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The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Why the Harley Benton ST-80 Is the Hot New Strat Shredder! 6/27/25 #harleybentonToday we’re diving into the brand-new Harley Benton ST-80 series – Superstrats with serious '80s shredder vibes! 🕶️🔥
We're reading up on these guitars and breaking down everything from the specs to the throwback style. With big nods to EVH, Charvel, and the golden era of shred, these new models – the ST-80FR MN and ST-80FR MN HH – are packed with performance-focused features, all for under $500!
Built for speed and tone, they come loaded with a Floyd Rose 1000, roasted maple necks, stainless steel frets, glow-in-the-dark side dots, and Alnico V Plasma-X1 pickups designed to rip!
If you're into Eddie Van Halen, Randy...2025-06-2729 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Clapton vs. Eddie + Kinks vs. Van Halen! The Truth Behind the Riffs! 6/26/25What happens when one guitar god pays tribute to another… and it backfires?
In this episode, we dive deep into the surprising fallout between Eddie Van Halen and Eric Clapton — two of rock’s most legendary players. It all started with a jam session in 1983, featured on Brian May’s Star Fleet Project, where Eddie and Brian recorded a slow blues track called “Blues Breaker” — dedicated to Clapton himself.
But Clapton hated it.
He called it “horrible.”
He said Eddie and Brian “can’t play” the blues.
And he delivered a scathing verdict:
“If he was that tuned into me and missed that point… the...2025-06-2654 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Jason Becker Meets Mancuso, Wolfgang Van Halen Drops Out of Ozzy Tribute | 6/25/25🎸🔥 On tonight’s Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV — we had a jam-packed episode full of guitar goodness! 🔥🎸
We kicked things off with some amazing news: guitar prodigy Matteo Mancuso recently visited the legendary Jason Becker! Such an inspiring moment — we talked all about it. 🙌
Then we dove into some breaking Van Halen news — Wolfgang Van Halen just announced he’s pulling out of the upcoming Ozzy Osbourne tribute show. Big surprise, and we broke it down live.
We also took a look at some killer Jackson Guitars, and gave away a handful of ATTAK guitar picks — shoutout to Bay Area Rich! More are on the...2025-06-252h 25
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Alex Skolnick Jazz Picks, Mick Ralphs Tribute, ATTAK PIK Demo, #guitartalk 6/24/25This episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV was PACKED with tone, tribute, and giveaways! 🔥
Bay Area Rich gifted me some wild new guitar picks —ATTAK PIK — and I gave them a spin live on my custom Taylor San Francisco Giants Edition acoustic! The sound? 💥 Aggressive, punchy, and super dynamic!
We even gave a couple away at the end of the show — and YES, more giveaways are coming, so keep it locked in! 🎁
We also dove into an awesome Guitar Player article featuring Alex Skolnick and his top five jazz albums every rock and metal guitarist NEEDS to hear. 🎷⚡️ You’ll definitely want...2025-06-231h 27
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Happy Birthday to the one and only MICHAEL ANTHONY! 🎸🎉 6/20/25🎉🎸 Happy Birthday to the one and only MICHAEL ANTHONY! 🎸🎉
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we’re turning it up to 11 to celebrate the legendary low-end thunder of Michael Anthony, the powerhouse bassist and vocal dynamo who helped shape the unmistakable sound of Van Halen!
From the band’s explosive debut in 1978 to the platinum-packed years that followed, Michael Anthony Sobolewski laid down the groove with unmatched precision and punch. Known for his thunderous bass lines, high-octane background vocals, and stage presence that could rival any frontman, Michael brought the fire night after night.
Whether locking in with...2025-06-2031 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: From Beach Boys to TikTok Doomscrolling: Demos, Vinyl, and Guitars!! 🎸👀 6/18/25🎸🔥 Tonight’s Episode Recap – Only on Johnny Beane TV! 🔥🎸
What. A. Ride. Here's everything that went down on the latest Talking Guitars livestream — your weekly backstage pass to the loud, legendary, and downright crazy world of guitars! 🎤🎸
We started off by honoring Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys 🌊 — last week’s heartfelt tribute sparked a deep dive: Do the Beach Boys still inspire today’s artists? I say YES… and I brought the receipts.
Then we shifted gears into the vinyl revival 🌀 — records are BACK, baby, and spinning like it’s 1975! 🕺 From analog warmth to gatefold glory, we’re here for it.
That’s when Ron called me out for doom...2025-06-183h 46
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: NEW #EVH #KillSwitch! 🔴 Eddie’s Signature Sound at Your Fingertips 6/19/25🔥 EVH Kill Switch – Unleash Your Inner Eddie! 🔥
💲 Only $24.95 ➡️ https://www.fu-tone.com/product/evh-kill-switch/
The wait is over — the official EVH Kill Switch is here! This is the same momentary switch used in the iconic EVH Wolfgang and 5150 guitars. Want that legendary Van Halen stutter effect? This is how you do it.
🎸 Plug It. Push It. Perform.
This high-performance kill switch features:
✅ Internal LED (with resistor built in)
✅ 9V Battery-ready — no extra parts needed
✅ Works with or without power
✅ Perfect for active pickups & stereo jacks
🛠️ In the Box:
(1) 16mm Momentary Kill Switch
Quick-Connect Wiring Bundle:
• Ground Wire (Black)
• Hot Wire (White)
• 9V Battery Harness
• On/Off Ro...2025-06-1827 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Celebrating 34 Years of For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge! #vanhalen 6/17/25🚨 Released on This Day in 1991! 🚨
Van Halen ROARED back into the spotlight with their hard-hitting ninth studio album, For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge — and it’s been blowing speakers ever since! This iconic record, powered by pure rock energy and Sammy Hagar’s firebrand vocals, debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, holding the top spot for three straight weeks. 🤘🔥
🎉 To celebrate the anniversary, we took a deep dive into the EXPANDED EDITION on Exclusively Van Halen—the ultimate Van Halen experience on YouTube!
https://youtube.com/live/bgIdTAuOPlA
Don’t miss it—subscribe now to Johnny Beane TV for the latest Van Halen news, rare content, a...2025-06-1726 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: New Michael Anthony Interview + EVH Keychain Drop! 🔥 #VanHalen 6/11/25Michael Anthony Opens Up About His One Big Regret: Van Halen Deserved a Thunderous Farewell, Not a Whimper
For Michael Anthony, former Van Halen bassist, the ride with one of rock’s most electrifying bands was nothing short of a dream — until the ending, which still haunts him.
In a recent episode of Get on the Bus, Anthony revealed his biggest career regret: how Van Halen's legendary run came to an unceremonious close.
“It should have gone out with a fricking bang that shook the world,” he said, “and it was more like a whimper, the way everything ended.”
Though he described...2025-06-1112 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: HBD Michael J. Fox – My First Guitar Hero! 🎸Les Paul 110th, Gear Unboxings! 6/9/25🎸 What’s inside the latest Johnny Beane TV jam?
🎂 Honoring the legendary Les Paul on what would be his 110th birthday—thanks for inventing the solid‑body that started it all!
🥁 Big birthday shout‑out to drum powerhouse Greg Bissonette (David Lee Roth band) for keeping the groove alive.
⚡️ Michael J. Fox—the first guitar hero who lit my fire. Remember that epic Rolling Stone cover of MJF leaping mid‑air with a Fender Strat? I drooled over that axe for years.
🏷️ I break out my own Fender “#1” Bullet, the faithful workhorse Bay‑Area‑Rich handed down to me—the spitting image of my very first guitar.
📦 Plus: fresh un...2025-06-0928 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Pat Travers Recalls Ultimate Rock Show w/ #VanHalen, AC/DC, Aerosmith! 6/8/25"It was pure rock ‘n’ roll heaven."
That’s how guitar legend Pat Travers describes the most unforgettable gig of his life—a scorching summer day in 1978 at Oakland Coliseum, sharing the bill with Aerosmith, AC/DC, Van Halen, Foreigner, and his own Pat Travers Band. Five powerhouse bands. One stage. Over 65,000 screaming fans.
“It was the best show I ever played,” Travers told Rick Beato. “It started at 11 in the morning and didn’t let up. Just hit after hit, band after band.”
Van Halen. AC/DC. Nobody remembers who went on first—and it didn’t matter. What mattered was the energ...2025-06-0813 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Pyro Tech John Watkins Talks #VanHalen 🔥 6/6/25🔥 Special Guest: John “Pyro John” Watkins – Rock & Roll’s Most Explosive Insider! 🔥
We're LIVE with John Watkins, legendary pyrotechnician known as “Pyro John,” who spent decades setting the stage (literally) on fire for bands like Van Halen, KISS, Pink Floyd, Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi, and many more!
