Dave & Dave Unchained Van Halen Podcast

EPISODE #66 - It’s been a three year wait for Wolfgang Van Halen’s debut but the self-titled Mammoth WVH album has arrived! The Daves do a full song-by-song breakdown of the 14-track release. Then Loud Dave does a one-on-one interview with famous rock photographer Neil Zlozower about his years shooting VH. Massive amounts of VH News plus a mid-size mailbag segment round out this June episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com 

EPISODE #65 - What happens when you get let go by Van Halen? Dave & Dave investigate this proposition in regards to both Sammy Hagar’s 1997 album, “Marching to Mars” and Gary Cherone’s band Tribe of Judah’s 2002 album, “Exit Elvis.” The dynamic duo does a deep dive on both albums in a full detailed throwdown. The Daves also conduct a very heartfelt interview with Talas bassist Billy Sheehan, formerly of David Lee Roth’s solo band, on the passing of Talas lead singer Phil Naro. A basket of VH News and a thick-cut Mailbag segment round out this May episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com 

EPISODE #64 - Dave & Dave celebrate the 5th anniversary of the podcast with two killer back-to-back interviews. The first is with California artist Robert Vargas who painted the giant Eddie Van Halen mural on the back wall of Guitar Center in Hollywood. The second interview marks the return of guitarist Dweezil Zappa who recently launched his own VH podcast, “Runnin’ With the Dweezil.” Then the dynamic duo takes on a massive amount of VH News plus a colorful Mailbag segment.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #63 - Rewind to 1996 when the fate of Van Halen was in limbo as the VH brothers and Michael Anthony were searching for a new singer. Mitch Malloy was offered the position prior to Gary Cherone but passed. This situation was recently discussed in a lengthy Rolling Stone article, which Malloy dishes about as well as his new band Malloy and fronting Great White. Additionally, the Daves crank out a fresh batch of VH News and tackle a meaty Mailbag session.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com 

EPISODE #62 - You wanted him, you got him! Michael Anthony’s bass tech Kevin “Dugie” Dugan talks about his time working for Van Halen, Chickenfoot and The Circle. Then record producer Fader Istheman discusses “The Long Island Van Halen Tribute Album,” which is dedicated to the late Edward Van Halen with all proceeds going to The Lung Cancer Research Foundation of New York in EVH’s honor. The Daves do a massive VH News breakdown including Wolfgang Van Halen’s TV appearances and album announcement plus a nice juicy Mailbag session.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com 

