Howard and the Stern Show Pay Tribute to Eddie Van Halen

[@pinehawk9600]

Eddie didn't play guitar.. He WAS the guitar. RIP King Edward

[@zwaqster]

My heart is broken forever. I am crying crying crying.

[@laurieanderson2502]

I hear you.

[@barbaravyse660]

It really hits hard when one of your favorite rock stars passes away - especially too soon. Makes you think of your own mortality.

[@MM1717mm]

Barbara Vyse it’s definitely a mindfuck 😞 eddie rules

[@Thatguy55595]

Yup makes me not want to smoke that shit will kill you my grandma died from smoking too

[@teaatral_klem9143]

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[@user-mm4xh6im4n]

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[@Joey-rr4gg]

Rip pop smoke 💫💫

[@danadesjardins3002]

Steve, you ain't no slouch on that axe! MUCH impressed... WOW! Well done! Thanks Howard! Six days since Eddie left us to electrify the heavens and my eyes still well up when reading things or listening to certain pieces. Godspeed Rockstar!

[@MisfitsFiendClub138]

Howard did a magnificent tribute to Eddie. Talking about the enormous, once in a lifetime talent that is gone and can never be replaced. Thank you Howard for paying the ultimate compliments to a true music legend

[@jimmysapien9961]

I agree

[@garywilson4854]

Howard done an excellent job of telling the world how great Eddie was and there will never be one that will even come close to the brilliance of EVH..

[@truefear6080]

A True Legend That Will Never Be Forgotten. Rest Easy EVH.

[@atua9969]

Who?

[@josephkelley8641]

awesome comment.

[@Davidjon1946]

Breaks my heart man. 2020 has been the worst year and I think it's responsible for the demise of the best guitar player ever Edward Van Halen couldn't or wouldn't do it events broke his spirit that was the medicine that cure his cancer in the keep him going was doing public events now it's all been taken away and so has the best guitar player to ever pick up

[@scottm8845]

Amen !!

[@johnadams8127]

omg exposed... kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGLdkmqDh8aobrs so sad and heartbreaking...💔

[@mellowdramatic33]

His music fueled every single spring break/summer of my youth. From “1984” all the way through “For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge”. I always knew this day would come. It was still a surprise gut punch hearing the news. Never cried for any other others who recently passed. I was sad for the others but when I heard the news about EVH it stopped me in my tracks. In my garage waxing my car I sat down and shed some tears. I then cued up Van Halen’s first album and just let it play. Volume up as loud as my poor speakers could handle. Thank you Eddie. For fueling my adolescent years with your music. I grew up in the best generation ever and got to experience all of your music as it was released. Hung your pictures from Hit Parader on my walls/school locker and mastered the air guitar. Never looked at my hot teachers the same either. You will be missed but your legacy will live on through countless future generations listening to your music.

[@redkinsley4251]

Wait. So Steve does great impressions and he can play guitar!! This dude is crazy talented.

[@rickm1522]

"I wanted to look like him, I wanted to play like him. What he was doing I wanted to do". I can identity so much Howard. Since Toronto 82. The King Of Ten Fingers And Six Strings

[@MikeG82]

"when it's love" is the most beautiful song i've ever heard, it never gets old

[@JoeR203]

When a star dies, it's light continues to shine on and on, for millennia. Eddie Van Halen died in October 2020. But the lives of those he's touched will continue to be brightened by his light. Forever, and ever.

[@wcm5636]

What always struck me was that smile he had when he played. He truly loved to play. A great combination of talent and passion.

[@aprilsheller4962]

My heart is broken! There will NEVER be another such as Edward VH. My prayers go out to Wolfgang! What a loss!

[@TubeSolePursuit]

Nowicki really delivered here! 🤟

[@hookipaboy3412]

The music of Van Halen was a huge part of the soundtrack to my life as a teenager growing up in Hawaii🤙🏽

[@paulkwauk3285]

"When Eddie Van Halen came on the scene, I'd never heard guitar-playing like that. You knew something superior was happening." Very well said, Howard Stern. Direct to the point. And you're also right that he's gone now. Yet his name and music will live on. Believe it.

