RIP Edward Lodewijk (Eddie) Van Halen (Jan 26, 1955 – Oct 6, 2020)

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Eddie Van Halen, the iconic rock guitarist and co-founder of the band Van Halen, has passed away at the age of 65 after battling cancer. He had recently been hospitalized for treatment related to symptoms in his mouth, specifically on his tongue. Despite efforts to overcome his past habits as a heavy drinker and smoker, the long-term effects of these lifestyle choices contributed to his health decline. Van Halen's musical journey began in the early 1970s, where he formed several bands before achieving fame with David Lee Roth, who brought essential equipment to their performances. His innovative guitar techniques and influential riffs made him a pivotal figure in rock music, celebrated for his contributions alongside legends like Jimi Hendrix. Fans remember him fondly for his groundbreaking work and the impact he had on aspiring musicians.
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"Recently Eddie checked into a hospital to undergo treatment for cancer symptoms in his mouth, specifically on his tongue. A heavy drinker and chain smoker, Van Halen has tried to curb his bad habits in later life, but it seems his early excesses have taken their toll before he could drop them. "



" The duo formed a series of bands in the early 1970s with names like the Broken Combs, the Trojan Rubber Company, and Genesis, but never got significant traction until they came across the charismatic son of a wealthy doctor named David Lee Roth. “Roth was the only guy who had a PA,” Eddie said. “We were renting his PA every weekend for $35 and getting $50 for the gigs. So it was cheaper to get him in the band.” "

From, https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/eddie-van-halen-dead-200051/
 
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I saw them in concert, probably late 1978 or in 1979 with Roth. It was definitely after the first album and maybe about the time of their second album.
 
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I play the guitar so this definitely hit hard. This is as bad as Allan Holdsworth passing.
 
Eddie was the reason I picked up guitar in the first place. My high school memories are of drinking beer and cranking Women and Children First and 1984. Their first six albums are a master showcase of guitar playing, he was a legit riff master. He was a true innovator, the most influential guitarist alongside Jimi Hendrix. I am very thankful to have gotten to see them play on tour most recently. RIP Eddie.
 
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