The Johnny Beane Podcast

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  1. Van Halen 5150: The Album That Changed Everything

    3D AGO

    Van Halen 5150: The Album That Changed Everything

    Tonight on Exclusively Van Halen, we’re diving into the making of 5150—the album that changed everything for Van Halen. After the departure of David Lee Roth, the band brought in Sammy Hagar and kicked off a whole new era. We’ll talk about how Eddie Van Halen expanded the band’s sound with keyboards, the pressure of creating a make-or-break record, and the role Mick Jones played in shaping the album behind the scenes. From the intense sessions at 5150 Studios to the powerful vocals on tracks like Dreams, this is the story of how the band reinvented itself—and came out on top. 5150 didn’t just succeed—it became Van Halen’s first #1 album and proved they could evolve and still dominate. Join the conversation and let me know—where does 5150 rank for you in the Van Halen catalog? 🎸 Exclusively Van Halen is your ultimate destination for everything VH! If you love Van Halen, be sure to like, share, and subscribe to Johnny Beane TV, and join the celebration in the comments—because it’s officially “5150 time!” 🤘 #VanHalen #5150 #SammyHagar #EddieVanHalen #DavidLeeRoth #GuitarTalk #RockHistory #JohnnyBeaneTV

    36 min
  2. Van Halen – Diver Down: Celebrating the Iconic 1982 Album Anniversary

    5D AGO

    Van Halen – Diver Down: Celebrating the Iconic 1982 Album Anniversary

    🎧 Celebrating Diver Down – Van Halen’s Classic Album (Released April 14, 1982) Van Halen’s fifth studio album, Diver Down, was released on April 14, 1982, and remains one of the band’s most recognizable and commercially successful records. The album spent an impressive 65 weeks on the U.S. Billboard charts and had sold over 4 million copies in the United States by 1998, solidifying its place in rock history. 🚩 Iconic Album Artwork The instantly recognizable red-and-white “diver down” flag symbolizes something hidden beneath the surface—perfectly reflecting the band’s layered sound and explosive energy. David Lee Roth explained that it represented “something going on that’s not apparent to your eyes.” Van Halen’s manager Noel Monk later revealed a playful double meaning—“dive her down”—in his memoir Running with the Devil. 📸 Back Cover Photo The album’s back cover features a dynamic live photo of the band taken by Richard Aaron at the Tangerine Bowl in Orlando, Florida, on October 24, 1981, during a performance opening for The Rolling Stones. 🎵 Notable Tracks and Covers Of the album’s 12 tracks, five are cover songs, showcasing the band’s ability to reinterpret classics with their signature style. The standout hit is their high-energy version of “(Oh) Pretty Woman,” originally recorded by Roy Orbison, which became one of the album’s biggest successes. 🎙 Eddie Van Halen on the Making of Diver Down “After the Fair Warning tour, we planned to take a break. Dave wanted to release a single—originally Dancing in the Streets. But I couldn’t vibe with it. Instead, I suggested Pretty Woman. We recorded it in a day at Sunset Sound, and it took off. Warner Bros. said, ‘You’ve got a hit—time to make an album!’ We jumped in with no rest and made Diver Down in just 12 days. It was a lot of fun.” — Eddie Van Halen 🛒 Featured Gear 📱 UGREEN Phone Stand Desk: https://a.co/d/11q0UK2 📸 UBeesize Phone Tripod: https://a.co/d/gEIizVI These are affiliate links—thanks for your support! 🎸 Shop My Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/johnnybeane 📲 Follow Johnny Beane 🌐 Website: www.johnnybeane.com 📘 Facebook: http://facebook.com/johnnybeane 📸 Instagram: @johnnybeane 🐦 Twitter/X: @johnnybeane 🎵 TikTok: @johnnybeanetv 🎸 Join One of the Biggest Van Halen Facebook Groups http://facebook.com/groups/EVHFANPAGE 📬 Send Fan Mail or Products for Review Johnny Beane 4768 Soquel Dr, Box 232 Soquel, CA 95073, USA 💥 Subscribe to Johnny Beane TV for everything Van Halen—live shows, rare guitars, interviews, gear demos, and deep cuts from the band’s legendary catalog. #VanHalen #DiverDown #EddieVanHalen #DavidLeeRoth #JohnnyBeaneTV #ExclusivelyVanHalen

    33 min
  3. Legendary Guitars at Auction: Eddie Van Halen, Eric Clapton & Keith Richards!

    APR 12

    Legendary Guitars at Auction: Eddie Van Halen, Eric Clapton & Keith Richards!

