Pro Shot Eddie Van Halen and Sammy Hagar at the Bridge School Benefit

Newly surfaced professionally shot footage of Neil Young's 1993 Bridge School Benefit concert has surfaced via the website Wolfgang's Vault. The video clip consists of Eddie Van Halen playing "Spanish Fly" and then Eddie and Sammy Hagar performing "Best Of Both Worlds."

[@DanielC__]

Sammy was 45 years old here. Hard to believe how good he sounds at 45 and still to this day. Has always blown away Dave vocally. Of course Eddie was virtuoso at any age. RIP

[@markinwa5884]

Eddie had some dark days in the 2000's, versus his own high standards. But I'm still amazed how he was at the peak of his performance skills in 2015, even if his peak creativity peak had long since passed. Certainly the consumed substances factor in - help creativity, hurt performance.

[@sturay7842]

Hard to believe he's in his 70's now

[@michaelsimpson5495]

Sammy still rocking in his 70’s.

[@sturay7842]

@@markinwa5884 Agreed

[@jacsig]

@@markinwa5884 Yes I have seen some of the 2015 concert footage and 60 year old Eddie is just shredding like a beast!

[@trevorvogler4661]

Still can't believe it, such a great loss

[@themayor6836]

Sammy voice is stellar!!!

[@jacsig]

Not when he's badmouthing Eddie Van Halen like he did last week.

[@themayor6836]

@@jacsig That's a separate issue. The topic is Sammy's amazing voice. I'm not into high school girl "badmouthing"

[@jacsig]

@@themayor6836 It is an issue becuz if Sammy runs his mouth and makes Alex and Wolf mad, you can forget any chance of a tribute tour.

[@brucegehlen1243]

Sammie has been singing like that since his days with montrose.a solo project, chicken foot,he's amazing I'm a singer, guitarist, lead vocalist, front man.just an amazing guy.godbless you always Sammy, your my inspiration.you rock!

[@gigitonsvajv]

@@jacsig what’s he been saying? I haven’t heard anything.

[@yd6492]

My gosh ... Neither of them needs an amp ... Pure heaven. We miss you Eddie.

[@jondunmore4268]

Whilst both of them are using amplified speakers...

[@alexsherel3344]

@@jondunmore4268some don’t get it,there’s no “brown sound”

[@adrianohirata]

Awesomeness! Rock n Roll will never be the same without EVH. Ps: a FU to the six individuals who gave this video thumbs down

[@DanielC__]

It's 8 idiots now. Fucking morons

[@ROCKONMKEWAUK]

The 10 are probably tone deaf DLR lunatics.

[@ivonnesandoval2199]

👋👋👋👋😃😃😃

[@gigitonsvajv]

The people who gave it a thumbs down are probably Jimi Hendrix fans. Dummies. Hendrix is overrated.

[@jacsig]

@@gigitonsvajv Agreed.

[@HillcrestGames]

This is the clearest example I've seen of how heavy handed Eddie's picking and fretting is. This is a crucial aspect to his sound.

[@user-qr7ee2cp4y]

So much is in the hands... in the "touch". Many learn the notes but not the "touch".

[@rick3747]

RIP Edward and thank you for giving me inspiration since I was 12 in 1978. ❤

[@josearriola3087]

Well said

[@DougCanney1]

Me too, exactly.

[@tassobear]

same here but austria

[@SquirrelTheater]

I was 12 in 1978 as well. 👍🏻😎

[@edkramer65]

My goodness this guy was the master of guitar. He was the reason I picked up the guitar in the first place. So easily he played it & made you feel like you were part of the song along with his playing. R.I.P Eddie

[@CLW12]

The Magic Pair. Never before. Never again.

[@bobbailey5072]

The kiss at the end says it all. Brothers Forever.

[@wanderdworld]

Still hurts. Van Halen was such a huge part of my life. I stayed hunched over a guitar my whole life and still cant do Ed worth a shit. With Extreme sadness, Blessings to the Family. RIP KING EDWARD

[@luvvinlovelock7254]

But I but Eddie's proud no matter how you did it you just stuck with it proud of your boy

[@calebproductions5970]

Evh is a character not a real person

[@quantumxfluxmd6821]

Legends never die man

[@mindeloman]

He's playing straight through the amp with no effects and still sounds like EVH.

[@morbidmanmusic]

It's s guitar,.. with effect, reverb.. actually, what did you expect him to sound like?

[@jasonkeith9317]

Legend.