[@jimmysapien9961]

Howard - SAID IT Right !!!!!!! Thanks Howard ! Truly a Human Being... 🙏

[@spinblackcircles]

Dude that guy with the guitar actually did an amazing job quickly and simply explaining why EVH is so revered and unique. Awesome video

[@SaS-Music]

When a guitarist can play like Eddie did and doesn't need to hide sloppy playing behind layers of FX and distortion, you know he's good! RIP, EVH

[@steveg6035]

Indeed. Eddie could have picked up a broomstick with some yarn strung to it and made it fucking sing....

[@joehicks6765]

So true so true!!!

[@jimmysapien9961]

A true innovator - God Gifted . Prayers to the Family .

[@williammolina9792]

Eddie a true innovator, genius and legend. RIP

[@CL8ON6]

The perfect blend of technical ability and songwriting prowess.

[@your_huge_ego_bores_me]

Eddie's genius wasn't so much the technique as it was using the technique in actual good pieces of music. He had all the techniques, sure, but it was the grooves he used them in that makes him unforgettable.

[@MM1717mm]

unchained 🎸🎸🎸 !!!

[@SanAntonioRosie]

Mr. Stern... I always admire your passion for music. Thanks for all you do for the music community. 🤘🏽 You rock too!

[@zerkzy842]

‘He was a magical technician with a soulful primal musical instinct’ - Ted Nugent

[@annic7995]

I loved his vibe! His smile! His guitar playing! He was this bright light of life is now gone. He even made the guitar talk!

[@jasong546]

My first real rock concert was the first tour with Hagar, and BTO. When we walked in and I saw the light rig and the drum kit the hair stood up. Pretty impressive for your first big show. Eddie’s pick hitting the strings was so percussive and the music is so loud I had to cover my 7th grade ears sing along along at the top of my lungs. Love you Edward RIP

[@SanAntonioRosie]

I live my life like there's no tomorrow... Thank you EVH. Even though you're not in this world anymore somehow you still make me smile. 😘

[@dominysynclair]

When Eddie left, a little bit of every Gen X kid went with him.

[@yankeeladee02]

BEST post!!!! So very true. 💔😔🕯🥀🕊🦋🌈👼🏻

[@user-mm4je1sb9b]

You got that right my friend. God Bless Van Halen! Miss you already Eddie.

[@jeffcochran2195]

Amen my friend! Rest easy Eddie

[@brianwood7237]

Fasho bro ✌♥️🤘🙏😢

[@THEmaggspie]

truth

[@chiefjayhox]

Had the pleasure of seeing Van Halen live 3 times...first time was the 1984 tour at Kemper Arena Kansas City. I have to say he was the greatest I ever saw live...thanks Eddie, I'll miss you

[@jackterra4352]

My heart was sad & heavy upon Neil Peart's passing, now E.V.H.. They both left us with great music and memories. R.I.P. to both of these great musicians.

[@randydogs61]

1978, hearing unearthly sounds from a cassette tape, and after that it was never the same. Thanks Howard and Robin, you did a good thing here.

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

7:20 I remember when Ed gave Howard that guitar. The Van Halen 3 lineup was in the studio. Howard was interviewing the band and Ed just got up and grabbed that guitar and signed it for Howard and gave it to him. Ed, you will never be forgotten.

[@quickdrawmcgraw4110]

Thank you Eddie, for everything. From the kid who played air guitar to Beat It in the 1980s in his local supermarket car park in Surrey, England - all the while looking like he was having an epileptic fit. Rest in Peace.

[@Viele411]

Eddies music changed my life as a teen. The mans music had a huge part to play in my favorite memories. This is sad.

[@Alfablue227]

💓 broken. Saw VH in Bozeman, MT and Eddie was amazing. I witnessed his magic from row 7. They were all great, but Eddie was something else. His brother is an amazing drummer, and Sammie, what can u not like about him!? Rock the angels Edward, then pls RIP.

[@cherylloman7859]

I don’t like Sammy - never have never will - I think the music sucked with him - lost that hard fun swaggering energy Diamond Dave brought - it became safe & boring - no comparison whatsoever!

[@hen263]

Dude smoked three packs a day and died of throat/mouth cancer. Absolute shame. RIP Eddie.

[@gaagsl]

Just imagine the 80s without that sound. All hair bands were just trying to catch up with Van halen

[@GearZenChannel]

Van Halen was not hair metal. Comparing VH to the likes of Poison is an insult.

[@christophermay4998]

No Eddy.........no Joe Satriani.......no Steve Vai.........Eddy inspired many many players.........he created his own sound like many others did before him

[@jp3813]

@@GearZenChannel It ain't a comparison. Hair bands did try to imitate him.