John joins us to share unbelievable, hilarious, and sometimes dangerous behind-the-scenes stories from the road — and he’s not holding back. From lighting up stadiums to yelling at celebrities who ignored fire safety, Pyro John has seen it all.
📕 NEW BOOK OUT NOW!
"Don't You Know Who I Think I Am?: Memoirs of a World-Class Smart-Ass...2025-06-061h 24The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Walking Through #VanHalen History in #Pasadena! 6/4/25🎸 On This Electrifying Episode of Exclusively Van Halen… 🤘
We go deep into Van Halen’s hometown legacy with an epic article from Van Halen News Desk—spotlighting the legendary Pasadena landmarks where rock ‘n’ roll history was born! 🔥
That took us straight to VisitPasadena . com, and from there, I shared exclusive footage from my live stream adventure, where I walked in the footsteps of the mighty Van Halen!
Here’s where we went:
🏛️ Pasadena Civic Auditorium – Where Eddie & Alex rocked one of their first major shows. There’s even a memorial plaque honoring Eddie Van Halen himself.
🎶 The “VH” Sidewalk on Allen Avenue – A sacred slab of ce...2025-06-041h 19
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: US Festival 1983! Heavy Metal Day Setlist, Trivia & Rock History 5/29/25In this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we take a trip back in time to May 29, 1983, the day Van Halen headlined Heavy Metal Day at the iconic US Festival in San Bernardino, California. This legendary performance drew over 300,000 fans and solidified Van Halen's status as a dominant force in rock history.
🔥 Setlist Highlights:
Get the full rundown of Van Halen's electrifying set, including classics like:
Romeo Delight
Unchained
Runnin' with the Devil
Dance the Night Away
Somebody Get Me a Doctor
Pretty Woman
Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love
You Really Got Me
And many more!
💥 Trivia & Behind-the-Scenes:
Van Halen was reportedly p...2025-05-2938 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: EVH Almost Joined KISS?! Gene Simmons Speaks + Rick Derringer Tribute 5/28/25In this packed episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive deep into a pivotal moment in Van Halen history — the day Eddie Van Halen nearly left the band to join Kiss. Gene Simmons claims it happened on the same day Eddie played him a demo of “Jump,” a song that shocked the Kiss co-founders with its lack of guitar. “So you're going to add guitars?” Gene asked. “No, that’s it,” Eddie replied — marking a bold shift in his musical direction in 1983.
We trace the history of Gene Simmons’ involvement with Van Halen, from the band’s early days at Gazzarri’s on the Suns...2025-05-281h 26
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Tony Iommi x Robbie Williams, OU812, Les Paul Debate & Unboxing! 5/23/25🔥 TONY IOMMI x ROBBIE WILLIAMS?!
On this episode of Talking Guitars, we dive into one of the most unexpected rock collaborations ever — Black Sabbath legend Tony Iommi teams up with Robbie Williams on the track “Rocket” from Robbie’s new album Britpop! 🎸⚡ Iommi brings his iconic Gibson SG hellfire tone to this melodic and atmospheric tune, creating a heavy-meets-pop mashup that’s surprisingly killer. We break down the riffs, the feel, and why this obscure pairing works!
🎸 More guitars than usual? Yes please! Iommi’s touch adds weight and tone depth, elevating “Rocket” far beyond your typical pop-rock fare.
🎉 We also celebrate the 37th annive...2025-05-232h 04
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Jim Gaustad Unleashes the Ultimate Brown Sound 78/79 Tone Models! 5/21/25Our guest on "Exclusively Van Halen" is none other than the Van Halen tone king himself — Jim Gaustad!
A lifelong disciple of the Brown Sound, Jim’s obsession with Eddie Van Halen’s tone began the moment he dropped the needle on Van Halen I. From gigging at age 12 to reverse-engineering Marshalls and launching the Brown Sound Quest YouTube channel, Jim has spent a lifetime chasing that iconic tone.
Now, Jim Gaustad & IK Multimedia bring that passion and precision to “The Brown Sound 78/79,” the first in a limited series of three TONEX Signature Collections. This set dives deep into the explosive...2025-05-2143 min
The Johnny Beane Podcast🎸 Talking Guitars: Unboxing Mystery LIVE! #FireflyGuitar Gift!🔥New Kramer Volante Series! 5/20/25🎁 UNBOXING a Surprise Firefly Guitar!
Huge thanks to Bay Area Rich for this awesome gift — we can't wait to see what it is! Join us LIVE as we crack open the box and check out the latest addition to the guitar family!
The new Kramer Volante Quilt HHFR is a serious statement piece for today’s modern players. Designed with contemporary virtuosos in mind, this guitar blends classic Kramer attitude with cutting-edge features and premium build quality. From the striking AAAA quilt maple veneer top to the rock-solid Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo system, everything about this guitar screams performance and precisi...2025-05-202h 06
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Wolfgang Van Halen Honors Alex with Drum Tribute & Stories! #Drumeo 5/20/25Wolfgang Van Halen Honors Alex Van Halen’s Legacy at Drumeo
Wolfgang Van Halen joins Drumeo for a powerful and personal tribute to his uncle, the legendary Alex Van Halen. This one-of-a-kind episode dives deep into Alex’s drumming legacy through rare photos, untold stories, and jaw-dropping solos.
Wolfgang shares exclusive insight only family can offer—exploring Alex’s unique drum setups, unforgettable performances, and iconic gear from the bombastic kits of the ’80s to the electronic innovations of the ’90s.
For the first time ever on camera, Wolf plays through eight of his favorite Van Halen tracks on drums, including:
“...2025-05-2020 min
The Johnny Beane Podcast🎸 Straturday Night LIVE! Neck Swap on the Gold Leo Jaymz Strat Upgrade in Real Time! 5/17/25We did something wild—swapped the neck on the gold Leo Jaymz Stratocaster and dropped in a Telecaster neck thanks to the one and only Bay Area Rich! 🙌 That combo? Total game-changer. Looks 🔥, plays 🔥, sounds 🔥.
Massive love to everyone who hung out in the chat—you all crushed it helping us get it installed and perfectly dialed in. This guitar is ALIVE and absolutely ripping! 💥⚡
Also gave you all a peek at my stereo amp rig for rehearsal—it's sounding so good I might just run it for the actual gig next month. Dual amps, huge tone. Let’s GOOOO! 🤘
🎸 Love guitars, mods, and gear ta...2025-05-172h 52
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Josh Freese OUT of Foo Fighters? EVH Auction Guitar, TEASE Guitar Unboxing! 5/16/25🔥 This Week on Talking Guitars 🔥
We hit the ground running with BREAKING NEWS — Josh Freese is officially OUT of the Foo Fighters! We unpacked the shocker, shared our hot takes, and speculated on what’s next for the legendary band. That led to an epic convo about Nirvana, the Seattle scene, and the ripple effects of grunge.
Then things got wild as we dove into the latest from Julien’s Auctions and their insane Music Icons event. Highlights included a Kurt Cobain acoustic guitar used in a rare radio session — a true grail for collectors. And yes… we actually looked at a beer bottle...2025-05-162h 13
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Tele Mod Madness! Vintage Squier Neck Install + Lock N Load Coffee?! ☕🎸5/13/25🎸 TONIGHT on TALKING GUITARS — It's Tele time, mod madness, and coffee-fueled chaos! ☕🔥
We’re diving into some seriously cool Telecaster-style builds, and YOU'RE coming with us!
🔧 I showed off a couple of custom Tease SBH-Broad Street E Series guitars that I’ve been working on — including my very first-ever neck install on the orange burst beauty! What’s the neck? An iconic ’80s Squier Bullet #1 — and it fits like a glove. 🎯
🎸 Ron brought the heat with a Tele-style guitar that someone just gave him! And if that wasn’t enough, he also showed off some killer Lock N Load Coffee — because guitars and caffeine are ba...2025-05-131h 04
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: 🎤 Sammy Hagar comments on the David Lee Roth 2025 tour! 5/13/25Sammy Hagar has shared his thoughts on David Lee Roth’s recently announced 21-date summer tour, which will see Roth return to the stage performing classic Van Halen songs. With both former Van Halen frontmen now touring in 2025, fans are witnessing a rare moment in rock history where two distinct eras of the band are being celebrated simultaneously.
