Van Halen's New Bassist? Eddie's Boy Wonder!

16. Eddie mistake has always been his big ego. The reason why Mikey isn't in the band is because he's happy touring with Sammy Hagar. There is no ego there. Plus they play all the good Van Halen songs that Sammy wrote with Eddie. Eddie is'nt Eddie no more. I saw them on their last tour with Sammy and he played really sloppy, and he was totally f***ed up. Diamond Dave is a has-been. I seen him playing at a casino not too long ago and he stunk up the place. I would have rather of seen a cover band then him. I want to see what version is going to show up at the Rock and Roll hall of fame when they are inducted.

Posted at 12:01PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by Mike V.

17. Where this article is mistaken is in saying that Michael Anthony "left" the band earlier this year. As far as I know, Michael's never left the band. Even back when they went on their reunion tour with Sammy, it was said that Sammy had to tell Eddie and Alex that there was no reunion to be had without Michael Anthony along. And comments I've read from Michael say that he has no idea what the brothers Van Halen are up to because they don't contact him anymore.

I think VH is going to miss those background vocals, AND once they get a few shows into the reunion tour with Dave, they'll be missing Sammy as well. I'm a VH fan of both eras of the band, but I can guarantee you it's a heck of a lot more easy to get along and tour with Sammy than it will be with Dave!

Posted at 1:36PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by C.J.

18. I've seen Wolfie perform in previous VH concerts. Eddie has had him coming on stage for years. As they say the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree. The kid is talented I'll give him that and I'm sure in the years to come we will be hearing more from this mini me of a son. Just hope he doesn't follow in his father's drug/alcohol problems.

Back in the day I use to see VH before their first record. They disappeared for nearly a year to do that 1st album and when they resurfaced with that album it was so awesome. But as the years have gone by I am saddened that the VH brothers have turned a tad eccentric. I also know first hand when I was working in a hospital several, several years ago back in L.A. that while Eddie was married to Valarie he was constantly in and out of rehab over his drinking and drug abuse. Which is very sad. Has anyone seen how scary he looks lately?

Look at the last 25 plus years and how many lead singers they keep going through! And now Anthony is gone and playing w/Sammy Hagar. The mere fact that Anthony has jumped ship from VH tells you that there is something really dysfunctional with those 2 brothers. It's too bad cause I've always been a fan and just wish that these 2 could keep a lead singer these days to complete a tour or do more than one or two albums w/the same lead singer.

I hope that they can get their shite together and offer us in the near future an awesome album!!!!!!!!

Posted at 12:23PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by Bella

19. what is wrong with this band. I have been the biggest VH fan for what 25 years or so. ok so they kick David out for 22 years and now just when the pieces are falling back into place with David coming back and now Eddie kicks Mike out of the band. If I was dave I would say to the VH brothers to stop this mind game of kicking people out and then taking them back. lets get one thing straight about Wolfie. he is not and never will be in my mind a full member of VH no matter what his last name is. he wasnt even here when we were all listening to Jump. ok maybe he is eddie's son but he is not a member of this band in my mind. and as big of a fan as I am I will not be seeing them if Mike is not in the lineup. eddie you're a GOD and the DEVIL at the same time. thanks for this stuipid ride we have all beeen on for years now... in total disgust even with a reunion on the horizon...time to listen to more FOO fighters.. see ya..

Posted at 1:21PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by brendan

20. Oh come on......his Son? This is definitely hitting the bottom of the barrel. Van Halen had their time in the spot light, now it's over! Money running out? I am glad Michael Anthony left! Personally Michael should have beat his bitch ass for treating him the way he did over the years! Wolf, I mean what do they say when he is missing? Where Wolf? lol

Posted at 2:08PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by Damien

21. I'm sure this kid has more talent coming out his ass after a bean burrito that I ever could hope for, but I gotta say it: On tour...with your fifteen year old son...couldn't find a baby sitter?
Really people.
Doesn't look like the Wolf boy has missed too many "devil dogs"

Posted at 2:41PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by "Fat, drunk and lazy is no way to go through life, son"

22. Come on people!!!Quit being Fun Suckers!

Maybe he's good and yer all just jealous, if you can play just as good, then contact VH, maybe you can be the next Michael Anthony!!!!
I wish Wolfie luck and would love to hear what he's got!!!

