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VAN HALEN’S ‘BALANCE’ EXPANDED EDITION CELEBRATES 30 YEARS WITH UNRELEASED TRACKS WITH MODERN DRUMMER LEGEND ALEX VAN HALEN

Rock fans and drummers alike have reason to celebrate this summer as Rhino Records announces the arrival of Van Halen’s “Balance (Expanded Edition)”—a deluxe reissue of the band’s multi-platinum 1995 classic. Landing August 15 on 2LP, 2CD, and Blu-ray, the…

Modern Drummer
Jun 25, 2025

Drummer and Artist John Douglas

Talking About His Customizations and Artistic Endeavors A drummer and artist for his entire life, Douglas merged the two passions, ultimately becoming the premier drum customizer for international superstars including the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bon Jovi, Maná, Van Halen,…

Modern Drummer
Oct 3, 2019

Alex Van Halen: Bashing and Crashing In the Here and Now

by Ken Micallef Practically joined at the hip to his brother Eddie, nephew Wolfgang, and David Lee Roth, Alex Van Halen has finally returned to the road with the band that bears his name. It’s been four years since the…

Modern Drummer
Jan 15, 2008
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