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Podcast: The Johnny Beane Podcast
Episode: Exclusively Van Halen: Wolfgang Van Halen Honors Alex with Drum Tribute & Stories! #Drumeo 5/20/25
Description: Wolfgang 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:
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