BRING IT WOLFIE!!!!!!!!

Posted at 4:09PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by Lynda

23. What a freaking joke... a fat, 15 year old kid as the bassist and a washed-up old man as the singer??? What the hell is going on? Michael Anthony is Van Halen! Not only is he the best bassist around, his backup vocals are a crucial part of the Van Halen sound. I think it's time to throw in the towel Eddie and Alex... you're washed up hasbeens!!!

Posted at 4:22PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by Tandy Danimere

24. He looks like a fat little turd! Shouldn't he be in school instead of playing in a rock band??

Posted at 5:26PM on Nov 3rd 2006 by kc

25. When the novelty wears off, all of you who supported this will be shaking your heads and wondering what you were thinking and why your wallet is so much lighter! This new line-up will only work if , I become the lead singer as I have kids of my own and know how to sing and look after children!

Posted at 4:28PM on Nov 5th 2006 by JK

26. A Van Halen with DLR is what every " true" Van Halen fans have been waiting for. Don't get me wrong, Van Halen with Sammy Hagar made some great music. All of them should put their differences aside and be grateful that fans still want to pay $250.00 per ticket to see them. Adding Wolfgang to the band is awesome and a keeping the Van Halen legacy moving forward. I am currently watching VH at 1983 US Festival and if they can recapture that energy and showminship, they will be worth every penny to see.

Posted at 1:15PM on Nov 4th 2006 by David

27. Eddie is still the greatest guitar player around , but let it go already. Sammy in my eyes can make anyone sound good he is the key to a great band. Sammy keep doing what you are doing, you are the one still smiling. By the way MIchael Anthony great additon to the band he is awesome to. Joe ( Naperville)

Posted at 4:24PM on Nov 4th 2006 by Joe

28. I had the pleasure of meeting Eddie many times. I was at the East Rutherford show in N.J. and I was there for the soundcheck. My cellphone rang and Eddie stopped playing and asked me who it was, I said my daughter wants to know if Wolfie was there. Ed excitingly called out to his son on the microphone. Out came a quiet, shy boy. My daughter asked Wolfie if it was great to be on a summer tour with your rockstar dad he said, it's good cuz he's with his dad but he missed his video games! lol. Then during the show he called wolfgang out to play a song with his dad. We were 2nd row, they both sat on the edge of the stage with their legs hanging in front of us, Eddie had to kind of remind Wolfie what to do. of course as a mom I thought it was adorable! But someone mentioned "the grooming of Wolfgang by Ed" that's just what it was. He did very well. And his face is all his mom's! I hope to see VH this summer, yes, I'd miss Mike, but these days we are lucky to see the man play. By the way, I saw VH 4 times that summer I had very close seats and Ed was not wasted. This is all just MY opinion! BR

Posted at 8:34PM on Nov 4th 2006 by Barbara Righetti

29. Eddie, I hope you read this I am speaking to you as your biggest fan trust me . For the fans dont tour with out Michael Anthony. The Fans deserve to see the original Van Halen. I would love to follow Wolfgang and will but put him in another band and have them open for van halen. I will not purchase a ticket if Michael Anthony is not there and I will purchase a dozen if he is. Your tour will not be as good of a success if Michael is not there. and dudes will you please start off the tour in Dallas so that if you guys start fighting @ least we will get to see you guys first.


VH Fan
Rock On

Posted at 12:49AM on Nov 5th 2006 by jomama

30. All of the original members would be perfect but if not Mike then who better then Wolfie? Wolfie's not Mike , Sammy's not Dave and I have listened to Mike's alwful attempt to sing Bottoms up and He is no Dave!!!! Just be glad they are going to give it one more try. P.S The Stones Are not all the original members and Stevie Ray Vaughn was an alcoholic ! How soon we forget!!!!!!!

Posted at 7:24PM on Nov 5th 2006 by Bill