Talk Is Jericho Highlight: Alex Van Halen Talks About His Special Connection With Edward Van Halen

Legendary drummer Alex Van Halen has a new memoir out called Brothers. It chronicles life with his younger brother, the late great Edward Van Halen! Alex shares stories from the book and their life! He talks about emigrating to the United States, learning to speak English, and the role that music played when it came to fitting in at school. He also discusses his drumming style, developing his sound, and his incredible musical connection with Edward. He gets into the formation of Van Halen, meeting David Lee Roth, the making of the “1984” album, shooting videos for MTV, and Van Halen’s headlining appearance at the US Festival! He also shares why he was so pissed off when Edward did the guitar solo for Michael Jackson’s “Beat It,” and why Edward hated being called “Eddie.”
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[@laz288]

The biggest band in the world. Nothing comes close to them. One of a kind. We were lucky to have grown up with them.

[@stevewaldman371]

never heard of rush, iron maiden?

[@richevans609]

VH was in their own world. They were "buffoons" to most that could outplay just about all of em. A mix that no one could copy or redo... There was only one "Mighty Van Halen!" Good to see Al laughing. Great Job Chris.

[@DrewLove777]

AVH is a drumming icon and thank you Chris for this.

[@walterevans2118]

LOVE to hear ALEX talking about the technical aspects of his Art. (Paul)

[@JohnnyBeane]

Great to see Alex!

[@philipreedwallace]

Hey ! Great to see you Johnny Beane.

[@John-pw4hj]

I’m glad to see Alex doing more interviews

[@pamelaalvarado-wd4fr]

Finally, Alex came to the interview. I'm so glad you're here 😍🤟❤️‍🔥

[@stevenzy]

Only time I got to see VH was 2008 Dallas Tx. Ed's birthday. I knew I was going to be blown away with Ed's playing. What I wasn't expecting was how badass Alex was live. Dude is a machine.

[@johnritter8654]

Love alex man as a drummer myself i idolized him and was amazed by Eddie

[@GonzaCordovez]

Great Chris!!!...VH it is my favorite band of all Time!...Alex is a monster Drumer!

[@JeffMartin-ob3tg]

Mine too 🤟🏻

[@brianfalls7128]

Can’t wait to hear the rest of the interview Chris! You had Al in a great mood, he looks so relaxed in the interview.

[@AljonGo]

Great interview Chris! Great to hear from the MIGHTY AVH! Legendary!

[@chuckbrowning1612]

Luv ya big Al thanks to you and Ed for all the great memories!!!!

[@Smith-wk6pb]

It was Mikey and Sammy also.. f dave.

[@PatrickBateman83]

​@Smith-wk6pb That was Van Gina. There is only 1 original Van Halen!

[@philipreedwallace]

Dam Alex is so cool. I bet he was fun to party with. lol I’m sober now also. His book is awesome. I’ve listened to it at least 4 times. Yes I will eventually buy it. But when I can listen to it on Spotify Premium. I do . Over and over. Especially when I’m working. I drive all day. Al , your drum set in 1981 blew my 10 year old mind. Bet you have never heard that before, 😂😂

[@massapower]

WOW !!! Alex is now doing these Utube Video Casts

[@diamondd2778]

THIS IS FN AWESOME! WHAT A SURPRISE! THANK YOU CHRIS AND ALEX!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SalamiKing7]

Is there a video of the full podcast!? Love that Alex is out there doing this! 🤩

[@WeLuv9x5]

Good to see Alex finally being able to laugh. Appreciate hearing those behind the scenes stories of this family.

[@richevans609]

Alex is a GOD!!!! Love ya Al. Saw your last show on Oct 4, 2015! ❤😊 =VH=

[@SonnyAngelucci]

Great interview. Lisented to the pod cast. Amazing job!!!! Can you release the whole vid??

[@TammyStovall-z1g]

Omg I’ve always Loved U ❤Chris Jerchio❤ I’m from Spokane wa

[@Salemslot77]

I know we've got the full audio, but PLEASE release the full video Chris. That would be amazing.

[@tjb3454555150]

This is awesome! Will you have the entire interview up on KZbin at some point?

[@JeffMartin-ob3tg]

2 absolute legends

[@soundbreak7]

House of Pain , what a great song

[@surachedtitaram7403]

Love❤🎉vanhalen🔥🎸🥁✅️💯

[@stevent7944]

"Do ya know what happens Al when u talk Van Halwn? YOU JUST MADE THE LSIT!!"

[@AlisaFerris-r2y]

Love Alex! He is my favorite.

[@paologiannetta5297]

Alex VH is back on stage and new music

[@watergrass2135]

Alex is an amazing person

[@andrewcomments5812]

Whoa!! THE Alex Van Halen!!

[@bobc.5698]

I just bought his new signature cowbell. It's louder than my old ludwig 5" cowbell.....lol. (I sent you a snare head and a picture of Eddie, Hope you sign the head for my drum room)

[@Ryej691]

I saw a Van Halen in Ottawa

[@bigloaded8324]

Great question Chris about intro to House of Pain. I would wonder the same

[@carloslozada470]

Eddie had all the talent

[@Indylimburg]

One thing I would love to talk to Alex about is where his inspiration for syncopation came from. At times his rhythm is very jazzy or almost funk. I want to know how much playing with his Dad influenced that.

[@detroitdiezel7856]

Why is Alex's camera so jittery? I feel like I'm on a roller coaster watching him.

[@CharlesGardner-o9j]

Sure hope Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony get mentioned - good or bad

[@carlton5046]

Just thinking .. be nice to see maybe Alex and angus getting together .. it wouldn’t take anything away from vh or ac dc .. hmm maybe geddy Lee on bass ? Brian may is another one who has tragedy in his band Would be refreshing and iconic

[@capitanandy2535]

Jericho???.....Jericho Who???...🤔....where Is the entire interview mannnnnn???.....van halen....the biggest hard rock band in history!!!!

[@talkingmotanka]

Did he hold his own phone the whole time? 🤣

[@VannMahendra]

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[@trusoundlowvolumedrumheads1002]

I hope he still plays sometimes