Hagar, who is currently playing Las Vegas with a brand-new residency titled “The Best of All Worlds Stays in Vegas” at Dolby Live at Park MGM. —featuring Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani, and Kenny Aronoff—responded on Instagram, offering his take on Roth’s upcoming s...2025-05-1318 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Whisky a Go Go Crash + Guitar Shop & Tease Guitar Unboxing! #TeaseGuitars 5/9/25On Friday, May 9, 2025, an unmanned dump truck crashed into the legendary Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood, causing serious damage and chaos on Clark Street. We’re breaking down all the details from eyewitness accounts to what this could mean for upcoming shows at this iconic venue. Thankfully, no injuries were reported — but it was a wild scene. 💥🎸
PLUS — we’re recapping an unforgettable day of Guitar Shop Adventures with Bay Area Rich! From rare finds to dream guitars, we hit some must-see spots like Sylvan Music in Santa Cruz. You won’t believe what we discovered… 😱🔥
🎁 TEASE UNBOXING — Something epic is coming out...2025-05-091h 08
The Johnny Beane PodcastStraturday Night Workbench Stream! Modding the Green #TeaseGuitar & Talking Rock! 5/10/25On this episode of Straturday Night…
We’re diving into the green Tease SBH-E Guitar that Bay Area Rich personally handed off when he came down to Santa Cruz on Thursday! We hung out, hit up the local guitar shop (check out the footage in the previous video!), and now it’s time to get to work.
This beauty came with all green accessories—strap, strap locks, even green strings! Tonight, we mod it, tweak it, and bring it to life live on the show!
Huge thanks again to Bay Area Rich—this one’s gonna be special.
🎥 If you’re into guitars...2025-05-092h 08
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen NEWS LIVE! Happy Birthday Alex! #alexvanhalen 5/8/25🎉 Happy Birthday, Alex Van Halen! 🥁
On this special episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we celebrate the legendary drummer and co-founder of Van Halen — Alexander Arthur Van Halen! Born in the Netherlands and raised in Pasadena, Alex helped shape the sound of hard rock with his explosive drumming style and powerful presence behind the kit.
We look back at the early days when Alex and his younger brother Eddie Van Halen formed their first band, originally called Mammoth, and later became the world-famous Van Halen after adding Michael Anthony and David Lee Roth in 1974.
Join us as we share...2025-05-0839 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: David Lee Roth Tour Dates & Wolfgang Plays the Frankenstein! #vanhalen 5/6/25On this episode, we’re diving into some big news—David Lee Roth is hitting the road, and tickets are officially on sale! We run through all the tour dates and share our thoughts on his recent show-stealing performance at the M3 Festival. Plus, we’ve got something truly special from Wolfgang Van Halen—he just dropped a powerful clip of himself playing his dad’s iconic Frankenstein guitar on his new track “The End.” Wolfgang says the guitar helps him feel closer to Eddie, and that every time he records with it, a piece of rock history lives on. And of course...2025-05-0641 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: 🎤 David Lee Roth 2025 Tour? – Is Diamond Dave Back? LIVE! 5/5/25David Lee Roth is hitting the road — and tickets go on sale tomorrow! Get ready to jump, scream, and rock out with the legendary frontman in what promises to be an unforgettable tour. Don’t miss your chance to see Diamond Dave live — it's gonna be wild!
Setlist?
• Panama
• Drop Dead Legs
• You Really Got Me
• Unchained
• Dance the Night Away
• Runnin’ With the Devil
• Mean Street
• Atomic Punk
• And the Cradle Will Rock…
• Jamie’s Cryin’
• I’m the One
• Everybody Wants Some!!
• Romeo Delight
• Hot for Teacher
• Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love
• Jump
Exclusively Van Halen is the ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. Step in...2025-05-0509 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: 🎤 David Lee Roth RETURNS! Full Van Halen Set at M3 Rock Festival 5/4/25On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we're talking about David Lee Roth's epic return to the stage at the M3 Rock Festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland! Diamond Dave delivered a blazing set packed with Van Halen classics and fan favorites—reminding everyone exactly why he's one of the greatest frontmen in rock history.
🔥 FULL SETLIST:
• Panama
• Drop Dead Legs
• You Really Got Me
• Unchained
• Dance the Night Away
• Runnin’ With the Devil
• Mean Street
• Atomic Punk
• And the Cradle Will Rock…
• Jamie’s Cryin’
• I’m the One
• Everybody Wants Some!!
• Romeo Delight
• Hot for Teacher
• Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love
• Jump
Hit that LIKE...2025-05-0408 min
The Johnny Beane Podcast🎹 Justin Gusmano on Forever Alive, Gear, Van Halen & More! 5/3/25 🎶🎹 On this episode of Johnny Beane TV, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Justin Gusmano — a gifted musician, composer, and keyboardist with a deep passion for classic Hammond B3 Organ tones and modern fusion.
Justin takes us inside the making of his debut album Forever Alive, released on March 1, 2025. We dive into the writing and recording process, his go-to gear (including the SK Pro 73), and even geek out over some Van Halen!
https://www.justingusmano.com/
💿 Forever Alive – Justin Gusmano
🗓️ Release Date: March 1, 2025
🎶 Written & Produced by: Justin Gusmano
🎛️ Mixing & Mastering by: James Lugo
Tracklist:
1. Lost in the Mesosphere
2. Forever Alive
3. Love Never Ends
...2025-05-0331 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastStraturday Night LIVE! David Lee Roth M3 Fest! Setlist + Hondo Guitars & Floyd Rose Upgrade! 5/3/25Tonight’s episode is a full-throttle dive into classic rock greatness and hands-on guitar geekery!
We kick things off with none other than David Lee Roth—Diamond Dave—returning to the stage at the M3 Rock Festival at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland! Roth brought the house down with a blazing set packed with Van Halen classics and fan favorites.
Full Setlist:
• Panama
• Drop Dead Legs
• You Really Got Me
• Unchained
• Dance the Night Away
• Runnin’ With the Devil
• Mean Street
• Atomic Punk
• And the Cradle Will Rock…
• Jamie’s Cryin’
• I’m the One
• Everybody Wants Some!!
• Romeo Delight
• Hot for Teacher
• Ain’t...2025-05-032h 39The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: New Guitar Day + Mystery Unboxing! 🎸What’s Inside the Case? Find Out LIVE 5/2/25🎁 UNBOXING a Surprise Firefly Guitar!
Huge thanks to Bay Area Rich for this awesome gift — we can't wait to see what it is! Join us LIVE as we crack open the box and check out the latest addition to the guitar family!
If you’re into guitar talk, gear drops, unboxings, and a whole lot of fun, hit that follow and join us LIVE right here on Johnny Beane TV!
If you dig gear talk, guitar riffs, and epic moments like these—smash that subscribe button and join us on the journey. More music, more stories, more YOU.
👉 SMASH that LIKE, SUBSCR...2025-05-022h 48
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: NEW Mammoth song "The End" 4/30/25NEW song The End · Mammoth
https://youtu.be/f_n_2thlTN8?si=ci2vDcDoCh_NJ7KD
The End
℗ 2025 I Am The Sheriff, LLC under exclusive license to BMG Rights Management (US) LLC
Released on: 2025-05-01
Performer, Vocals: Wolfgang Van Halen
Producer, Mixer, Sound Engineer: Michael "Elvis" Baskette
Sound Engineer: Jef Moll
Sound Engineer: Brad Blackwood
Mixing Assistant, Sound Engineer: Josh Saldate
Composer: Wolfgang Van Halen
#mammoth #wolfgangvanhalen #vanhalen #theend #johnnybeaneTV #exclusivelyvanhalen
Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/49065553674895362025-04-3010 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Eruption & Debut Album | Eddie Van Halen Doc (Part 6: A Musician) 4/30/25🔥 NEW Eddie Van Halen Documentary Alert! 🔥
EDDIE VAN HALEN DOCUMENTARY: Eruption & Van Halen's Debut | Edward Van Halen: A Musician Part 6.
https://youtu.be/kHcMqSztESg?si=oJF382fc2g2TBa9g
Get ready to dive deeper than ever before into the moment Van Halen changed rock music forever! Following the first five hit episodes that explored Eddie Van Halen’s early life and the band’s fight to get noticed, this brand-new chapter zeroes in on the game-changing debut album and the guitar solo that shocked the world — Eruption.
