Van Halen "Eruption" REACTION Video | mom & daughter first time hearing this 70's rock guitar solo

[@jcochrane007]

There's a section in the middle where he's using a 'hammer-on pull-off' technique with his left hand, while manipulating the volume control with his right. He almost makes it sound like a cello at times.

[@robertg7396]

The bar, is referred to as a "whammy bar". It's connected to the bridge of the guitar, and when pressed bends the bridge, altering the sounds of the strings. 😊🎸 Rip to Eddie. The guitar goat!

[@joshgrant824]

Specifically a locking bridge like a floyd rose…..I learned that when I broke the bridge on my first guitar 😂

[@jonlate4581]

It raises or lowers the pitch in simple terms.

[@marthafokker2071]

Whammy bar is slang although an accepted term. I even call ot that. However the technical term for it is a tremolo bar. 😊

[@kjdgarage]

And, just so you know, Eddie pretty much invented finger picking

[@MachuPicchu83]

​@@marthafokker2071 Funny thing is, though, the term "tremolo" which was popularized by Fender when they introduced the Stratocaster in the '50s, is also technically incorrect. In classical terms, tremolo is the rapid reiteration of a musical tone to produce an effect characterized by or affected with trembling or tremors, or to emulate a sustained note (which Eddie does masterfully at 5:00 and 14:34 ). The more modern definition of tremolo refers to the modulation of an instrument's volume, like the guitar in "Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)" by Nancy Sinatra: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5ino6ONjN2oqtE (we also get a nice example of the use of the *vibrato* bar on the last chord of the song! 😉

[@shamelessgames9158]

It is so fun to watch peoples facial expressions as there brain tries to process it all . Eddie was the first at many new things and a true legend and KING of the hammer ons . I was lucky enough to catch Van Halen twice live in the 80,s and they were SO good ! Just awesome to see generations discover this man and his many talents .. RIP Eddie you will be missed Sir ! Great reaction !

[@rafaelcolon6635]

Eddie Van Halen was the G.O.A.T. Eruption is a guitar solo on their first album. Alex Van Halen his older brother is the drummer. My favorite band forever. Please listen to more of their music. It's just the best

[@dukeravenshadow5532]

He was a Master of the Guitar :D

[@Gr8Buccaneer]

RIP eddie..you are badly missed here...

[@JB6Lights]

The Best!!

[@tomlaverghetta52]

Eruption was one of the inside solos... there are like 7 individual solos in the total performance.

[@erwinvolont2816]

This is not guitar playing .. this is ART

[@tk72231968]

R.I.P. Eddie...GOAT and a legend in my lifetime. Great one to react with for sure!

[@julienmarquet8612]

A great guitar performance, that's all! But, à real boring musician! No creativity! Always doing the same! So far, from the real guitar gods, like Hendrix, or Page, bro! You're, just, a fan! Not objective! And, certainly not, à guitarist, who played since 25 years! So, please, calm down! 😂😂😂😂😂A Goat?😂No, certainly not

[@kenkonwick6660]

This solo is actually 8 different solos he does on albums, just orchestrated together to make an epic performance. He perfected the tapping technique and built his own guitars. A pure force of musical nature. Check out some of tge album tracks, many different stykes but all uniquely Van Halen. His brother Alex is the drummer and also a great one. Im sure u will get many song suggestions from others, any are excellent. Also. Edward was a classically trained pianist and uses keyboards in many songs as the band evolved from its early days until its conclusion.

[@johnblossom8447]

With some improv thrown in. Most of his solos were similar, but he always threw in some improv.

[@Gr8Buccaneer]

both of you had a open mouth for about 15 min,thats reaction enough for me,glad you enjoyed him and respect the work he had to put in,to make it look so easy. im not sure,but the first part is actually eruption,the 2nd one (blue collered light) is called "cathedral" and it sounds like a chello or something.

[@martinklaus2203]

Yes, mom is right, he tosses the pick into the audience when he transitions into tapping/hammer on/hammer off. He does have picks taped to his guitar. There are probably picks attached to the microphone stand too. That Frankenstrat is one of the most iconic guitars in the rock n roll guitar word. Eruption is a song on the 1978 Van Halen album. It is only about 1:40 long, and slides into You Really Got Me.