[@davidsteinberg2120]

I will say even though it's a totally different style and I know Eddie respected David gilmour man but when I first learned 15 years ago that the famous solo from another brick in the Wall was actually played first of all on a Les paul, and then straight through the mixing board in the studio with no amplifier whatsoever and we all associate Gilmore with the strat so many of us thought he played that solo on a strat for several decades and when you listen to it again it's like whoa but in any case both of these guys are so pure as artists and musicians that even though they settled with certain guitars and pickups and amplifiers they would sound like themselves even on a discount acoustic guitar from the thrift store

[@roddodd1001]

thrifty is as thrifty does

[@BoltRM]

Playing a Parker Fly guitar considered among the better designed guitars with a lot of innovations.

[@Edward-bi8mk]

Really cool to see Ed playing a stripped down guitar. Put a shoe string on a stick and he'd make it sound great. Blessed to see him and Sam jam like this!! 😇😇

[@bobowrathsovine.]

That's a Parker Fly guitar before they were even on the market I believe. They're one of the most advanced electric guitars ever, so advanced it can sound just like an acoustic

[@davidrichter9164]

bobowrath; thanks. I was wondering what kind of guitar that was. Pretty cool.

[@roberteltze4850]

@@bobowrathsovine. The acoustic sound is because the Parker has piezo pickups along with the magnetic ones. It was a groundbreaking feature at the time but a bit more common now.

[@bobowrathsovine.]

@@roberteltze4850 I tried one out in a store in 1994 but didn't like it because it had no fret markers. I wasn't a very good player back then to not have them.

[@roberteltze4850]

@@bobowrathsovine. They have markers on the side of the fretboard. I don't even notice the absence on the front. Only time it was an issue was when I was taking lessons and my instructor couldn't tell where I was

[@martinhonan9588]

Amazing rendition. Miss you EVH Mozart of my generation.

[@beaveittoleaver2327]

This is INCREDIBLE. True professionals here folks, UNREAL...

[@devinw5150]

First time I’ve ever actually seen Ed playing a Parker Fly! 😮

[@josephsolomon8623]

Sammy always gives Eddie a kiss they got along so good in the beginning I know Eddie's hard to get along with Sammy really loved Eddie he said it all the time he still says it to this day even though it is gone forever thank God we have their music rest in peace Eddie Sammy you rock brother

[@leonskum.5682]

"Tune in to what this place has got to offer.... " My favourite Sammy lyrics.

[@betterdays4964]

Two of the best at the top of their game! Red Rocker and Eddie Vanhalen will never disappoint! RIP Eddie 🙏

[@lakeliving2013]

The Masters. And I'm not talking about golf. ⚡🎸

[@sturay7842]

And thank God they're not wearing those hideous Green Jackets

[@lakeliving2013]

@@sturay7842 😊

[@davidsteinberg2120]

Those guys out on the putting green could only dream of having this level of freedom and creativity and performance even though I respect that they play a sport and make money but this is a whole another thing man

[@bonehead2768]

Eddie is, I don't think there's anyone else out there in HIS league. R. I. P. EVH #1 FOREVER.

[@duckydrummer6331]

Ed is really tearing up that guitar on Best of Both Worlds. Love those in between verse noodles.

[@andylaw4988]

Plugged straight in with ZERO EFFECTS, EDWARD still destroys anyone else DARING to even pick a guitar up!! What's even.more amazing is the fact that Edward totally sounds like EDWARD!! Proving that TONE indeed does come from the players hands and nothing else

[@roberteltze4850]

He's using the piezo pickups on a Parker Fly, they sound best without effects except maybe a bit of reverb.

[@miggov66]

Sooo much talent in this video. EVH tone is amazing and Sammy voice!!!

[@ssdtrain1]

Eddie Van Halen,, the only guy that can smoke on school grounds without being suspended.. >:}

[@gigitonsvajv]

😂😂

[@sunnytaufiq07]

A True Legend Edward Van Halen Rest In Peace...

[@markburns7065]

I love him playing it without distortion

[@billdee814]

Musical excellence from two masters of Rock Music. Very few artists are this brave to play without affects or a full stage of other entertainment. It speaks volumes and we won't see much of this in the future of music.

[@bak-mariterry9143]

True .

[@dallasbiggz7007]

amen

[@adrianlopez2215]

The bravery

[@EwoldtR]

Ed’s rhythm playing was freaking awesome

[@josephsolomon8623]

Eddie and Sammy were really great together showing respect for each other by giving each other a kiss on the cheek awesome I know they had differences but together they are great we all know Eddie's awesome great on his own so is Sammy but if they just could have stayed together and got over there differences it would have been incredible rest in peace that he love you miss the hell out of you

[@brucetydd7300]

Every time I find a new video of Edward playing guitar I feel sad that I will never hear anything new by evh again but it makes me happy and I find new videos thank you very much to the person who put this up if you find more please post I am 66 years old I grew up with Van Halen they've been my favorite band my whole life I was devastated to hear that he died thank you again

[@michaelhotz7118]

This is golden, how does this not have millions of views and like. I really enjoyed, thank you.