Told almost entirely in Edward’s own words — along with those closest to him — this ep...2025-04-3008 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Fair Warning Turns 44! Celebrate the Legacy! #fairwarning 4/29/25Fair Warning Turns 44! Released April 29, 1981, Fair Warning may not have been Van Halen’s biggest commercial hit, but it’s become a fan favorite and a cult classic. Gritty, dark, and aggressive, this fourth studio album captured the band at their rawest—and showed just how far Eddie Van Halen could push the boundaries of rock guitar.
🎸 While it sold over two million copies in the U.S. and peaked at #5 on the Billboard 200, it was the attitude and intensity of this record that made it legendary. From haunting artwork to streetwise lyrics and next-level guitar work, Fair Warning hit different...2025-04-291h 05
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar on Rift with Alex & Why They Haven’t Talked #vanhalen 4/29/25Sammy Hagar Opens Up on 21-Year Rift with Alex Van Halen: "I'm Still Out Here Doing It—and That Bothers Him"
In a candid new interview with Rolling Stone, Sammy Hagar has broken his silence on the long-standing rift between him and Alex Van Halen—revealing they haven’t spoken in over two decades. Alex, who notably refused to mention Sammy by name in his recent memoir Brothers, has apparently shut the door on any form of communication, and Hagar is finally offering his side of the story.
“I’ve asked people like Irving Azoff, ‘What’s the problem?’” Hagar says. “Some say it...2025-04-2942 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar’s Tribute + Stagecoach 2025 Livestream Tonight! 4/27/25Sammy Hagar returns with a powerful new single Encore, Thank You, Goodnight., out April 25 via Big Machine Rock — inspired by a dream about Eddie Van Halen! 🎸
Co-written with Joe Satriani and featuring Michael Anthony (bass, VH-style vocals) and Kenny Aronoff (drums), the track is a heartfelt farewell to Hagar’s Van Halen era. Satriani's soaring solo channels Eddie’s spirit while staying true to himself.
"This song is my final bow to that part of my life,” says Hagar. “It’s a thank-you – with love, respect, and one hell of a guitar solo.”
💥 Catch the live debut during The Best of All Worlds Vegas re...2025-04-2715 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastStraturday Night LIVE! Reverb Sold to Fender-Connected Company, Tease SBH-E String Change! 4/26/25📰 Breaking Guitar News: Reverb, the beloved online music gear marketplace, has been sold by Etsy to two major investors—Creator Partners and Servco. Both have deep ties to the music world: Creator Partners was founded by former SoundCloud CEO Kerry Trainor, a longtime Fender board member, and Servco is the majority owner of Fender. Despite these connections, Reverb assures that Fender will not receive preferential treatment on the platform. The company is set to operate independently once again, with plans to introduce new features like faster payments and local gear drop-offs .
🎸 Guitar Mods Galore:
• I strung up the Tease SBH- Broad Stre...2025-04-262h 52
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: New Guitar Day & Mystery Unboxing! 🎸🔥 What’s in the case? Find out 4/25/25!TONIGHT on Johnny Beane TV!
We kicked things off with a deep dive into the killer EVH 5150 Series guitars—you know I had to talk tone and playability! Then things got even better when I shared a couple of awesome new additions to my collection from Bay Area Rich: a rare Epiphone Stratocaster and an Epiphone Telecaster, both from the late ’80s! Total hidden gems.
We took a trip down memory lane as I showed some throwback photos of my childhood guitars and reminisced about one of my very first axes, the legendary Fender Squier No. 1 Bullet. So many memories!
Afte...2025-04-253h 24
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar’s Tribute to EVH + “Encore” Lyric Video & Interview! 4/24/25🔥 Exclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar Releases Dream-Inspired Tribute to Eddie Van Halen – “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight.” 🔥
+ Exclusive Sneak Peek, Full Lyric Video & Interview with @RollingStone!
Just months after announcing his semi-retirement from touring, Sammy Hagar returns with a powerful and emotional new single: Encore, Thank You, Goodnight., dropping April 25 via Big Machine Rock.
🎸 The inspiration? A dream about Eddie Van Halen.
Co-written with Joe Satriani and co-produced by Satriani and Eric Caudieux, the song serves as a heartfelt tribute to Hagar’s legendary years in Van Halen. It features Michael Anthony on bass with signature Van Halen-style backing vocals, and Kenny Aronoff on...2025-04-2423 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: How New Gear Inspires New Music + Billie Joe Plays Crazy Train! 4/23/25Tonight’s episode of Talking Guitars was all about inspiration—how gear fuels creativity!
Every time I get a new piece of gear, it sparks something. A riff, a melody, a full-on song. That’s the magic. I shared how, when I first started playing guitar, I was nervous—where would the ideas come from? But as it turns out, the gear brings the music. Every single time.
We also dove into some killer news: Billie Joe Armstrong recently played Randy Rhoads’ “Crazy Train” solo with one of his side projects—and absolutely crushed it! We had to talk about that legendary c...2025-04-232h 07
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar Drops Tribute to Eddie Van Halen – Inspired by a Dream. 4/22/25Sammy Hagar Releases Dream-Inspired Tribute to Eddie Van Halen – "Encore, Thank You, Goodnight."
Just months after announcing his semi-retirement from touring, Sammy Hagar is back with a powerful new single, Encore, Thank You, Goodnight., out April 25 via Big Machine Rock.
Co-written with Joe Satriani and co-produced by Satriani and Eric Caudieux, the track was inspired by a dream Hagar had about Eddie Van Halen. The result? A heartfelt, high-energy tribute celebrating their unforgettable years together in Van Halen.
“This song is my final bow to that part of my life,” says Hagar. “It’s a thank-you – with love, respect, and one hell of...2025-04-2213 min
The Johnny Beane Podcast🎸 Straturday Night LIVE! 🔧 Let's Work on Guitars Together! – JOIN US! 4/19/25Welcome to Straturday Night! We're your ultimate destination for all things rock music history and guitars. At Straturday Night, we live and breathe the exhilarating world of heavy metal music, and we're passionate about the electrifying energy that rock music brings to our lives. We're here to share that passion with all of our amazing followers.
But we're not just another run-of-the-mill music channel. We infuse our content with a healthy dose of comedy, ensuring that every visit to Straturday Night is not only educational but also incredibly entertaining. Get ready to laugh, learn, and headbang along with our hilarious...2025-04-192h 09
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Hair Metal, AC/DC, Grunge Vibes & the 1991 Moscow Peace Festival 4/18/25On this episode, Johnny’s getting ready for a big Saturday—he’s setting up a mic on his workbench to kick things up a notch! We’re diving into the wild world of hair metal bands, shredding through the ‘80s with guitarists from that era—including the always loud and electrifying AC/DC—then cranking it into the grunge scene that shaped Johnny’s generation. And yeah, we’re throwing it all the way back to the legendary 1991 Moscow Peace Festival—where the riffs were heavy, and the message was louder. Don’t miss it—it’s rock history with some serious workbenc...2025-04-183h 20The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Valerie Bertinelli on Biopic, “Jump” Hits 1B Streams! Guitar Showcase 4/16/25On this electrifying episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dove into Valerie Bertinelli’s recent comments on The Drew Barrymore Show—she mentioned that if a Van Halen biopic ever happens, she hopes she’s “long gone”! That sparked a great chat with the audience about what a Van Halen biopic could look like and what other rock biopics fans have loved (or hated).
We also celebrated a major milestone: “Jump” just hit a BILLION streams on Spotify—a true testament to the enduring power of Van Halen’s music!
Plus, I broke out a few of my personal Van Halen guitars! Som...2025-04-1648 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: New Soundboard! ‘Ice Cream Man’ + Eddie Solo 5/15/81 Providence, RI 4/16/25A newly circulated partial soundboard recording of “Ice Cream Man” and a section of Eddie Van Halen’s solo from the Providence Civic Center, May 15, 1981 — part of the Fair Warning tour! Let's hope the full recording sees the light of day soon.
📍 Providence, Rhode Island
📅 May 15, 1981
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The Johnny Beane Podcast🎸🔥 Talking Guitars: New Guitar Day & Epic Unboxings! Don’t miss the shred fest! 4/15/25 🎉🎶👉 SMASH that 👍, hit SUBSCRIBE, and tap the 🔔 so you NEVER miss the madness!
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The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: The Wild Story Behind Diver Down! Van Halen's Most Unexpected Album. 4/14/25🎧 Celebrating Diver Down – Released April 14, 1982!