[@osukadesu]

Correction, the guitar he's using is not the frankenstrat. It is the Kramer 5150.

[@martinklaus2203]

@@osukadesu Yes, I stand corrected.

[@steveames5797]

I'm a drummer, but he's my favorite musician of all time. I'm still so so so sad that he's gone. I got to see him live four times between 1984 and 1989. He changed rock music. RIP

[@natejames6867]

Van Halen music videos are fun too.

[@markavell7111]

I Cry every time I watch this. And I watch it Every Day. RIP Eddie. When and I get to Heaven, once I see my Animals and Family I want to Jam with Eddie!!!

[@terryhughes7349]

Mic drop was invented here. what a musician. So sad he left earth. Will be missed.

[@aquaticbeast1621]

Eddie melted my brain when I was 12 years old still gives me chills. Notice not a single cell phone the good old days. Great to see you two hanging out together watching a master of his craft. RIP Eddie thanks for the music

[@VadersRage]

That was back in the OLDEN DAYS when we had to use fire to "light up" the crowd!

[@tk72231968]

BTW..."Eruption" is a guitar solo performed by Eddie Van Halen and the second track from Van Halen's self-titled 1978 debut album. It's an actual song, but the live version is different than the album.

[@stevenkile8569]

To add to this comment. The solo IIRC, was originally Eddie warming up before a show. Was witnessed by a producer or sound guy and they convinced him to put it on the debut album.

[@garylagstrom3864]

I saw all the David Lee Roth Tours from 78-84 and then 2013. I saw 5150, OU812, and BALANCE with Sammy Hagar. There will never be another Edward Van Halen! A Player’s Player, Guitar 🎸 God, and a Genius of imagination and talent that world sorely needs and misses! RIP EDDIE! ❤️😎🎸👍🏻

[@generationgapreacts]

Very well said!

[@Richardtv1968]

Dutch master and GOAT on guitar everrrrrrr Edward van Halen …….. Rest in peace Eddie!!

[@carolespinoza8469]

That was so awesome 🎸🎸🎸🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶. Eddie is the g.o.a.t. Of the guitar 💕💕. R.i.p. Eddie. . Thanks ladies 🤩🤩😊

[@vinniedixon1140]

Worth you knowing that Eddie played piano first, then drums before playing guitar and becoming the GOAT. Also he couldn't read sheet music either, self taught, made his own guitar, invented & patented guitar part and developed his own amp and range of guitar. R.I.P. Eddie Van Halen, sadly missed but never forgotten.

[@lydiapawlak8564]

He could read piano sheet music, but not guitar

[@jeffstumpf9129]

One source actually said that as a kid his piano teacher was upset when he learned that Eddie couldn’t read music. According to this guy, Eddie had been playing by ear, at least, up until then. Is this false?

[@HealthAtAnyCost]

@@lydiapawlak8564 Incorrect. In his (fantastic!) interview on "Interview with Eddie Van Halen: Is Rock 'n' Roll All About Reinvention?" he says he never learned to read piano music. He memorized the pieces. It was 5 years before his piano teacher realized he couldn't read sheet music because he asked Edward to turn the pages for him as he played and he got it wrong and wrong and wrong. He never learned to read music. Amazing GOAT... Rock in Power, man.

[@jimrupe9991]

ALL HAIL THE FRANKENSTRAT!!

[@darkjedi74]

It is a point of irony that both of the Van Halen brothers started on the opposite instruments and ultimately switched to what they each became famous for…Eddie on guitar, and Alex on drums.

[@chrislegner4816]

The Holy Grail of rock guitar solos. Epic virtuosity combined with one of kind showmanship.

[@rayelee1301]

To be able to leave behind a performance like this that will live on forever

[@jimfooter9309]

I am a 67 year old music junkie and have been watching music reactions by the many that present their opinions on you tube. I came across the two of you the other day and I find you both delightful. I love your mother daughter discourse as I'm very close with my son. I took him to his first concert which was Jethro Tull when he was 8. I am very well versed in music and just find you both refreshing and I'm so fglad I happened upon you. I will be you fan for ever. Look forward to seeing you again. Another group who falls in the symphonic Rock category is Delain. I think you would enjoy them. Marco is often their guest.