[@in2livinit]

So cool to see them both play clean through their amp, mic'd to the house PA. Heartbreaking that Eddie didnt get to have the kitchen sink reunion he hoped for. RIP ELVH 🎸🎶

[@blackrockdude1]

This is pure Van Halen. Ed & Sammy in happier times & days. "Spanish Fly" on a Parker Fly guitar & "Best Of Both Worlds". It brings tears to my eyes when I see that happiness & to know that it might never happen again make me undeniably sad.

[@roberteltze4850]

Too bad he didn't have one of Parkers Spanish Fly models. They were made for nylon strings and only had piezo pickups, no magnetic pickups. But I don't think that model was made at the time.

[@bgandjsco1]

Eddies playing is just insanely great.

[@brandonhutch]

A Parker Fly?!? I mean, I knew he had fooled around with them before but I've never seen him play one - most certainly have never seen this before. Thanks Voo!

[@jasonrackawack9369]

I thought the same thing, good call on the Parker I thought it was a Hammer at first, It us so odd to see Eddie play one lol, those guitars have the style like something you would see the tonight show band guitarist use in the 90s, it just needs to be purple and teal.

[@garlandnoble7568]

Also played a steinberger parker fly was used on this tour only

[@bobf.5538]

Could do without the camera effects...Sammy singing is phenomenal and Eddie is always amazing

[@Per.Norberg]

The only guy here who needed effects to cover up his lack of talent :P

[@MarkTurner-vs7uc]

He is such a great singer

[@ryanwyatt2611]

As a fan, you'd have never got this from Dave and Eddie. pure magic.

[@ronredden4550]

Didn’t know Eddie ever played a Parker Fly. Cool video!

[@deanwitt7903]

I’m just greatfull EVH came and gave what he did in my life time . Immortal!

[@johnstrausbaugh6718]

R. I. P. King Edward. Another Great Moment In Time From You !!!!🤘

[@blak1lyte]

Eddie on a PARKER! I'm keeping mine forever...2002 Parker nite fly natural.... AWESOME GUITAR!

[@dusty3913]

I LOVE the DLR years, but seriously...can anyone see Dave comin out like that and doing such a high quality vocal.

[@chrisrainey3588]

Yeah good luck with that!!

[@pedrolebron3890]

That’s to much for DLV😂😂

[@charleskandrut7022]

Nope!

[@steverherb]

Sammy is a pro. I still groove to Montrose I and Paper Money

[@daddymidwest4111]

Two completely different animals

[@ScottMichael82]

I could sit and listen to Eddie Van Halen play guitar all day!!

[@jeffpatton6358]

To live at the same time as these guys was a gift from god

[@MLCOverland]

Funny to see that cig hanging from the guitar with the ultimate result. One of the greats....even in absence.

[@ronaldmcgowan3697]

Not funny man he couldn't put those cancer sticks down

[@mikes51501]

In Sammy’s book he said they had done a few lines in the trailer, lol. You can tell Sammy is a little geaked because he keeps licking his lips, lol. Hilarious

[@marknocera7212]

Come on man!!! Is there anybody better than Eddie . No F*cling way!!!!! God rest your soul my friend. 🎸

[@MrFitzgerald58]

Sammy sounds brilliant!!

[@DelPellezin]

omg, I love this, two of my favourite musicians of all time right here, RIP Eddie, we miss you

[@mikekopmanis2099]

Fabulous! These guys were great! Love to watch Eddie play.

[@darcyfath9175]

What a great video they both sound awesome .Edward can play great no matter what he uses and they really were good together and just such talent. What a great video of Sammy and Edward.

[@beverlysmith6539]

It's 2024 and still missing you Eddie!🎸🎵🎶❤

[@louisbisignano4340]

Virtuoso, Musician, Composer on Almost unattainable levels,talent like this is Divinity

[@HaveaVH5150]

Wow,thank you! Never seen that and never get tired him. 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@kennyrayparsons2549]

❤️thanks for sharing.

[@madelinecameron3662]

This was awesome they were both great together the loss of eddie really hurts have to keep listening ❤

[@junlp9492]

Spanish Fly on a Parker Fly. amazing!

[@mikerichardson8983]

All I can say is WOW! I miss those days.

[@maxim54321]

This raw version just shows how bloody good they were.

[@anakina1]

Props to Eddie, but Sammy is killing it on these vocals. It's perfect.

[@tommyduncan5520]

Greatness at its best,in writing, singing absolute playing at its greatest, we miss you !

[@Boldaslove71]

They really were such good friends. Sammy knew all kinds of other artists, including Neil Young. This is such a cool and rare performance. Ed probably would never have done this without Sam.