Van Halen’s Diver Down is the band’s fifth studio album, and it hit the shelves on April 14, 1982. The album spent a whopping 65 weeks on the U.S. charts and had sold over 4 million copies in the U.S. alone by 1998.
The iconic album cover features the red-and-white “diver down” flag, symbolizing something hidden beneath the surface—fitting for Van Halen’s layered sound and energy. David Lee Roth once said it signified that “something was going on that’s not apparent to your eyes.” Manager Noel Monk later added a cheeky double meaning to it—“dive her down”—i...2025-04-1427 min
The Johnny Beane Podcast🎸Straturday Night LIVE! Modding Guitars, Santa Cruz Adventures & EarthQuaker Pedal Demo! 4/12/25🎸 On this episode of Straturday Night LIVE! 🎸
We got hands-on with a couple of guitars tonight! Ron tackled some repairs on his son-in-law’s Jackson, while I took apart my Bexgear headless—getting it ready for a fresh paint job and a brand new bridge (yep, the old one lost a screw!).
We also hit the streets of Santa Cruz! 🚗🌊
I rolled some b-roll footage from today's adventures, including a stop at The Starving Musician music shop and a visit to Streetlight Records for Record Store Day!
And to top it off—we raided the premiere of my EarthQuaker Devices Plumes Overdrive P...2025-04-121h 50
The Johnny Beane PodcastStraturday Night LIVE! Guitar Upgrade, LEKATO K-28 Amp Demo & Surf City Comic Con Chaos! 🔥 4/5/25🔥 TONIGHT: LIVE GUITAR UPGRADE MADNESS! 🔥
Huge thanks to Bay Area Rich—we’re taking the Leo Jaymz DIY ST Electric Guitar and turning it into a full-blown GOLDEN MONSTER! 💪🎸
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In this video, we’re also unboxing and demoing the LEKATO K-28 Micro Effects Amp!
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The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Satriani's Guitars, Hammerhead Screwdriver & GraphTech Unlock Nut! 4/4/25🎸🔥 Tonight on Talking Guitars we went full gear-head! Here's what went down:
🛠️ We kicked things off with the Hammerhead 4V Electric Screwdriver—a total game-changer for quick and easy guitar repairs. If you're serious about modding or maintaining your axe, you need one of these in your toolkit!
🎸 Then we dove into something legendary—Joe Satriani is parting with some incredible guitars over at Bananas at Large! We're talkin’ rare, one-of-a-kind Satch gear up for grabs. Total shredder heaven! 🔥
🔧 Finally, we broke down the GraphTech Unlock Nut—what it does, why it’s different from a regular locking nut, and how it can seriously improve y...2025-04-042h 19
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: The Evolution of Van Halen's Setlists (1978-2015)! 4/1/25In this video, we explore the evolution of Van Halen's concert setlists from their inaugural major tour in 1978 through their final performances in 2015. Drawing insights from Ultimate Classic Rock's article "Van Halen Set List Evolution: 1978-2015", we examine how the band's live song selections transformed over the decades, reflecting lineup changes, musical experimentation, and fan preferences.
We'll look at how the band's early setlists focused on high-energy tracks from their debut album, how their song choices evolved with Sammy Hagar's arrival in 1985, and how later tours featured a mix of deep cuts, live debuts, and iconic hits. From "Runnin' With...2025-04-012h 51
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Women and Children First Anniversary! LP Breakdown, Trivia! #VanHalen 3/26/25Join me on Exclusively Van Halen as we celebrate the anniversary of Van Halen’s legendary third album, Women and Children First! Released on March 26, 1980, this album marked a heavier, more experimental sound for the band, featuring iconic tracks like:
🎸 "And the Cradle Will Rock..."
🎸 "Everybody Wants Some!!"
🎸 "Fools"
🎸 "Romeo Delight"
🎸 "Tora! Tora!" / "Loss of Control"
🎸 "Take Your Whiskey Home"
🎸 "Could This Be Magic?"
🎸 "In a Simple Rhyme"
I’ll be diving into some cool trivia, behind-the-scenes stories, and the impact this album had on Van Halen’s career. Did you know this was the first Van Halen album to feature all original material...2025-03-2654 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: 5150 Anniversary! Full Album Breakdown & Song List 🎸🔥 #vanhalen 3/24/25It's the anniversary of 5150, Van Halen’s first album with Sammy Hagar! Released in 1986, this album introduced a new era for the band and became a massive success, featuring iconic tracks like Why Can’t This Be Love, Dreams, and Love Walks In. In this video, we break down the entire album, track by track, and celebrate its legacy. Let’s talk about your favorite songs and memories of 5150!
💿 5150 Tracklist:
1️⃣ Good Enough
2️⃣ Why Can’t This Be Love
3️⃣ Get Up
4️⃣ Dreams
5️⃣ Summer Nights
6️⃣ Best of Both Worlds
7️⃣ Love Walks In
8️⃣ 5150
9️⃣ Inside
🔥 20 Facts About 5150 🔥
1️⃣ Before 5150 was released, Warner Bros. Records suggested the band change their name to "Van Hagar."
2️⃣ The album...2025-03-2437 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen II Anniversary! Full Album Breakdown, Trivia & Song List 🎸🔥 3/23/25Join me as we celebrate the anniversary of Van Halen II, released on March 23, 1979! This iconic follow-up to their groundbreaking debut album took their sound to the next level, featuring killer riffs, high-energy performances, and unforgettable hooks. We’ll dive into the full tracklist, share some cool trivia, and discuss why this album still rocks after all these years!
🎶 Tracklist:
You're No Good
Dance the Night Away
Somebody Get Me a Doctor
Bottoms Up!
Outta Love Again
Light Up the Sky
Spanish Fly
D.O.A.
Women in Love…
Beautiful Girls
🔥 Fun Trivia & Behind-the-Scenes Stories:
Van Halen II was recorded in just a...2025-03-2320 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Steve Vai’s 1984 “Eruption” Guitar Player Magazine Transcription! 3/20/25Back in July 1984, Guitar Player magazine featured Eddie Van Halen on the cover. Since staff editor Jas Obrecht had already interviewed Eddie multiple times, the team asked him to create a crash course in Eddie’s playing style. Eddie agreed, and music editor Jim Ferguson was sent to LA for the “My Tips for Beginners” section.
For more advanced players, Eruption—Van Halen’s legendary guitar-and-drums instrumental from 1978—was the obvious choice. But who could accurately transcribe such a groundbreaking piece? The answer: a young Steve Vai, fresh off recording his Flex-Able solo album. At just 23, Vai was a Berklee College of M...2025-03-2016 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Dallas 1991 CD Release, Rare 5150 Live Footage & 5150 Prototype Amp! 3/18/25On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into some killer Van Halen news!
First up, the legendary Van Halen Live in Dallas 1991 show is finally available on CD! This iconic performance is an absolute must-have for any fan—packed with energy and pure rock ‘n’ roll magic. You definitely need to check it out!
Next, we break down some rare 5150 era live footage that just surfaced. It’s labeled as a soundcheck from San Diego—while the quality isn’t the best, it’s still amazing to see this raw, behind-the-scenes glimpse of the band!
Then, I send you guys over...2025-03-1834 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Steve Lukather Shuts Down Rumors About Playing on New #VanHalen! 3/16/25STEVE LUKATHER DENIES RUMORS OF PLAYING GUITAR ON NEW VAN HALEN ALBUM
TOTO’s Steve Lukather has dismissed recent reports suggesting he will play guitar on a new VAN HALEN album.
Earlier this week, Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf reported that Alex Van Halen was working on a collection of previously unreleased VAN HALEN recordings, with Lukather assisting in completing them. In a paywalled Guitar World article, Alex was quoted as saying:
“Ed and Steve Lukather were very good friends and often worked together. There’s no one better suited to help me through this process.”
Lukather, seemingly surprised by the comment...2025-03-1613 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: New Van Halen Project? Rock ‘n’ roll Hall of Fame. Las Vegas Guitar Shop! 3/14/25On this episode of Talking Guitars, we dive into the latest buzz about the Alex Van Halen and Steve Lukather Van Halen project—could this be the epic collaboration we’ve been waiting for? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
We also took a deep dive into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, breaking down what rock and roll truly means in today’s music scene. Is it still alive and kicking, or has it evolved into something else entirely? Join the discussion!