[@edwardwilliams8238]

Greatest smile in Rock n Roll. He always looked like there was no place he'd rather be than right there with his guitar. RIP Edward, you changed my life.✌️❤️🎵🎶

[@mikeh3851]

I've watched this solo video has to be over 500 times. And I was lucky enough to see him play it live. I worked security for a venue in 1986 and saw this back stage. That said. Even though I love the solo, I watch for the reaction of the reactors. And it's always the same. The look of awe, mouth agape. Eddie was a musical genius. His solos weren't just solos. They're melodic and rhythmic. RIP Eddie. Thanks for all the music you left for the ages to enjoy and to be awe struck by. And thanks ladies for showing the video.

[@HEAVYMETALmovie1981]

Ladies, what you just, was one of the VERY greatest guitarist ever to walked the face of the Earth! He was on a different level a legend in his own right *MORE* Van Halen please 😎

[@Gr8Buccaneer]

the "handle" is a tremolo and it moves the lower pard called "bridge" and all the strings will be get lose or tight up,depends on wich direction and how much you pull or push on it.

[@ejllamobeolan5025]

You left your legacy and you will remember. You inspired thousands of musicians.

[@rondaddio4004]

He is legend! There will never be another Eddie. Genuine and love what he does. He designed his own instrument. RIP rock god

[@supertal244]

There will never be another like him - he changed everything. On top of that, Van Halen had the greatest music ever!! Listen to the 1st album - it will blow you away!! That album freaked every rock musician out completely! Great job Ladies!!

[@Seven50ml]

I'll never get tired of watching Eddie play. To me he always looked like a grown up kid playing with his favorite toy. Rip

[@jerrywatkinsjr7843]

@Seven50ml, the guitar is/was Eddie’s favorite toy. Have a good day.

[@maverickmathematica536]

Shredding and GRINNING the entire time -- a guitar "god" simply having FUN!

[@ericmyers5003]

Great reaction! He is the reason why I started playing guitar in 1978 (7th grade)!✌🎸🤘👍👍👍❤❤❤❤

[@johnnybrown3180]

He was and will forever be my favorite guitarist of all time.

[@benavich8]

Like many of you, I've watched a boatload of reaction videos on YT. I will say, out of all of them, this is the one I've watched the most. I NEVER get tired of watching and hearing it....people will be awe struck with this clip until the end of time. So glad I got to see him and the band live in the 70's and 80's.

[@jetagelullaby]

I was a teenager and a fairly new guitarist when I first saw this solo in the 80s. During the “Cathedral” section, at 9:37, when the lights turn blue, I burst into tears. It was beautiful, and I wanted so badly to be able to express myself through my instrument that way.

[@clayweddle2936]

Cathedral gets me every time...his eyes closed with that contented smile...in that moment he's right where he belongs...

[@joer8432]

He was and still is amazing. He inspired so many. I'm sure I'll never see anyone like him again in my lifetime. Nice reaction ladies.

[@simoneemiliani5782]

The King..💣💣....innovator, Pioneer, Legend......r.i.p. man😢❤

[@jamminjeeper5854]

I love mouth open, jaw dropping reactions. RIP Eddie, one the greatest individuals to ever play guitar. He influenced millions.

[@Sommertest]

The metal bar hanging off the guitar is a tremolo or whammy bar, and it’s used to change the tuning or pitch of the guitar strings by either increasing or decreasing the string tension with the movement of the bar.

[@chrislaustin]

As a child, Eddie was taught classical piano, and you can hear that influence throughout eruption, and much of his playing in general. He really did change the instrument at the time, as there was nothing even close to this when Van Halen came on the scene.

[@lorenhooke8986]

I love that he was self taught.and went by sounds..❤️🤙👍😎

[@markavell7111]

A Composition. As a pianist and guitarist he is the !Greatest!!!!!!!!!!

