February 24, 2000
You know, sometimes this internet thing can be a real pain in the ass. News, good and bad, can spread
quickly via the world wide web. The internet is also the most efficient way for rumors to spread.
If you were a visitor to this site back then you may remember the rumor that Van Halen would appear
with David Lee Roth at the Grammy Awards. The only problem with this rumor is, like the many others that start
on the internet, it wasn't true. There will always be rumors on the internet. Just remember, take each
one with a grain of salt, and note the source.
"The only news that is posted to van-halen.com is the facts. So, until you see it posted on the web site,
you have to take it with a grain of salt." (The Official Van Halen Web Site)
Link: www.van-halen.com
February 15, 2000
David Lee Roth is to reunite with Van Halen under the
moniker Van Halen with David Lee Roth but don't expect this to be permanent, this will be very much on a
trial basis. The band is still looking for a permanent singer but has finally given in to label and fan
pressure to reunite with their original lead singer. No contracts have been signed and no agreements reached
but the following has happened. The band has been meeting with David Lee Roth and they have
jammed together. They have also been working on song ideas. However, contrary to other reports nothing
has been recorded yet. The title Van Halen with David Lee Roth is one the band is reluctant to adopt but
feel it best fits the situation. They are not welcoming David Lee Roth back permanently but as a transitory
member only.
Official confirmation and their first public appearance together are likely to be at the Grammy Awards.
It seems the idea of recording a full album of new material with David Lee Roth is not the band want to do. There is major pressure from the label for an album and tour with him. Current plans for Van Halen with David Lee Roth do not include a full new studio album. Instead what is being prepared for release is Greatest Hits Volume II which will once again include 2 newly recorded tracks with David Lee Roth.
The planned tour will be to support Greatest Hits Volume II. The tour will go under the before mentioned
name Van Halen with David Lee Roth.
Link: www.melodicrock.com
February 12, 2000
Plenty of strong rumors are going around that Van Halen may appear with David Lee Roth on the Grammy's on
February 23, but that has not be confirmed by any legitimate sources. Stay tuned for more details.
Link: www.grammy.com
The Dutch Van Halen Web Site
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