[@marcelobecerra5083]

Que placer es escuchar a Eddie, aunque ya no esté en esta tierra. Y con ese vozarrón de Sammy, que mejor 🙏🎶🎸👏

[@RideWithTheWolf]

Probably one of the better performances 🎭 👏 👌

[@ogretattoo]

Holy shit, I was at this concert! For some uh, reason, I remembered him playing "Eruption" but things were kind of, uh, hazy. ;-) If any of y'all saw a large guy with long hair doing the "We're not worthy" bit from Wayne's World...that was me.

[@enidsalvo9689]

February 9.2022 I Love you Eddie.❤️

[@RosaBarroca]

amazing! Txs for posting

[@fvingerhoed]

That school was witness to a greatness they never will see again. (hear)

[@MarkTurner-vs7uc]

Great singing.

[@ttestates1]

What a great Rock voice! EVH was from another Universe! Like Beethoven 👍

[@irondarwin1]

Spanish Parker Fly...awesome!

[@JohnnyBeane]

I remember this night. It just so happened to be on the same night that Eddie was on Val's tv show on NBC, then during the local news they showed some of this and im like OH CRAP!!!!!!!!!!!! I could have been there!!!!!!!!!!! Had no idea they were playing that year. I have a vhs of the whole show so ive seen it now anyways.

[@stephenadamsmusicalinterpr4203]

Heaven has him🎸❤️🇺🇸 🇳🇱🦅

[@user-xn9cc3tw9c]

2 of the best ...!!! Genuine guitar hero, rip EVH..

[@234dilligaf]

Wow Hagar had a voice! Still does.

[@peggybachler5952]

Miss him!!

[@1katosan]

Priceless!!

[@felixthelmocevallosmorales7218]

Eddie Van Halen 26 Enero 1955 06 Octubre 2020

[@lalberts]

It’s SO cool seeing Eddie play a Parker Fly.

[@modusceo]

Man there is nothing to hide behind with that piezo setup, still sounds amazing

[@dandeecas4899]

The best of both worlds, heaven right here on earth....

[@C.Brown5150]

That was f#&king amazing!!!🎵🎵🤙 A masterpiece of music , from a Master Musician.... We truly lost a Rock-N-Roll legend , October 6th 2020 . 😪 R.I.P Mr. Van Halen.🙏

[@kennyparsons5723]

Thanks Wolfgang This is Awesome

[@robertmitsch2315]

I just miss l mean look up the Dallas free show

[@freeamerica4760]

Precious

[@stevenpressley5956]

Dayum! Eddie playing a Parker Fly!

[@paulc9434]

God bless the soul of the best friend I never met. Miss you Ed.

[@trevorzellers7475]

Spanish Fly fucking dope watching the Master at his craft. RIP the king of ten fingers on six strings. Forever VH

[@marcelobecerra5083]

Una rareza y un gran momento un gran cantante y un guitar hero 🎸👍🎶 gracias 🎧

[@russellcarter1872]

I understand what people say when yes I never knew Eddie personally, but I’m so sad he is gone. The planet is not the same. I know it’s weird, but I never got this upset by a death of someone I never knew. He was so awesome!

[@briansalisbury5760]

I was there at this event and Eddie and Sammy played and sang with Simonand Garfunkle, that was a typical Bridge School Benefit concert never knew would do what and who would show up out of the blue

[@luigicuccitto2113]

GOD Bless You 🎸🎸🎸

[@Swanlord05]

You can really hear how heavy handed evh is!..... 😎

[@sambekins]

Guitars are funny, take a stratocaster a telecaster or any bolt on style guitars in general. You really have to dig into it in order to get the tone where as with a les paul or glued on or neck through guitar, it's more about finess but you gotta whack em too some times. Ed was the master of tone more so than anything else including how revolutionary his style was then. Because of his attack, tone and his signature licks he would sound like Ed on a $ 50.00 first act guitar or a 5k Wolfgang. RIP EDWARD....

[@docholliday6338]

This had to be a great show to have seen

[@josephsolomon8623]

I really love this video just because it's only Sammy and Eddie they both Rock

[@UncleBucksHat]

Wow, Eddie's playing a Parker on the piezo pickup which gives that acoustic sound. Parkers are amazing but sadly are no longer made. Sammy sounds great as well.

[@daveclark4533]

RIP EVH... 🔥🎶💙🌹🎸

[@randydogs61]

The four hardest words to type....Rest In Peace EVH

[@tonya2646]

God bless, Eddie.

[@YodaVanGrindey95]

I really liked the tone of this guitar, if he played 316 we'd know what guitar he used for the recording! THIS ONE.