Released 1983
1984
Van Halen1984: discovering Van Halen's artistry
1984- Album Overview The album "1984" by Van Halen was released on January 9, 1984, marking a significant point in th…
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Released 1986
5150
Van HalenInside the atmosphere of Van Halen's 5150
5150- Album Overview Van Halen's "5150," released on March 24, 1986, marks a pivotal moment in the band's evolution, …
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Released 2012
A Different Kind of Truth
Van HalenOne week with A Different Kind of Truth: thoughts on Van Halen
A Different Kind of Truth- Album Overview Released on February 7, 2012, "A Different Kind of Truth" marked Van Halen'…
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Released 1995
Balance
Van HalenExploring the sound of Van Halen: Balance
Balance- Album Overview Released on January 24, 1995, "Balance" is the tenth studio album by the iconic American rock…
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Released 1982
Diver Down
Van HalenReview of Van Halen – Diver Down
Diver Down- Album Overview "Diver Down," released on April 14, 1982, is the fifth studio album by the American rock b…
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Released 1981
Fair Warning
Van HalenVan Halen – Fair Warning: a sonic journey
Fair Warning- Album Overview Released on April 29, 1981, "Fair Warning" is the fourth studio album by the iconic Amer…
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Released 1991
For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge
Van HalenDiving deep into For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge by Van Halen
For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge- Album Overview For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge, commonly abbreviated as F.U.C.K., is the…
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Released 1988
OU812
Van HalenAlbum spotlight: Van Halen – OU812
OU812- Album Overview Released on May 20, 1988, "OU812" is the eighth studio album by the iconic American rock band V…
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Released 1978
Van Halen
Van HalenVan Halen: what Van Halen wants you to feel
Van Halen- Album Overview Released on February 10, 1978, Van Halen's self-titled debut album marked a seismic shift i…
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Released 1979
Van Halen II
Van HalenVan Halen returns with Van Halen II
Van Halen II- Album Overview Released on March 26, 1979, "Van Halen II" is the second studio album by the American ro…
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Released 1998
Van Halen III
Van HalenVan Halen III: discovering Van Halen's artistry
Van Halen III- Album Overview Van Halen III, released on March 17, 1998, marks a significant chapter in the storied h…
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Released 1980
Women and Children First
Van HalenUnpacking Van Halen's Women and Children First
Women and Children First- Album Overview Released on March 26, 1980, "Women and Children First" is the third studio a…
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