[@Terk1965]

Eruption was on Van Halen 1. He actually incorporated a few of his instrumentals in one solo. Greatest guitarist who ever lived!!!!!

[@Instantphojo]

“Eruption” was somewhat an introduction to the the next song (You really got me) on their 1978 record album. If you listen to both together, it really is a great mix!!

[@glennsmusicchannel]

Others have addressed the whammy bar. I LOVED this reaction - watching you both react first to his antics at the beginning, then running through all that amazing fret work. He is one of the very best of all time, no question. I saw him in 1984 and consider myself lucky. Thanks Gaps!

[@markavell7111]

Great Family!! I wish you were there in 78!! This was 86. Thank you!!

[@SIXX2772]

Yall get it...God Bless EVH R.I.P LEGEND.

[@christophermckinney3924]

The metal peice dangling on the guitar is called a tremolo bar,. By pulling on it or pressing down on it, yoiu can stretch the strings slightly to alter the sound and give them a wobbly vibrato or hold out a note longer than would occur naturally. Eddie would play a harmonic on a string and then turn up the volume to make it sound like a horse's whinny. He also did frequent pick harnonics where you partially deaden the vibration of the string while you're striking the string with the pick, this creates a "harmonic" of the note you're actually playing. A harmonic is a note within the scale but octaves higher. He would then play with that sound. To me the best part of this solo is the part that sounds like a cello or violin (at 9:35). He creates this sound by maximizing the gain (echo) on the strings and turning the volume up and down on the guitar over and over to create the effect of a bow on strings. He simply plays the neck and the volume button rather than picking the guitar strings. You can only do a lot of these techniques and tricks on an electric guitar with pickups that capture the sound electronically and not on a standard acoustic guitar. As with all of his other solos Eddie would record dozens and dozens of imrpovized versions in the studio and then string the best parts together into one piece then learn what was strung together in the studio. He was a master. Sad he's gone but he left a permanent legacy and standard for others to follow. He is the guitarist on Michael Jackson's Beat It. Check out the Van Halen song Poundcake (my favorite of their entire library) he uses a hand drill on the guitar to create the sound.

[@DrClawizdead]

What makes Eddie so great starts @8:36. Those sounds he gets that no one else even thinks about doing. Yes, Jimi did a great job emulating the bombs and machine gun fire in his version of the Star Spangled Banner, but this is another level entirely. The greatest rock and roll guitarist ever.

[@Snakebyte70]

Hello Ladies, new subscriber here. I usually once a month search "Eruption Reaction" in youtube just to see peoples reaction to Eddies playing. I seen this tour in Indianapolis (supporting the 5150 album in 86) when I was 16 so I guess Im closer to the 'Mom's' generation than the daughters. Eddie influenced a boat-load of guitarists over the last 40+ years...Including myself. Sadly, Eddie passed on October 6th 2020 which would have been my oldest sons 29th birthday. Channels like yours keeps good music coming to the younger kids that missed out on the 70s-90s music. Keep up the great reactions....PS...Mom is a knockout 💯

[@unklebacon44]

You don't know the grin you put on my face when I saw you were reacting to this. Favorite band for the longest time. Sadly we lost him a few years ago...RIP GOAT. The pics are double sided taped to his guitar and he did throw them as souvenirs. The bar you are referring to is a whammy bar, it distorts and elongates a note. I'll shut up now and watch as I see the jaw dropping looks on the two of you as I sit here knowingly giggling.

[@Moondirts]

Love watching first reactions to the GOAT. that was great ☺️

[@user-ev2qo1hj1g]

Glad to say I seen him live 3 times and he was amazing

[@frankaq3951]

Fantastic! I saw him live, in Vancouver, May 1st,1984. Blew me away!

