Greetings! Nooby Alert!

**LtBennett** · 06.10.07, 08:58 AM

Hiya! I've been lurking around here for awhile now and finally figured it is time to join and take part in this forums that pay tribute to "The Mighty Van Halen".

I'm 33yo, and I saw VH thrice, back in '04 (Omaha, Ames, and Rapid City). I had a great time at all three and was in the front row for Omaha and Ames, and the 3rd row for Rapid City.

DLR, Sammy, or Gary? That seems to be the biggest source of aggression in this place. For me, I have to bow on that dsicussion because I am one of the few who believe each lead singer brought their own unique talents and each "era" of VH is awesome in its own right. As long as the "core" remains healthy and true, VH will always be a powerful thing.

My buddy and I went to a "Fair Warning" (VH tribute band) concert this past weekend here in Sioux Falls. I was in awe. First, their image was striking. The lead singer has DLR's persona down in a hypnotic way, and "Chubby Eddie" has EVH's persona down as well, even the facial expressions while playing the guitar. Second, the music and vocals were surprisingly close. While not "EXACT", it was obvious these guys pay close attention to detail. They are very entertaining and we had a great time.

Anyway... thanks for reading this "noobie's" post. See ya around!

**vhrocker** · 06.10.07, 09:01 AM

Welcome to the links LtBennett!!!

**Wolfgang_'99** · 06.10.07, 10:02 AM

Welcome dude. See ya around.

**vh_chick** · 06.10.07, 10:06 AM

Welcome to our dysfunctional family, Lt. B!

Shari

**VanHalenIV2008** · 06.10.07, 12:52 PM

I am new here too. I've loved Van Halen since 1995, when my dad took me to see them on the Balance tour. As far as I can remember, Ed's playing was great, Sammy's voice was great, and Mike and Al did fantastic. It was a great show. I was 9 years old in 1996...and I saw the VMA's. I remember being extremely angry when they broke up again. I didn't even know there was a VH3 until up about last year. I saw them in 2004, they were par at best. I didn't buy BOBW cause I didn't need it, I have every album on CD + Best of compilation. I think EVH is a major inspiration to me guitar-playing wise, I've been playing for 5-6 years. I've been lurking here for almost a year, just coming to see what is happening in VH news. The soap opera, to some extent, is exciting. I prefer both Dave and Sammy and would do anything to see the real Van Halen.

**belikemike** · 06.10.07, 02:07 PM

welcome aboard, mate. if dysfuntion, ignorance, paranoia, and bitter battles that will never be won, lost or go away entertains you..you'll have a lot of fun here

**Van Halens** · 06.10.07, 02:25 PM

Welcome aboard, LtBennett!

**Van Halens** · 06.10.07, 02:27 PM

Originally Posted by VanHalenIV2008

I am new here too. I've loved Van Halen since 1995, when my dad took me to see them on the Balance tour. As far as I can remember, Ed's playing was great, Sammy's voice was great, and Mike and Al did fantastic. It was a great show. I was 9 years old in 1996...and I saw the VMA's. I remember being extremely angry when they broke up again. I didn't even know there was a VH3 until up about last year. I saw them in 2004, they were par at best. I didn't buy BOBW cause I didn't need it, I have every album on CD + Best of compilation. I think EVH is a major inspiration to me guitar-playing wise, I've been playing for 5-6 years. I've been lurking here for almost a year, just coming to see what is happening in VH news. The soap opera, to some extent, is exciting. I prefer both Dave and Sammy and would do anything to see the real Van Halen.

Welcome aboard too, VanHalenIV2008!

**ZachenFoot** · 06.10.07, 02:28 PM

Originally Posted by LtBennett

Hiya! I've been lurking around here for awhile now and finally figured it is time to join and take part in this forums that pay tribute to "The Mighty Van Halen".

I'm 33yo, and I saw VH thrice, back in '04 (Omaha, Ames, and Rapid City). I had a great time at all three and was in the front row for Omaha and Ames, and the 3rd row for Rapid City.

DLR, Sammy, or Gary? That seems to be the biggest source of aggression in this place. For me, I have to bow on that dsicussion because I am one of the few who believe each lead singer brought their own unique talents and each "era" of VH is awesome in its own right. As long as the "core" remains healthy and true, VH will always be a powerful thing.

My buddy and I went to a "Fair Warning" (VH tribute band) concert this past weekend here in Sioux Falls. I was in awe. First, their image was striking. The lead singer has DLR's persona down in a hypnotic way, and "Chubby Eddie" has EVH's persona down as well, even the facial expressions while playing the guitar. Second, the music and vocals were surprisingly close. While not "EXACT", it was obvious these guys pay close attention to detail. They are very entertaining and we had a great time.

Anyway... thanks for reading this "noobie's" post. See ya around!

Oh no! Not another n-n-n-noobie!!

Just kidding. Welcome aboard, you'll like it around here!

**BREW CREW** · 06.10.07, 04:08 PM

Welcome new dudes, I am the old dude!

**Scotty** · 06.10.07, 05:19 PM

Welcome to the show, fellas. I'm moving this to non, where "welcome" threads typically go.

Enjoy the site.

**ZeoBandit** · 06.10.07, 05:41 PM

Welcome to the Links!

**smithjc** · 06.10.07, 05:53 PM

Welcome newbies.

**Axxman300** · 06.10.07, 07:20 PM

Welcome LtBennet, make yourself at home. Put your feet on the furnature, if you''ve got chew then use a cup and BYOB. Cuss all you want and crank the Van Halen.