Plus, we took you on a virtual tour of TJ’s Rip City Guitar Shop in...2025-03-142h 11
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: David Lee Roth & Eddie Van Halen Appear in Frank Sinatra Video! 3/11/25On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into some epic discoveries and unfortunate losses in the Van Halen world!
First up, we take a look at the legendary Frank Sinatra: L.A. Is My Lady music video from 1984, which features none other than David Lee Roth and Edward Van Halen making a cameo appearance! This classic video has been around for years, but just four months ago, it was uploaded in a much cleaner version to the official Frank Sinatra YouTube channel. You’ve gotta check it out!
Next, we cover the fan-made video sensation Van Halen Goes to...2025-03-1125 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Eddie Van Halen vs. Randy Rhoads debate & Future Guitar Builds. 3/5/25On this episode, we recapped the Largo Van Halen Diver Down footage that dropped today—incredible stuff! We also talked about upcoming guitar kit builds—Ron is making a Rhoads-style guitar, and I’m building another Strat-style kit this Saturday night.
I showed off a few guitars, discussed an Ultimate Guitar article about Eddie Van Halen & Randy Rhoads, and we covered the tragic Faster Pussycat cruise ship story. If you love rock, music news, and guitar talk, this is the place to be—Johnny Beane TV!
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The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Wolfgang Van Halen Has a Candid Talk with Billy Corgan! #mammothwvh 2/27/25WOLFGANG VAN HALEN INTERVIEWED BY BILLY CORGAN! 🚨
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into Billy Corgan’s new show, The Magnificent Others, where he interviews Wolfgang Van Halen! 🎸🔥
Wolfgang opens up about touring, his albums, and personal memories of his father, Eddie Van Halen. This is a must-watch for Van Halen fans!
Check out the video and make sure to FOLLOW for more right here on Johnny Beane TV!
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#ExclusivelyVanHalen #VanHalen #WolfgangVanHalen #MammothWVH #BillyCorgan #SmashingPumpkins #EddieVanHalen #GuitarLegend #RockInterview #JohnnyBeaneTV2025-02-2713 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Unearthed 1978-1984 Backstage Footage, Outtakes & LIVE! #VanHalen 2/27/25HOLY GRAIL VAN HALEN FOOTAGE DISCOVERED! 🚨
https://youtube.com/live/fgdX-BoRNL4
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we’re breaking down never-before-seen backstage footage of Van Halen from 1978—including live footage from Osaka, Japan 1978 and Oakland, California 1978! This is the ultimate time capsule for Roth-era fans—raw, unfiltered, and absolutely legendary.
But that’s not all! We’ve also uncovered VERY RARE soundboard recordings from the filming of Panama, capturing the energy of the band in a way you’ve never heard before. Plus, we’ve got incredible behind-the-scenes footage from the making of Hot for Teacher and Jump, giving you a glim...2025-02-2724 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Harvey Mandel: The Forgotten Pioneer of Two-Handed Tapping. #vanhalen 2/16/25Exclusively Van Halen: Harvey Mandel: The Forgotten Pioneer of Two-Handed Tapping. #vanhalen 2/16/25 by Johnny Beane2025-02-1631 min
Pantheon - Podcasts for Music LoversMetal Mayhem ROC:Eddie Van Halen Turns 70: A Celebration of His LegacyIn this episode, we celebrate what would have been Eddie Van Halen’s 70th birthday with three passionate Van Halen fans! Johnny Beane, creator of the Van Halen-centric *Johnny Beane TV*, shares how he discovered Van Halen during the Hagar era and his unforgettable encounter with Eddie. Ilan Fong from the What’s Hot In The Strip Club podcast reflects on his love for Eddie’s groundbreaking guitar work in the early days. And Vernomatic dives into his passion for the Roth-era magic that made Van Halen legendary. Don’t miss the Sammy vs. Dave debate—the results may surprise y...2025-01-2458 min
Metal Mayhem ROC: Your go to source for everything metal.Eddie Van Halen Turns 70: A Celebration of His LegacyIn this episode, we celebrate what would have been Eddie Van Halen’s 70th birthday with three passionate Van Halen fans! Johnny Beane, creator of the Van Halen-centric Johnny Beane TV, shares how he discovered Van Halen during the Hagar era and his unforgettable encounter with Eddie. Ilan Fong from the What’s Hot In The Strip Club podcast reflects on his love for Eddie’s groundbreaking guitar work in the early days. And Vernomatic dives into his passion for the Roth-era magic that made Van Halen legendary. Don’t miss the Sammy vs. Dave debate—the results may surprise y...2025-01-2358 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Dweezil Zappa Plays Fair Warning: Sammy Hagar #VANHALEN #dweezilzappa 1/12/25https://www.youtube.com/live/tm19xTsEwhg?si=mCWJ3auByZe9-s--
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into some incredible updates! 🎸 Dweezil Zappa is currently on tour, celebrating his father’s iconic music, and I was lucky enough to catch the opening night in Monterey, California. Not only did I get to enjoy the amazing show, but I also had the chance to chat with Dweezil himself—it was an unforgettable experience!
Here’s something exciting for Van Halen fans: Dweezil plans to include Push Comes to Shove from Fair Warning in his setlist during the tour! Trust me...2025-01-1224 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Firefly Van Halen-Style Teardown & Guitar Chat #GuitarUpgrades 1/3/25https://youtube.com/live/7ffjlR2QMII
🔥 Tonight on Johnny Beane TV: I’ll be tearing down the Firefly Van Halen-style electric guitar! 💥 We’ll explore its guts, possibly throw in some quick upgrades, and, of course, dive into some epic guitar talk. Don’t miss the action—hit that follow button and join the fun!
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The Johnny Beane PodcastNew Year’s Eve Rock Party LIVE! 🎸 Music, Guitars & Fun! #NYELive #NewYearsEve #RockMusic 12/31/24Ring in the New Year Rock Style on Johnny Beane TV! 🎸🎉 Let's celebrate with music, guitars, and good vibes! Hang out with us as we talk all things rock and whatever else comes up. Tune in and join the fun!2024-12-313h 34
The Johnny Beane PodcastIt's #Straturday Night! #Guitars & #Rocktalk LIVE! 12/21/24 🎸🎶https://www.youtube.com/live/xW-Ka1O6kIY?si=G-iSEU1A4754-qBv
This Straturday Night on Johnny Beane TV is loaded with fun and guitar talk! 🎸 I’ll share stories about my very first effects pedals and show off a few from my collection. Plus, Ron’s custom-painted mini guitar gets some love as I play it for a bit—it’s a total showstopper!
We’re also tossing around an exciting idea: building guitar kits live on the show! Imagine assembling and customizing a guitar together step by step. It’s something we’re seriously considering for the near future.
To top it...2024-12-213h 40
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Ron’s Mystery Box Unveiled! Epic Gear Surprise! #guitartalk 12/16/24🎸 On this episode of Talking Guitars, Ron sent Johnny a mystery box! What’s inside? 🤔 Is it guitar gear, parts, or something completely unexpected? Tune in to find out on this very special episode of Johnny Beane TV! 🎥
If you love Guitar Talk, this is the place to be—live chat, exclusive content, and all the gear talk you crave! Don’t miss it!
💥 Follow, subscribe, and join the fun!2024-12-162h 22
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Rare Eddie #VanHalen Charvel Star Guitar Photos Unearthed! 12/16/24Bill O’Leary has unearthed some super-rare photos of Edward Van Halen playing his legendary White Charvel Star guitar in 1979. These newly discovered images capture Eddie wielding the guitar with its Ellsworth (Strat-style) Boogie Bodies-era neck during Van Halen’s World Vacation US Tour. Fans have often asked, “Do you have pictures of the front of that guitar?” After an exhaustive search through his negatives, Bill has finally uncovered them! While the quality isn’t razor-sharp, the rarity and historical significance make these photos priceless. These iconic shots were taken on April 21, 1979, at the University of Colorado’s Balch Fieldhouse in Boulder...2024-12-1532 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastIt's Straturday Night! East Bay Adventures: #Guitars, Records, Gig & Unboxings! 12/14/24 🎸🎶📦Tonight on Straturday Night—Get Ready for an Epic Recap!
Join me, Johnny Beane, as we relive an unforgettable day of East Bay adventures! Yesterday, Bay Area Rich and I hit the road, and trust me—you don’t want to miss this lineup:
🎸 Stop 1: Danville Music – A guitar shop paradise filled with incredible gear. We’ll share what we saw (and played)!