[@josephmilender6208]

I saw him 3 days later in Boise, Idaho

[@CaddyJim]

*#FYI** Eddie Van Halen* also played the Guitar🎸Riff in *Michael Jackson's (Thriller)*

[@raymontenegro3867]

EDDIE the guitar king , master genius, I was 11 when first heard van halen 1, I was completely blown away by the entire band and the sound of his guitar and playing style, I grew up in a musical family my dad his brother and sisters would jam every family get together. My dad started teaching me guitar right after I heard van halen, I would practice for hours and hours till I mastered playing like Eddie. I've got several guitars, my wife bought me last year for my 55th birthday a Franklinstrat, I grew up with that guitar being like part of my family, a poster on my wall , saw VH with Dave 3 times, when I opened the case and saw my owe EVH Franklinstrat I just cried and cried like a baby, I felt like I had a real piece of Eddie with me , watching that guitar my entire life, now I have one. Those that don't know. EDDIE created all of that technical tapping, harmonic, use of the whammy bar , his sound his playing one of a kind, he's like the Elvis of guitar playing, my 2 favorite kings

[@nancymjohnson]

Seen Eddie do this so many times live. He had such a kind soul, and was very shy. For years he couldn’t get on stage without drinking. He was never sloppy drunk…just settling his nerves. I used to be a DJ, and had to do the same at promotions for a long time. Thank God the shyness went away.

[@Eric_L_Laney]

Absolutely phenomenal!

[@markstoudenmire4935]

Having attended (literally) hundreds of shows over the last 40 years, I can say one of my all-time favorites was Van Halen in 1984, the tour right before the tour on this video; absolute amazing show!

[@dalegentry8044]

What can I say that everyone else hasnt already said...he is GOD of the guitar...period.

[@xkarell]

effing loved it so much. insane musical content. Really cool band, super talented, pretty eclectic 🔥🔥🔥

[@goldenruletv7301]

(R.I.P.) EVH...what a beautiful soul.

[@garytom1935]

Seen VH once wish I would have seen them more, RIP Eddie, awesome concert 👍😎🤘🎶🎸👏

[@melprophet1936]

When I was a teen in 1978, we had guitar heroes like Hendrix and Clapton etc...We loved them, but they were all from the generation before us having gotten famous in the 60's. When Eddie Van Halen came along, not only was there no one like him playing a guitar like he did, but he was from the 70's just like us and it was like he was ours.

[@sfitz2000]

“Eruption” was originally a guitar solo on Van Halen’s first record. In concert, he did an extended solo that started and ended with “Eruption” but it included riffs and solos from Mean Streets, Spanish Fly, Cathedral, 316, and other pieces, as well as some improve. I saw VH several times over the years and that solo is the true zen moment of the show.

[@Frank-kj6fs]

Thank you for the Great reaction, and the respect Ed deserves. And yes him and his brother Alex Van Halen on drums started very young age. Do check out Anything on Van Halen, it's All good. But this from 1986 in concert video "Live without a net" a Must see. Eddie, Alex, Sammy, and Michael a Great Rocking team for sure. Thanks ladys, Awesome reaction.

[@joshs4594]

I had the same reaction the first time I heard Jimi Hendrix back in 1967. Eddie Van Halen was one of a kind. However, Hendrix is the Godfather of Rock electric guitarists to most of the best in the game. If, perchance, you are reading this I recommend any live Hendrix performance and to really see what he was about in the studio, you must listen to "House Burning Down." I sincerely hope you do. 👍

[@Chris-mz1hm]

Jimi was awesome-but their ain’t nobody like Eddie.

[@CHRISFREEMAY]

EVH,the king dear ladies! THE KING!!!!! ⚡👊🏻⚡

[@ngurahmadekariarta1080]

R.I.P EVH i love you.. You are the king guitar player and very diffrent the another 👏 Brown sound

[@mcgrath16511]

he truly loved the guitar, was also ground breaking in guitar design as well as amplifiers and effects,, a true guitar god R.I.P.

[@slimsantilli4476]

I was lucky enough to see VH five times back in the day. Always amazing. There is one aspect of this Vid that is how perfect the stage lighting changes with the mood of the solo. R.I.P. to my guitar hero.

[@Mr.Batsu12]

The metal bar you mentioned that dangles from the guitar is called the "tremolo" or "whammy" bar. On this type of guitar the strings connect to a "floating bridge" on the body of the guitar. The string tension is pulling the bridge in one direction and there are springs on the back of the guitar pulling the strings in the opposite direction. You can use the tremolo bar to adjust the bridge up or down which will raise or lower the pitch of the notes being played. Then it returns back to "normal" after you let go of the bar.