    On this episode of Talking Guitars, we explore an incredible collection of rock and roll history now up for auction through Backstage Auctions. This remarkable lineup of instruments—once owned, played, or modified by legends like Eddie Van Halen, Eric Clapton, and Keith Richards—is expected to fetch a combined total of more than $1.5 million. One of the standout pieces is a Don Musser acoustic guitar reportedly used by Eddie Van Halen during the recording of Balance and Van Halen III, and heard on tracks such as “Take Me Back,” “Without You,” and “Neworld.” The auction also features Eric Clapton’s 1974 Fender Stratocaster, later gifted to Ronnie Lane of the Small Faces, as well as Keith Richards’ 2005 Duesenberg Starplayer Outlaw, a unique birthday gift to Ian McLagan, complete with a striking custom pearl mosaic finish and chrome skull knobs. Adding a touch of Hollywood nostalgia, the auction includes a Gibson acoustic guitar used during the filming of Viva Las Vegas, starring Elvis Presley. Also featured is McLagan’s customized 1965 Fender Telecaster, fitted with a Stratocaster neck and later used by Steve Marriott to record Small Faces classics like “Tin Soldier” and “All or Nothing.” With many items coming from the estate of Ian McLagan, this auction represents a rare opportunity for collectors and fans to own a true piece of rock and roll history. 👉 Join the conversation: Which of these legendary guitars would you add to your collection? Let us know in the comments! 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more guitar news, gear discussions, and rock history right here on Johnny Beane TV. #TalkingGuitars #EddieVanHalen #EricClapton #KeithRichards #JohnnyBeaneTV

    23 min
  4. 1980's? Dean Playmate Makeover: Restring & Restore This Vintage Guitar!

    APR 11

    1980's? Dean Playmate Makeover: Restring & Restore This Vintage Guitar!

    On this Straturday episode, we bring a Dean Playmate electric guitar back to life! 🔧🎸 Watch as we restring, clean, and explore this cool budget axe featuring a humbucker and single-coil pickup configuration. These guitars were produced sometime between the mid-to-late 1980s and the 1990s, but the exact year remains a mystery. If you have any insights, be sure to drop a comment and share your knowledge with the community! If you love guitar workbench projects, budget guitar reviews, and all things rock, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Johnny Beane TV for more hands-on gear content. 🎸🔥 Welcome to STRATURDAY NIGHT — Your Saturday Night Guitar Destination! Riffs, mods, tone & mayhem every week — live guitar builds, screaming demos, wild stories, and nonstop laughs. Whether you’re a shredder, gearhead, or weekend warrior, THIS is your Saturday night hang. 📌 Subscribe: 🔔 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/user/johnnybeane?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Website → http://johnnybeane.com 📲 Follow Johnny Beane TV: 📸 Instagram → https://instagram.com/johnnybeane 🐦 Twitter/X → https://twitter.com/johnnybeane 📘 Facebook → https://facebook.com/johnnybeane 💎 Extra Links: 👨‍💻 Stream like a Rockstar → https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536 ⚡ Power up the stream while LIVE → !tip | !s | !merch | !sub | !thumbs 🛒 Gear Up & Support the Show: 🎸 Lock-It Guitar Strap → Sweetwater: http://sweetwater.sjv.io/GKBjEL | Amazon: https://amzn.to/4g5udJL 🛡️ Ernie Ball Rubber Strap Blocks → Sweetwater: http://sweetwater.sjv.io/nXgvmV | Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX3Pjy 🌀 Dunlop EVH Tortex Frankenstein Picks (.60mm) → http://sweetwater.sjv.io/WyY0LA 🛠️ D’Addario Guitar Dock → Sweetwater: http://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKZGkQ | Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cHpZGu 🎸 D'Addario Brass Strap End Pins → http://sweetwater.sjv.io/BnLXdy 🎯 Stew Mac Pure Tone Stereo 1/4" Jack → https://amzn.to/46fLlrG #DeanGuitars #Straturday #GuitarWorkbench #JohnnyBeaneTV 🎸🔥 🎸🥁🔥

    1h 4m
  5. David Lee Roth Joins Teddy Swims at Coachella 2026 for Epic Van Halen 'Jump' Performance Live Stage!

    APR 10

    David Lee Roth Joins Teddy Swims at Coachella 2026 for Epic Van Halen 'Jump' Performance Live Stage!

    Rock history met the desert today at Coachella 2026 when David Lee Roth made a surprise appearance during Teddy Swims’ set. Roth hit the stage for a high-energy performance of Jump, sending the crowd into a frenzy as one of Van Halen’s biggest anthems echoed across the festival grounds. The appearance was part of a stacked set that featured multiple surprise guests, but Roth’s return to a major live stage—bringing that classic swagger and charisma—was a standout moment and a huge nod to Van Halen’s lasting impact on rock and pop culture. #VanHalen #DavidLeeRoth #Coachella #teddyswims

    13 min
  6. Steve Vai’s Virtuoso Formula + VixxNoxx LED Guitar Picks Demo | Guitar News LIVE