EPISODE #61 - We’ve reached 2021 and who better to kick off the new year than the original ass-kicker Diamond David Lee Roth with a special episode celebrating the 30th anniversary of his 1991 album, “A Little Ain’t Enough.” The Daves do a deep-dive discussion breaking down the album song-by-song plus all the controversies that surrounded it. The dynamic duo then reads an internet Q&A they did with “A Little Ain’t Enough” guitarist Jason Becker plus they conduct an interview with the album’s other guitarist Steve Hunter. VH News and Mailbag round out the month.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #60 - It’s the end of the year and more Van Halen goodness is HERE! This holiday season features an interview with Martin Popoff, author of the new coffee table book, “Van Halen: A Visual Biography.” Then the Daves talk with author Bud Hathaway about his rock & roll memoir, “What About the Fans?” which goes into deep detail on the backstage shenanigans of Dave, Ed, Al and Mike. VH News and mailbag segments put a bow on this last episode of 2020.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #59 - Wolfgang Van Halen has emerged as a solo artist, under the moniker Mammoth WVH, offering a tribute song and video to his pop - Eddie Van Halen called “Distance.” The Daves do a full breakdown of Wolf’s new music and week-long media tour culminating and discussing all the information that came out during his whirlwind of promotion. The dynamic duo also interviews blues rock singer Sass Jordan about the four months she spent with Eddie and Alex Van Halen at 5150 Studios in 1996. Healthy portions of VH News and Mailbag complete this late November episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #58 - Edward Van Halen may have played his last note however his legacy only continues to grow. Dave & Dave go hard on this 4 and 1/2 hour bonanza on “Everything Eddie” where they each discuss their Top 10 EVH Moments. Plus, the dynamic duo interviews Jake C. Miller of VH tribute band Completely Unchained and master keyboardist Derek Sherinian of Sons of Apollo and Black Country Communion about their connection with Ed. Massive amounts of VH News and Mailbag complete this power-packed Rocktober episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #57A - The amount of love and joy that radiated from Eddie Van Halen’s guitar intoxicated an entire generation. You didn’t just hear his music, you felt it. Granted he was a musical genius, but there was more to the man. He was very human and humble with a warm smile that beamed from within. Even though Ed was a massive rock star, he carried himself like just a dude who loved to play music.This special episode is Dave & Dave’s loving tribute to EVH for the Van Halen fan-family who all bleed red with black and white stripes.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #57 - There’s no more famous cover band than The Atomic Punks. This furious foursome has become the most decorated Van Halen tribute in the land. The Daves go in-depth during back-to-back interviews with lead singer Brian Geller and guitarist Lance Turner. Hefty portions of VH News and Mailbag are included in this episode as well.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #56 - There was no photographer wedged deeper into the ‘80s rock scene than Mark “Weissguy” Weiss. His new book, “The Decade That Rocked,” is chock full of Van Halen pictures and stories (plus Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, Ozzy Osbourne, Skid Row, Twisted Sister and more) all of which he shares in this deep dive interview with Dave & Dave. Plus, tons of VH News and Mailbag to wash your pandemic blues away.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #55 - It’s summer so it’s hot - “RED” hot. The Daves delve deep into Sammy Hagar’s 2011 tell-all memoir, “Red” for a detailed discussion of dirt. Then the boys interview “Red” co-author Joel Selvin in an interestingly edgy conversation with a surprise conclusion. VH News and Mailbag complete this July 2020 episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #54 - Look back at Van Halen members’ escapades on the air along the FM dial. Dave & Dave interview Al Dukes producer of the ill-fated “David Lee Roth Show” on K-Rock in 2006 about Diamond Dave’s wild radio antics. Then listen as the dynamic duo gets crazy with comedian/broadcaster Stuttering John Melendez, formerly of “The Howard Stern Show,” about his dealings with the members of VH. Finally, Loud Dave interviews Larry “The Duck” Dunn from WLIR who interviewed bassist Michael Anthony and drummer Alex Van Halen in 1981 before VH's Nassau Coliseum show and he even discusses how he went backstage to party with the band. VH News and Mailbag segments round out this June 2020 episode.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #53 - Get in the DeLorean and head back to the summer of 2002 when Sammy Hagar and David Lee Roth teamed up to go on tour. The Daves dissect every element of this strange union from the tour press conference to “The Howard Stern Show” interview to the backstage battles to the awkward MTV Video Music Awards appearance. Then the dynamic duo interviews Roth’s former guitarist Brian Young (2002-2006) who was DLR’s axeman on the tour. Healthy scoops of VH News and Mailbag segments complete the month of May.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #52 - The wait is over! “Van Halen Rising” author Greg Renoff returns with his second book, “Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer’s Life in Music,” a biography from VH producer Ted Templeman. The Daves do a deep dive discussion on the Van Halen/Sammy Hagar/Montrose/David Lee Roth portion of the book. Then the dynamic duo conduct an in-depth lengthy interview with Renoff about everything VH in the book. If that isn’t enough...there’s a healthy helping of VH News and a lively Mailbag segment rounding out the month of April.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #51 - In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Van Halen's 1995 album, "Balance," the Daves go into a full triple play. First is the deep dive breakdown of the album, followed by an interview with "Balance" album mixer Mike Fraser and wrapping up with an interview with "Balance" album cover artist Glen Wexler. Don't forget lots of VH News and a massive Mailbag segment for March.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #50 - “Dave & Dave Unchained” celebrates its big 50th episode with a special Van Halen Top 50 Worst & Best Moves list while the Daves both turn 50 years-old. Former David Lee Roth bassist Billy Sheehan drops by for an interview plus tons of VH News and mailbag letters.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #49 - “Dave & Dave Unchained” takes a road trip to Sin City as the Daves report on opening weekend of David Lee Roth’s Las Vegas residency at the House of Blues in Mandalay Bay. The dynamic duo meets up with DLR drummer Mike Musselman, conducts a post-concert round table with listeners Ron Pio and Mid-West Ron, hosts a podcast meet-and-greet at Cabo Wabo and delivers a post-concert wrap-up after the last show closing out the trip.VH News and mailbag segments round out the first episode of the new year and new decade.Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #48 - Holiday time brings lots of presents and since all you listeners have been good, Dave & Dave have plenty for you. It starts with an exclusive interview with Andrew Bennett, author of “Eruption in the Canyon” - a new Van Halen coffee table book that takes you inside 5150 studios. Then comes an interview with the one and only Jason Bonham, who is the drummer for The Circle and son of late Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham. A backstage sit down with Van Halen tribute band, Completely Unchained in their green room concludes the episode. Heavy doses of VH News and Mailbag segments top off this Holiday Extravaganza!Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Spotify or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com