Show Notes
EPISODE #93 - For years Brian May & Friends’ “Star Fleet Project” was this elusive rare EP that floated about in used record store bins flying under the radar. But this three-song, 27-minute gem had precious cargo as it featured the one time union of two guitar gods: Brian May of Queen and Edward Van Halen of Van Halen, who played together side-by-side backed by bassist Phil Chen (Jeff Beck, Rod Stewart), drummer Alan Gratzer (REO Speedwagon) and keyboardist Fred Mandel (Alice Cooper, Queen). In wake of both Chen and EVH’s passing, May decided to compile a box set of all the studio outtakes and jams from the two-day recording period in 1983 called “Star Fleet Sessions.” The Daves do a deep dive discussion about the golden nuggets of Eddie’s masterful playing on this long-awaited release that is truly a gift for all Van Halen fans to cherish. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: [email protected]
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EPISODE #129 - Guitarist Steve Vai is a multifaceted musician who spreads his talent in many different directions. The 66 year-old guitar hero speaks to Loud Dave about his new tour with the members of King Crimson in BEAT, his upcoming collaboration record with his pal Joe Satriani, “The Sea of Emotion,” an update on his solo career as well as a look back at the David Lee Roth classic, “Eat’em & Smile” for its 40th anniversary. A full barrel brimming with VH News and a stocked mailbag section completes this September episode. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: [email protected]
EPISODE #128 - Singer/songwriter Russ Irwin of Dix Hills, Long Island has played with the likes of Aerosmith, Sting, Stone Temple Pilots, Curt Smith (Tears For Fears), Bryan Adams and many others. But back in early 1998, he got a call from Eddie Van Halen about the possibility of joining the band. Irwin discusses this situation in detail along with the many artists he’s played beside. However, he also has a strong solo career going. His new album, “King of a Thousand Fools” is out now - go stream it! A solid Van Halen News segment and a colorful mailbag discussion completes this August episode. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: [email protected]
EPISODE #127 - Bassist extraordinaire Billy Sheehan, formerly of the David Lee Roth band, joins the Daves for an in-depth discussion about Diamond Dave’s 1986 debut solo album, “Eat’em & Smile,” in celebration of its 40th anniversary. The conversation goes track-by-track as well as discussing the formation of the band, how the movie, “Crazy From The Heat” fell apart, their competition with Van Halen as well as a secret “Eat’em & Smile” project Sheehan has brewing. A stacked Van Halen News segment and fun mailbag session roundout this July episode. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: [email protected]
EPISODE #126 - The original asskicker David Lee Roth is back on the road this summer with his “Don’t Love Me, Rent Me Tour.” Loud Dave saw the show in NY, Quiet Dave went in CT and Buddy Blanchard, lead singer of Romeo Delight, caught DLR’s shows in PA and NJ. The trio got together to discuss the tour in detail during a special live forum. A packed Van Halen News segment and busy mailbag session completes this June episode. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: [email protected]
EPISODE #125 - One of the most important people in making Van Halen a successful band was engineer/producer Donn Landee. He served as an engineer on the first six VH albums with David Lee Roth and as an engineer/producer on “5150” and “OU812” during the Sammy Hagar years. Landee was also responsible for building Eddie Van Halen’s home studio, 5150. The impact he had on Van Halen was immeasurable. Additionally, he worked alongside producer Ted Templeman on other famous acts like the Doobie Brothers, Little Feat, Nicolette Larson and many others. In tribute, the Daves do a deep dive interview with author Greg Renoff who had conducted several interviews with Landee for his books ("Van Halen Rising" and "Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer’s Life in Music") and an extensive story for Tape Op magazine. A fun Van Halen News segment and colorful mailbag session completes this May episode. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: [email protected]