Ed Van Halen was a lot more than his tapping solo. Unfortunately, all the other players in LA thought it was all tapping and dive bombs, and they became cartoon versions of Eddie: Pat Travers recalls how EVH gave rise to caricature impersonators
Pat Travers reflects on Eddie Van Halen's impact on the guitar scene, emphasizing that Van Halen's playing was much more than just tapping and dive-bombing. Travers shares how many guitarists became caricatures of Van Halen, missing the deeper melodic and rhythmical aspects of his style. This perspective is echoed by Wolfgang Van Halen, who notes that his father influenced the guitar landscape, often leading others to mimic rather than innovate their own sound.
Published on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 11:38 AM
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