[@johnreyes195]

I was very honored. To be given a Frankenstein guitar autograph. He was in the parking lot in Hollywood. Last I remember he said. I will always be with you just press play ▶️ ❤️

[@tonystephen1513]

Excellent reaction video - the sheer disbelief on your faces was priceless - 70's though?

[@g-bo1332]

he taught me how to play guitar..many thanks EVH

[@MostafaAkoushahly]

may his soul rest in peace, a real Legend

[@davewright5777]

The whammy bar moves the bridge back or forth tightening or loosening the strings ... he was constantly throwing the pics to the audience .. I've seen them many times with David Lee Roth singing and have a pic from a concert in buffalo

[@garylagstrom3864]

On early Van Halen records these are titles to his guitar solos: Eruption off Van Halen 1, Spanish Fly off Van Halen 2, basically soloing all over Women and Children First and Fair Warning! Cathedral and Little Guitars 🎸 on Diver Down. Keyboards 🎹 intro on 1984 that leads into Jump.

[@generationgapreacts]

Fantastic, thank you!

[@drewrosecrans9728]

Rip brother 🤘🎸 u are missed everyday much love and respect from pasadena ca 🤘🎸

[@bdmention]

Legendary.

[@philipdickey6460]

I like how her mouth is in awe of the way he plays

[@skysmith6364]

The king !!!! EVH rules man...

[@CaddyJim]

*(Eruption)* is this specific guitar solo that he played at many concerts with some slight variations

[@lontollison6771]

The look of shock on your faces was beginning

[@DFitz-bk7dj]

Eddie always loved the response from the audience!!! RIP Eddie...

[@johnwilson2414]

I was fortunate enough to see this solo performed 3 nights in a row on this tour. His solo did differer from night to night. This performance started with a track called 3:16. At the time of this performance it had yet to be put on a studio recording. His pants are parachute pants they were very popular in the late 80's and early 90's. RIP EVH.

[@kylekinney9455]

I LOVED this reaction you let it play through for a while, took it in, and commented and they were great comments...awesome job I'm definitely subscribing

[@travisnoffsinger1703]

Great reaction ladies! I really enjoy seeing you all share your thoughts on these amazing artists and their works. You have a great channel! 🙂 There will never be another Eddie Van Halen. We were so lucky to be witness to his innovation, talent, and artistry. RIP Eddie… your music and your art and your legacy will live forever.

[@tomlaverghetta52]

Wawa bar is on the guitar. He throws his picks. He does have a stash of picks on the guitar. His technique combines strumming, finger rapping, and a use of the volume button for the part called "Cathedral"

[@darrengibbs4288]

It was fun going to concerts in the 80's.

[@davidoconnell1680]

I grew up with these guys in socal, Eddie is three years older than me. I was fortunate to see them play before they ever got a record contract or open for anyone. I think it was 76 or 77. RIP Eddie. Best damn Rock and Roll guitar player ever. Period!

[@mikeoscarparijs1313]

Thank U so much 4 doin' this 1First reaction!

[@rafaelcolon6635]

The G.O.A.T. Period.

[@Darin-j3w]

That was about 40 years ago. That was an 8 min. solo of stuff he did on 5 albums. Eruption is less then 2 mins. on first album.

[@descendantoffools9767]

He said he didn't have money for effects pedals when he was starting out so he figured out ways of reproducing sounds with the way he played.

[@therealpartchmantpaper]

effects pedals werent around back then

[@descendantoffools9767]

@@therealpartchmantpaper effects pedals were around way before then.

[@zenn5150gaming]

Eddie is easily the Greatest Guitarist Ever. I had the good fortune to see VanHalen live 16 times and wish it could have been 16,000,000 times more. His son Wolfgang is also a musician and played bass for VanHalen starting when he was 16 years old and now has his own band called Mammoth WVH that you should check out. He has a video for a song called Distance that he wrote for his Dad before Eddie passed away and the video and song are both Amazing and Heartbreaking at the same time...