live Spot LugHirata Hiroyasu
I’m Hiroyasu Hirata from Live Spot RAG. When I was 15, I was blown away by how cool music—especially rock—was, and I started playing guitar and formed a band. I’m from Kochi Prefecture, where there weren’t many live houses or concert venues, so there were few opportunities to experience live music. Back then, our sources of information were magazines, CDs, and even VHS tapes (!?). Still, I was captivated by the sparkle of music, and I spent my days enjoying guitar and music, mostly neglecting my studies. I moved to Kyoto for university and “graduated” from the light music club, so to speak (laugh). Until then, I mainly listened to Japanese rock and Western hard rock, but thanks to seniors and peers I learned there was so much more music in the world. Now I listen to anything that strikes me as good, regardless of genre. After graduating, I joined RAG. After about six years in the office and about ten years in the music studio, I now work at the long-established Live Spot RAG, which has been around for 39 years, mainly handling promotions. Being exposed to the “real music” performed by Japan’s top musicians and delivering it to our audience lets me feel the brilliance of music anew every day. I still play guitar and keep a band going casually, and in recent years I’ve even started singing—better late than never. I’ve fully become an old guy by now, but I hope we can continue to chase “what lies beyond the dreams I painted with music back then” together.

Van Halen, the American hard rock band whose name shines brilliantly in the history of rock worldwide.

Their Dutch band name comes from the surname of the brothers: Alex on drums and Edward on guitar.

Since their 1978 debut, despite several lineup changes, they have rewritten rock history with high-quality songs and outstanding performances.

Among them, guitarist Edward—better known as “Eddie”—was a charismatic figure who repeatedly created innovative playing styles, influencing countless guitarists not only in the rock world but beyond.

The great guitarist “Eddie,” often mentioned alongside the guitar god Jimi Hendrix, passed away on October 7, 2020.

As we pray for his repose, let us look back on Van Halen’s many classics, focusing on tracks that feature Eddie’s captivating guitar.

[Eternal Guitar Hero] Van Halen’s Greatest and Most Popular Songs (31–40)

She’s The WomanVan Halen

Van Halen – She’s The Woman

She's The WomanVan Halen

The energetic guitar riff in the intro and the shouts interspersed between it leave a strong impression.

It’s included on the 2012 album “A Different Kind of Truth.” The brisk rhythm is easy to groove to and has a charm that makes you want to listen again and again.

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Can’t Stop Lovin’ YouVan Halen

Van Halen – Can’t Stop Lovin’ You

Can’t Stop Lovin’ YouVan Halen

Van Halen is a hard rock band from the United States, famous for Eddie Van Halen’s signature tapping technique.

“Can’t Stop Lovin’ You,” featured on their 1995 album, is a punchy track with a refreshing, powerful sound and a groove so good it makes you instinctively start keeping the beat.

The vocals feel like a heartfelt cry of love from deep within, moving and empowering in equal measure.

Put it on in a festive setting and it might just brighten the whole atmosphere.

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Ice Cream ManVan Halen

Van Halen – Van Halen – Ice Cream Man

Ice Cream ManVan Halen

This song was originally written and recorded by Chicago blues musician John Brim.

Included on Van Halen’s debut album as a cover in tribute to the blues, it has become one of David Lee Roth’s favorite songs.

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Can’t Stop Loving YouVan Halen

Van Halen – Can’t Stop Lovin’ You

Can’t Stop Loving YouVan Halen

They’re a hugely popular veteran American hard rock band.

At first glance, many might wonder whether men of their age can really sing pure love songs.

But once you read the translated lyric booklet, you’ll surely change your mind.

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Hot For The TeacherVan Halen

Van Halen – Hot For Teacher (Official Music Video)

Hot For The TeacherVan Halen

“Hot for Teacher” is a track included on Van Halen’s smash-hit album 1984.

The album also features “Jump,” one of the defining songs of the 1980s, and capturing the band’s momentum from that era, Eddie Van Halen’s blisteringly fast guitar work explodes on this track as well.

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