In this episode of My Rock Moment, I sit down with veteran music journalist Steve Rosen — author of Tonechaser: Understanding Edward: My 26-Year Journey with Edward Van Halen — to uncover the untold story of the man behind the legend: Eddie Van Halen.
For more than two decades, Rosen wasn’t just a journalist covering Van Halen, he was a close friend, confidant, and witness to the creative fire that reshaped rock guitar. We revisit that very first night at The Whisky a Go Go, where their friendship began, and talk about the moment Rosen was invited to hear an early cut of Van Halen’s second album — long before the world had any idea what was coming.
Steve shares an intimate look at Eddie’s humility, his complex relationship with David Lee Roth, and the moments that defined both the man and the music.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan, a guitarist chasing tone, or someone simply curious about the soul behind the sound, this episode peels back the myth to reveal the man.
Find out more about Steve Rosen:
Website: https://www.tonechaserbook.com/
Buy the book on Amazon HERE
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TONECHASERBOOK/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steve.rosen.guitar.picks/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SteveRosenInterviews
Van Halen songs from this episode:
Girl, You Really Got Me
Runnin' With the Devil
Somebody Get Me a Doctor
Hot For Teacher
Right Now
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