[@joetarlos]

@@GearZenChannel I agree they were saying that VH was a hair metal band on Good Morning America and I didn't agree with that...

[@bossHogOG]

Gear Zen reading who you arguing with? Reading comprehension is not your strength.

[@TheMelody911]

Love you Howard for your big big tribute and nice humble words for Eddies friends, fans and family!

[@wanderdworld]

Thank you for ALL THE AMAZING memories. RIP KING EDWARD

[@joshuac9996]

That was exceptionally well produced. The new gold standard tribute. RIP EVH.

[@MM1717mm]

Joshua C ?? really ? gold standard ?? he said nothing about eddie’s songwriting and what a great father he was to wolfie 🙄

[@iggyfritz7150]

Great insight to some Of the innovations that Eddie Created. He also Was a fantastic keyboard player and a very friendly humble Man. I don't believe we will ever see a Man with so many talents that Eddie was gifted. I,m going to go cry some more. 😞

[@bettyannsmith5267]

Brilliant guitarist 🎸 Rest in Paradise....EVH is still rocking above! ❤🤙

[@Sinnerswing]

The greatest. Loved you King Edward.

[@dougsiple8908]

I heard vh the first time in 1979 as a kid listening to my older neighbor's 8 tracks. I was immediately hooked. I haven't missed a concert since 1984 in Pittsburgh. I am devastated that I will never get to see that kind of magic on stage again. Much love and prayers to the vh family. He was truely the g.o.a.t!!!

[@pewterpirate4560]

Literally broke the mold after Eddie 💔

[@MM1717mm]

45 pewterpirate there was no mold .. he was a gift from the aliens 👽🎸

[@christopheryasus3666]

My friends dad NYPD who moonlights as security at MSG got me and his sons tixx2 1984 tour. I was in 5th grade & saw V.H. w Dave. Show was incredible & loudest of all my 125+ concerts in my life. Bless you Eddie made my life happier

[@shredhed572]

I agree. There will never be another one like him. 💔

[@FEAROWNAGE]

R.I.P Eddie No one will ever replace your sound!

[@leticiarobles8646]

I saw Van Halen years ago & his son was so young & he killed it on stage like his dynamic father.

[@garyjskadra1180]

Eddie was a genius and there will never be another like him 🎸 His music, much like Hendrix will live on forever. I will jam Van Halen until my dying day!!! Rock on Eddie!!!

[@billyjoechambers8494]

My favorite guitarist played my favorite guitar, when I was 17 I painted my bedroom wall in the same design. From Running with the Devil I was in . I am devastated , crying but grateful I got to see him in his prime . If you were a teenager in the late 70's and 80's you know we had the best music . Southern California rocked the world and Van Halen were on top of top of totem pole . Rest in Peace Eddie My hero

[@kevinb7365]

King Eddie Van Halen forever! G.O.A.T

[@uniquestringsthings]

Eddie Van Halen one of the Greatest guitar players ever. Thankyou for your contribution to music history and providing the soundtrack for my life and millions more. You will be Greatly Missed

[@dobermandude2522]

Thank you Eddie, you will still live forever!

[@bryonscheffel7780]

He was amazing! The dude played a guitar with a drill!!!!

[@PulpVision]

I Was never into VH, but Jump was a banger and another memento of my childhood during the 80's. Rest In Power Eddie.

[@lupesigman8664]

I am absolutely heartbroken - please convince Sammy, David, Michael, Alex and Wolfgang to do a tribute to Eddie, please !

[@joelrivardguitar]

Aside from the tapping, harmonics and echo pedal his riff/songwriting was amazing, his tone was new and innovative, his rythm guitar parts were groundbreaking, his sense of melody was excellent, his overall creativity was off the chart and his looks, attitude and stage presence was at the highest level. There will never be anyone like him. I woke up today devastated at the thought that he was gone. This effected me more than I would have thought.

[@pablocruise678]

WOW... that kid is awesome!!!

[@robyg7037]

Wonderful tribute ! May you soar in heaven with rocking angels ! God bless your kind soul Eddie !

[@halredlus4614]

Really cool set of interviews with Eddie, David, and Alex, where they discussed their time together and on the road, they were laughing and getting along, and reminiscing what only these three will ever understand about what it was to be part of that time. (Anthony was not part of the series)... it's on youtube, definitely look for it... amazing.