💿 Stop 2: Up the Creek Records, Walnut Creek – Get a sneak peek at this amazing record store, which I’ll be featuring soon on my channel!
🍔 Lunch Break in Lafayette, CA – Where good food fueled the day.
☕ Starbucks Stop – Every great adventur...2024-12-142h 03
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: $18M Fake Guitar Seizure, New Kramer Finishes & Hello Kitty! 11/26/24Tonight on Talking Guitars—Don’t Miss It!
We’re diving into the largest bust of fake musical instruments in history—$18 MILLION worth of counterfeit guitars seized, with Gibson leading the charge! 🔥
PLUS, we check out the brand-new 1984 Kramer guitars with killer new finishes that will blow your mind! 🎸 And wait for it…I reveal my brand-new Hello Kitty guitar, thanks to Bay Area Rich! (A dedicated video is on the way!) 💕🎶
But that’s not all—Black Friday deals are heating up, and we’ve got a Joe Bonamassa CD & DVD set giveaway for one lucky viewer!
All this and so much more, tonight on...2024-11-252h 21
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar Seeks Peace With Alex! New Eddie #VanHalen Tribute Song! 11/23/24https://youtube.com/live/VN9eIzYQat4
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into the brand new Rolling Stone interview with Sammy Hagar! Hear what Sammy has to say about making peace with Alex Van Halen, his emotional new song paying tribute to the legendary Edward Van Halen, and all the buzz around his upcoming Las Vegas residency. Don’t miss out on the ultimate Van Halen discussion—follow us now for everything Van Halen, right here on Johnny Beane TV!
“Exclusively Van Halen" is the ultimate destination for all things Van Halen. Step into the world of rock a...2024-11-2336 minThe Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Guitar NEWS & more! #guitartalk #blackfriday 11/22/24https://youtube.com/live/Eof33EtOdIY
Tonight on Talking Guitars, we’re diving into the hottest Black Friday guitar deals you won’t want to miss! We’ll explore some killer finds online, and I’ll showcase a few guitars from my studio that are lined up for exciting upgrades. Plus, Ron’s tearing down a bass guitar for a custom repaint—don’t miss the transformation!
We’re also taking a dive into the Spark Mini Steve Vai amplifier and the world of modeling amps—are they the future of tone? And to top it off, we’re giving away an exclusive Gu...2024-11-222h 24
The Hot Jazz Network PodcastJohnny Beane | Podcaster, YouTuber, and Twitch gamerGreat Podcast with my friend Johnny. For those who aren't familiar, Johnny Beane is a versatile guitarist, musician, talk show host, guitar gear reviewer, and IRL streamer known for his passion for music. As a podcaster, YouTuber, and Twitch gamer, Johnny combines his love for music and gaming, creating engaging content for fans of guitar, gear, and gaming alike. Whether he’s breaking down legendary riffs, exploring iconic gear, or connecting with fans on live streams, Johnny brings energy and expertise to every platform.2024-11-161h 30
The Bogus Otis Show: 9 Degrees of Sammy HagarS4 Episode 012: Jammin' with JOHNNY BEANE!In this episode the Bo-Hosts welcome fellow content creator, podcaster, gearhead and mega VH fan, the incomparable Johnny Beane! Johnny is also the host of his own popular YouTube channel; JohnnyBeane TV, where you will find weekly LIVE Guitar & music conversations, plus LOTS of EVH & Van Halen Guitar chats! Johnny's a fun hang and the conversation meanders from our fav Sammy albums, to AVH's new book, a pit stop at Satch and the BOAW tour, reminisces on what could have been after Balance, and we go WAY down the rabbit hole of EVH guitars, gear and chasin' tone! 2024-11-141h 24
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen NEWS! UNFINISHED COMPLETE TRACK IS OUT! 10/21/24https://youtube.com/live/bbEbsxo2-dc
🎸 Today on Exclusively Van Halen 🎸: Alex Van Halen made a special appearance at Barnes & Noble, signing copies of his brand-new book, Brothers! 📖 In the book, Alex opens up about growing up alongside his brother, the legendary Edward Van Halen.
And here’s the kicker—an audiobook exclusive track called “Unfinished” has officially dropped! 🎶 The full version is now available on the Van Halen website, and we’ve got all the details.
Catch the full breakdown only on Exclusively Van Halen, the go-to Van Halen show on YouTube, right here on Johnny Beane TV! 📺 Don’t miss it!
#wearevanhalen...2024-10-2232 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: Guitar Player Magazine Digital Leap & Acoustic Harmony Sovereign Unveiling 10/11/24https://youtube.com/live/-RbyYV3mvj0
In this thrilling episode of 'Talking Guitars,' we explore a major shift in the guitar world as Guitar Player Magazine moves from print to a fully digital format! But that’s not all—Johnny unveils a rare gem from his collection, an acoustic Harmony Sovereign from the early '70s. He not only shares the guitar’s history but also plays it live for the audience, bringing its warm, vintage tone to life. It’s a must-see for guitar lovers and vintage gear enthusiasts alike!2024-10-122h 17
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: TONECHASER author Steve Rosen #vanhalen 10/8/24https://youtube.com/live/e_VCgkxeY54
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we sit down with Steve Rosen, author of Tone Chaser: Understanding Edward, My 26-Year Journey with Edward Van Halen. Steve dives deep into some incredible stories from his time with Eddie, sharing personal memories that only a close friend and rock journalist could have. We also explore Steve’s years of writing for top music magazines, getting behind-the-scenes access to some iconic moments in rock history. Plus, Steve is parting with some rare and cherished Van Halen memorabilia, and we get an exclusive first look at these in...2024-10-091h 43
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Red Vinyl Release, Dweezil Zappa’s EVH Session, Rare Auction News - 10/3/24https://www.youtube.com/live/Xixhcd7yYj0?si=WdbDTBlVFO_lI-Yk
On today’s Exclusively Van Halen, we dropped some epic news! The legendary Van Halen Live in Dallas 1991 concert is getting an exclusive red vinyl release for Record Store Day next month, and I’ll be grabbing a few for giveaways—so make sure you’re following!
We also uncovered an awesome story about Dweezil Zappa recording Eddie Van Halen at 5150 for an unreleased project. Plus, Extreme recently ripped through “Mean Street” at a show in Canada—how cool is that?
And get ready—David Lee Roth’s massive inflatable microphone from th...2024-10-031h 03
The Johnny Beane PodcastIt’s Straturday Night! Live Gigs, Guitar Mods, & SXSW Stories! 09/28/24https://youtube.com/live/m6IW6UkGowI
Tonight's show was packed! We dove into the realities of playing live gigs and what it’s really like to be a pro guitar player in a touring band. From dealing with sound tech issues to amplifiers, it was all on the table. We also talked about the legendary South by Southwest, where Johnny rocked the stage. Plus, Ron got hands-on grinding down a Floyd Rose nut on a Charvel, while Johnny tore apart a Jackson Mutt guitar, setting the stage for a killer rebuild in an upcoming episode. Oh, and we gave aw...2024-09-292h 48
The Johnny Beane PodcastExclusively Van Halen: Gene Simmons' Regrets, EVH & AVH Sibling Rankings 9/24/24https://youtube.com/live/JpgzlhLz3XE
Tonight on "Exclusively Van Halen", we covered some exciting Van Halen news, including Gene Simmons’ regret over not signing Van Halen to his record label back in the day. We also shared the story of how Kenny Wayne Shepard’s father gave Valerie Bertinelli backstage passes to meet Eddie for the first time in 1980. Plus, we discussed where Eddie and Alex ranked among the top 20 siblings in rock and roll history. We even gave away a copy of Steve Rosen's *Tone Chaser* book. Make sure to subscribe, follow, and join us for the next epis...2024-09-252h 10The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars: LIVE! My NEW Studio! #bosspedals #seymourduncan #guitarnews #johnnybeaneTV 9/6/24https://www.youtube.com/live/Tgjoo8lJQ0U?si=oUg48lexT0P-Nuz3
Tonight on "Talking Guitars," it's the exciting debut of my brand-new studio! We dive into the latest gear, including the highly anticipated Boss SDE-3 Dual Digital Delay—I'm a huge delay fan, and I can't wait to try it out! Also on the agenda are the fresh new pickup colors for the Nazgûl™ & Sentient humbuckers from Seymour Duncan, plus an exciting update from Floyd Rose, who now offers a new radius option for their tremolo systems. All this and more, tonight on Johnny Beane TV! Don’t miss it...2024-09-071h 34
The Johnny Beane PodcastNEW EVH Gear Frankenstein Relic Series Finishes! STAR! Wolfgang! 2024 Preorders! Van Halen 7/1/24https://www.youtube.com/live/D37EnkcHbQc?si=1pGYI35JatQwNPOK
Pre-orders are now available for the limited edition 2024 Frankenstein Relic Series from EVH Gear. This series features stunning finishes, including Blue Burst, Silver Burst, and Vintage Sunburst. The EVH Star boasts several new finishes and introduces the new 5150 headstock design. The Wolfgang line also offers fresh finishes. Additionally, the 5150 Iconic Series now includes the EL 34 80W & 40W combo in an eye-catching black and gold version. For the latest discussions and updates on EVH Gear and Van Halen, subscribe to Johnny Beane on YouTube.2024-07-0238 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastThe Guitar ASMR Show! REVIEW & DEMO! GuitarASMR GuitarShow LIVE! 6/30/24https://www.youtube.com/live/57P_yA1y8ao?si=yB81C4_aO-fzzXO5
Tune in to Guitar ASMR hosted by Johnny Beane every Sunday at 10 PM ET, 7 PM PT for captivating guitar reviews and demos. With soothing ASMR vibes, you'll feel immersed in Johnny's mesmerizing melodies. Subscribe to the Johnny Beane YouTube channel for top-notch content and never miss a moment. Grab your headphones and join the musical journey!