    APR 10

    Steve Vai’s Virtuoso Formula + VixxNoxx LED Guitar Picks Demo | Guitar News LIVE

    What does it really take to become a guitar virtuoso? According to Steve Vai, the answer is surprisingly simple—yet incredibly demanding. In this episode, we dive into Vai’s powerful insight that elite-level guitar playing isn’t a mystery at all. It’s an “intellectual exercise” built on relentless discipline, focus, and countless hours of dedicated practice. From the explosive shred era of the 1980s to today’s social media landscape filled with jaw-dropping players, virtuosity has long been the dream of aspiring guitarists. Steve Vai’s formula proves that greatness is within reach for anyone willing to commit to the journey—though not everyone will enjoy the hard work it requires! Alongside this inspiring discussion, I also demo the VIXXNOXX LED-powered guitar picks, showcasing their vibrant glow and performance while playing my Taylor SF Giants acoustic guitar. These eye-catching picks add a unique visual flair, perfect for live performances and late-night jam sessions. If you're passionate about rock, guitar mastery, and cool new gear, this episode is for you! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more rock and guitar content. 🎸 TALKING GUITARS: Music & Guitar News LIVE! 🤘 Join us LIVE for another epic Guitar LIVE Stream — we’re talking guitars, gear, tone & mods, plus the latest music and guitar news from around the world! 🎶 👇 Tune in LIVE, jump in the chat, and let’s talk guitars! If you’re into guitars, gear, and music news, you’re in the right place — smash that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hang with us because Talking Guitars is where the party’s at! 🎉 🔥 Every Week on Johnny Beane TV — Your Ultimate Guitar Hangout! ⚡ Epic Guitar & Gear Unboxings 🔧 Mod Tips, Pro Tricks & DIY Hacks 🎤 Live Q&As with Players Worldwide 🚨 Breaking Gear News, Leaks & First Looks 🎸 Guitar Stories, Artist Access & Backstage Vibes 🎁 Surprise Giveaways You Don’t Want to Miss 👍 Smash that LIKE 🔔 Hit SUBSCRIBE 💬 Drop a comment — You’re part of the crew! 🎥 Want Your Stream to Look Pro? 👉 StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536 #Guitar #ElectricGuitar #GuitarMods #GuitarTone 🎸🔥

    42 min
  7. It’s Officially 5150 Time! Van Halen’s Classic Album Hits UK Bestseller Charts! #vanhalen

    APR 7

    It’s Officially 5150 Time! Van Halen’s Classic Album Hits UK Bestseller Charts! #vanhalen

    🚨 Van Halen’s 5150 Makes History in the UK! 🚨 On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into an incredible story—Van Halen’s iconic album 5150 has become a UK bestseller more than 40 years after its original release! 🎉 Released in 1986, 5150 marked a pivotal moment for the band as Sammy Hagar stepped in as the new lead singer following the departure of David Lee Roth. The result? A massive commercial success that not only solidified the band’s evolution but also became their biggest album at the time, featuring classic hits like “Why Can’t This Be Love,” “Dreams,” and “Love Walks In.” Thanks to a recent reissue, 5150 is once again climbing the charts in the United Kingdom, proving that the legacy of Van Halen continues to resonate with fans across generations. 🎸 Exclusively Van Halen is your ultimate destination for everything VH! If you love Van Halen, be sure to like, share, and subscribe to Johnny Beane TV, and join the celebration in the comments—because it’s officially “5150 time!” 🤘 #VanHalen #eddievanhalen #SammyHagar #JohnnyBeaneTV

    33 min
  8. Donn Landee Passes Away – The Man Behind Van Halen’s Sound | Tribute & Legacy | April 5, 2026

    APR 5

    Donn Landee Passes Away – The Man Behind Van Halen’s Sound | Tribute & Legacy | April 5, 2026

    We’re going live right now on Exclusively Van Halen to talk about some very sad news in the VH world… the passing of Donn Landee. Donn wasn’t just an engineer—he was a huge part of the sound of Van Halen from the very beginning. From the early records to the work at 5150 Studios with Eddie Van Halen, his impact is all over the music we love. That signature tone, the space, the power—that was Donn Landee behind the board. Join us live as we talk about his legacy, his influence, and what he meant to the Van Halen sound. 🎚️ Donn Landee Credits: With Van Halen (Engineer / Mixer): Van Halen (1978) Van Halen II (1979) Women and Children First (1980) Fair Warning (1981) Diver Down (1982) 1984 (1984) 5150 (1986) OU812 (1988) For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge (Remaster 2023) Other Notable Credits: Ted Templeman collaborations (Warner Bros. era) The Doobie Brothers – engineering work on multiple albums Little Feat – engineering/mixing Sammy Hagar – solo work (pre- and post-Van Halen) Montrose – early sessions tied to the VH camp Work across Warner Bros. artists throughout the 1970s–1990s His ears helped shape one of the most iconic guitar tones in rock history—and the sound of a generation. #VanHalen #DonnLandee #EddieVanHalen #JohnnyBeaneTV 🎸

    27 min
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Native American - Dakota tribe citizen. Rock Musician, Guitarist & YouTube Rock Music Talk Shows/Podcasts LIVE Tue/Fri 8PM ET http://johnnybeane.TV 🎸 Twitch Affiliate 🎮

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  • Creator
    Johnny Beane
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    516
  • Rating
    Explicit
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