[@sotnec1596]

THE GREATEST guitarist that has ever lived, THE GREATEST!

[@rayjimray81]

AMAZING MAN WHO GAVE US SO MUCH JOY WITH HIS MUSIC!!! THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR AMAZING SONGS!!! RIP sweet man!!!

[@stgraves260]

Man I’m gonna miss him so much!!!

[@mindeloman]

Sammy had been saying for a few years, with so many notable names in the music business dying, he didn't want he and eddie to end the way they were at the time. In the end, he died and they were friends. So nothing else need be said about any prior conflict. He died and they were friends.

[@jimmysapien9961]

I agree

[@psychedelicfright85]

Maybe people will stop comparing singers now too. It's all amazing music. We all know that Sammy kicks ass.

[@ninamc6116]

There will never be anyone like EVH. He played like a wizard & was an inventor to boot. There are other guitar legends but he was in his own world. I’ll never forget seeing him live in 1981. I feel so fortunate! RIP Eddie. See you up there.

[@jacobsoldat6674]

Hearing that Ed and Sammy were communicating and made amends makes my heart so happy for them both! Even more so now that Ed’s gone.

[@patriceriedel2181]

His playing was living breathing awesomeness....Great show Howard ❤💕

[@ralphalvarez5465]

I remember the summer in 1977, I discovered the music of Van Halen and The Cars. That music is so wrapped around moments throughout my life. There was always talk of who the greatest guitar player was...it always came down to Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix and Eddie Van Halen. My vote was always for Eddie and will always be. I saw him in Louisville, Ky for the 1984 Tour concert.. David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen were incredible. I am so glad that I went to that concert ... Eddie, you are missed and loved.. we will never forget you..

[@marcomachicitte3299]

Howard the official name of his homemade guitar is "Frankenstrat" which is a Frankenstein Stratocaster, meaning like you said, put together from parts of other guitars

[@gearjunkie3412]

That's what they said the kid playing guitar did.

[@patl9404]

What an amazing job doing this video,when you said where does all this talent go,tears were running down my face, I seen Eddie 2007 MGM VEGAS.,one of my best nights,thank you Howard.

[@brandonpate9258]

ThaT was great man, everybody knows how big of a legend Eddie was and will always be, he reinvented The guitar a 1000 Times over, all of us who play guitars wish we could have just a little of The magic he had, such an extraordinary musician and he will be missed by millions, he really might be The best ThaT ever was!!!

[@CBKillas]

Will forever influence music. Absolutely legendary. Pirate radio will hail the king forever.

[@joehicks6765]

A sad day for rock. The passing of Eddie Van Halen is a big shock for us. Cancer has taken yet another of our citizens. I have lost a lifelong friend and a brother to the cruel disease so I know the feeling of the loss. My heart goes out to all of Eddie's family and friends. God bless them and Eddie and may he rest in peace. I know he's up there now and playing with all the former lost musicians. God bless them ALL and may they all rest in peace together.

[@ChicagoBeaver]

I saw Van Halen with Black Sabbath back in 79 or 80 at the International Ampitheatre, Chicago.

[@anthonyromano8565]

I will miss Eddie. Definitely influenced my life.

[@davescuderi3494]

He was the best ever. Hands down.

[@scottmcalister6020]

Everything momentarily stopped when my son told me that Eddie had passed. I sat down and had to confirm it for myself. Horrible news. I can remember my friends and I discovering the debut album when we were in junior high. We did not know what to make of it ( we had never heard a guitar sound like that) but we knew we liked it. We were hooked from day one. I saw VH many times and was fortunate enough to have 8th row floors center stage for one show. I watched Eddie all night. HIs passing really hurts. I'm trying to embrace what was said on Sirius yesterday - don't be sad that he's gone. be glad he was here. Condolences to his family, friends, band mates, and all of the fans.

[@davidnelson1129]

Howard that talent influences millions of musicians not just Guitarists for years to come!

[@layoung.]

So many wonderful folks coming out to pay tribute to this legendary guitar hero sweetheart Eddie Van Halen. Every story with its own personal message and meaningful moment. How truly loved this man was. . Feel blessed just to have heard his music.. 🙏

[@robertpage815]

The only person who could say he was an equal to hendrix

[@knightfall9394]

@Kevin Kelly fuck off with your no soul bullshit because ed had tremendous feel and played with loads of soul. He wasnt a mindless shredder playing bullshit like the legions of guys who copied and tried to imitate him.