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ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. It refers to a tingling or pleasurable sensation that some people experience in response to certain auditory...2024-07-011h 02
The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking With Drummer Francis Valentino David Lee Roth Band LIVE! 6/17/24https://www.youtube.com/live/pPIJRDrEHow?si=jcwEhAjl0w7lB4wn
In 2006, Francis joined the New Jersey-based rock band Outside the Box which achieved local and regional notoriety by performing with or opening for many national acts. Outside the Box was named the house band at The Stone Pony club in Asbury Park, NJ from 2010 to 2013. Outside The Box released one full-length album entitled "Bridge” which was produced by Jeff Kazee.
Valentino joined Southside Johnny & The Poor Fools in late 2012. A side project of Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes, The Poor Fools released one full-length Americana album entitled “Songs From The...2024-06-181h 32
The Johnny Beane PodcastThe Guitar ASMR Show! REVIEW & DEMO! GuitarASMR GuitarShow LIVE! 6/16/24https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCRXmpV3MuY
Tune in to Guitar ASMR hosted by Johnny Beane every Sunday at 11 PM ET, 8 PM PT for captivating guitar reviews and demos. With soothing ASMR vibes, you'll feel immersed in Johnny's mesmerizing melodies. Subscribe to the Johnny Beane YouTube channel for top-notch content and never miss a moment. Grab your headphones and join the musical journey!
Help support the channel with channel memberships!
ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. It refers to a tingling or pleasurable sensation that some people experience in response to certain auditory or visual triggers. ASMR videos...2024-06-171h 00
And The Podcast Will RockDiver Down Rankings Part 2Part 2 of our Diver Down rankings reveal show featuring Youtube star Johnny Beane, Darren Paltrowitz, author of the DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed The World and Chris L. from Pod Of Thunder!Wanna be a part of the show? Join our Patreon!You can follow us on Twitter @PodcastWillRock, Facebook at And The Podcast Will Rock and you can check out our website at www.podcastwillrock.com.Proud member of The Deep Dive Podcast Network, www.deepdivepodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-081h 23And The Podcast Will RockDiver Down Rankings Part 1Our All Star panel is back featuring Youtube star Johnny Beane, Darren Paltrowitz, author of the DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed The World and Chris L. from Pod Of Thunder to help unveil our show rankings for the album "Diver Down". The conversation was so good we had to split it into two parts!Wanna be a part of the show? Join our Patreon!You can follow us on Twitter @PodcastWillRock, Facebook at And The Podcast Will Rock and you can check out our website at www.podcastwillrock.com.Proud member of The Deep Dive Podcast Network, www.deepdivepodcastnetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-081h 19
The Johnny Beane PodcastThe Guitar ASMR Show! EVH GEAR SA-126 REVIEW! LIVE! 6/2/24https://youtube.com/live/zAAaL8XiIvU?feature=share
The EVH SA-126 Special is a semi-hollow electric guitar designed by Wolfgang Van Halen. It has a mahogany body, basswood center block, and a bolt-on mahogany neck with an EVH modified “C” neck shape. The guitar has a 12 to 16 inch compound ebony fingerboard with jumbo frets and triple block inlays on a graphite reinforced mahogany neck. It also has a three-way toggle at the upper horn to switch between bridge, bridge, and neck pickups, as well as two volumes and two tones to control. The SA-126 Special has a scale length of 24.75 inch...2024-06-031h 28The Johnny Beane PodcastTalking Guitars! LIVE! 3/29/24Talking Guitars! LIVE! 3/29/24 by Johnny Beane2024-03-303h 14
Locked On Bills - Daily Podcast On The Buffalo BillsBuffalo Bills NFL Draft DT Targets: Johnny Newton, Kris Jenkins, Braden Fiske, Michael Hall & more!The 2024 NFL Draft is right around the corner so we’re exploring potential Buffalo Bills targets in the early rounds. On today's episode, Host Joe Marino shares his evaluation on several defensive tackle prospects for the Buffalo Bills. The show is focused on the Buffalo Bills, NFL Draft, Josh Allen, Brandon Beane, Sean McDermott, Joe Brady, Bobby Babich, Ed Oliver, Daquan Jones, Austin Johnson, Johnny Newton, Jer’Zhan Newton, Illinois, Bryon Murphy II, Texas Longhorns, Kris Jenkins, Michigan Wolverines, Braden Fiske, Florida State Seminoles, Michael Hall Jr., Ohio State Buckeyes, Ruke Orhorhoro, Clemson Tigers and more! JOIN THE...2024-03-2629 min
The Johnny Beane PodcastIt's The Johnny Beane New Years EVE Special! LIVE! 12/31/23https://youtube.com/live/dAl4HCWB4EY?feature=share2024-01-013h 26And The Podcast Will RockWomen And Children First Rankings Part 2Part 2 of our rankings of Women And Children First, find out where the top 4 tracks ranked! Plus we have a special appearance by Johnny Beane!Catch Chris L. on Pod Of ThunderJoin Chaz on Rush RashListen to Booked On Rock with the legendary Eric SenichWanna be a part of the show? Join our Patreon!You can follow us on Twitter @PodcastWillRock and you can check out our website at www.podcastwillrock.comProud member of The Deep Dive Podcast Network, www.deepdivepodcastnetwork.com--- Send in a voice message: https://p2023-10-131h 21
The Pat McAfee ShowPMS 2.0 947 - Feel Good Friday With Ricky Williams, Johnny Manziel, Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane, & AJ HawkOn today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's Hall of Fame game, their thoughts on what we saw from both the Jets and Browns, if the Hall of Fame game in it's current form needs to exist, and everything else happening in the NFL. Joining the progrum is 5th pick of the 1999 NFL Draft, Pro Bowler, All-Pro, Heisman Trophy winner, Ricky Williams to chat about his new business ventures since retiring, his thoughts on the Running Back market, where he thinks the RB position is going to go in the future, his interests in...2023-08-042h 40
The Catawba ChroniclesCustom Homes and Simple Living with Johnny Beane of Beason HomesIn the next episode of the Catawba Chronicles podcast, Johnny Beane from Beason Homes discusses building custom homes for the local community and what it took to get here.Support the show2023-01-2348 min
I Guess I Just Miss My FriendFilm with a job you want: Creed and MoneyballYou can't learn anything when you're talking. That's a fact of life. As long as you're talking, you're not listening. So stop talking and start listening!
Creed is a 2015 American sports drama film directed by Ryan Coogler and written by Coogler and Aaron Covington from a story by Coogler. Michael B. Jordan stars as Adonis "Donnie" Johnson Creed, Apollo Creed's son, with Sylvester Stallone reprising the role of Rocky Balboa.
Moneyball is a 2011 American biographical sports drama film directed by Bennett Miller and written by Steven Zaillian and Aaron Sorkin. The film is based...2020-11-152h 11
MULLY'S PLACE PODCASTPeavey Wolfgang vs Peavey HP™2 – MULLYTonight Johnny Beane and Jeremy Hefner join me on the podcast to talk about the new Peavey HP™2 guitar that is coming out this weekend [...]2017-07-131h 50