[@fastpony8127]

@Kevin Kelly Tbh, SRV had it all.

[@GTUF]

Better

[@lowbodyfat6707]

@Kevin Kelly LOL!!! Edddie playing shits on hendrix... all he was was a bunch of wa wa peddles.... Hendrix is the most over rated player ever I bet you think Lebron is better than Jordan as well.... zero contest

[@Igornopolis]

@Kevin Kelly I would not agree with that. Both cats were badass.. Soulful and in love with the craft and music.

[@krisone5253]

EDDIE'S TALENT HAS GONE TO HEAVEN 🙏✝️

[@MM1717mm]

no howie - that wasnt a “fitting tribute” .. you’d have to do at least another 2 hours on Eddie to make it so ... but your boy there makes some cool noise

[@beatlesfantoo]

This has to be edited because I listened to it live and it was around 2 hrs.

[@yourallbrainwashed]

Just curious if you're doing a 2 hour tribute?

[@DavidBranco75]

I was 9. My older brother gave me the LP «1984» and he said «You always ruin my LP's so I bought two: one for me and one for you. Take care of it and enjoy Eddie's solo's. Remember: it's the only one you gonna have, cherish it.» I played that LP so many times i lost count. I was 9!!! That music, those solos grew up with me. When «5150» came out i ask my dad (God rest his soul) if he could buy the LP so I could offer it to my brother. He did. I tapped the album for me and gave the LP to my brother. He saw the tape in my hand and said «Keep the album. I'll take the tape so i can listen to it in my car.» He made my day. Thanks to my brother Eddie's melody's were a part of my pre-teen years. When he went a little bit of that young David went with him. Thank you, Eddie. You will always live in your music and our hearts. And i bet everyone who likes you have a mental photograph of your smile. Rock in Peace, my dear friend and go and say "Hi" to my dad. Bless you.

[@JustinTNAWWEGuy]

R.I.P Eddie what a guitar player what a loss

[@debragarner4884]

Prays for all his fans especially family! THE MEMBER OF VAN HALEN! Rocker, 4ever!

[@carlav8357]

My childhood is slowing passing away. Guitar 🎸 King RIP Eddie!!

[@nwad3322]

I am not a music lover but always loved His Joy!

[@MoviegeekDutch]

Edvard Lodewijk van Halen is de beste💪🏻 🇳🇱 🎸 🎶 Het ga je goed gozer 🌷

[@manueldasilva8794]

This guy that is talking about the guitar really knows how to play really well so is the style that Eddie had will probably never be replicated but like you said we have his recordings be thankful for that

[@lindysueroutt6680]

My Heart is hurting for the Band, Families and Millions of Fans. I can't hold back the tears. Rest in Heaven with your Dad and the most guitar and piano music possible. Lots of Love!💝💖💝💖💝💖💝💖💝

[@leongroot2528]

Amazing tribute mr Stern. Thank you

[@healthyjaime42]

I think you just did the best tribute and memories of Eddie I agree with you 100%. His sound was a futuristic for his time. He was a genius. And you deserve that guitar and Eddie signing that . He recognized that also mans like you aren't too many . Thank you

[@doca8792]

He was the GOAT. There will never be another.

[@scotturban4580]

Funny thing is Alex started out playing guitar and eddie playing drums as kids.

[@angelieavenie5741]

What a great tribute for EVH. You're so lucky to have met him and own a part of his guitar collection, and signed too!

[@nickx1754]

I’m so glad Eddie and Sammy were back on good terms before Eddie’s passing.

[@marygencon8115]

PROPS TO U HOWARD!! RIP EVH💔 Forever in our ❤'s!!

[@hanson2205]

Howard is right ..... that talent will not be replaced

[@roaddoggypsy]

Respects to you Howard, Great tribute to indeed One of Rock'n Rolls greatest gifts to music and the incredibly talent of such as, Mr.Eddie Van Halen. He will indeed be missed, I remeber when they first hit the air and followed tgem ever since and seen them Roth before the split, with Sammy too, Eddie was and is a mind blowing creator of music. Also to his Brother, Alex Van Halen, my drumming idol. He won't be the same without eddie and vise versa... damn damn shame. Heart goes out to anyone affected, Especially family friends.... My he rest at peace.

[@Sarge62436]

Thanks for the tribute - well done!