:::What Does It Mean To You, If VH Tours This Summer?

[NDL]

I post on a number of forums, but it's only on this forum, that I have a genuine like and appreciation of some of the posters.

I'm not looking to rain on anyone's parade, but I see the enthusiasm of some posters about a 2019 summer tour, and I don't quite understand their enthusiasm.

Am I alone in this?

The only thing that would/could get me excited about Van Halen, is if the band were to exit with something unique. As other posters have mentioned, this year, Led Zeppelin has issued several unique items in celebration of the band.

If Van Halen were to do something like that; if they were to make peace, and reunite with, Mike, in the right way, if, if, if...hell yeah; I'd be stoked.

2015's tour showed a spiritless and bored EVH. His playing was flawless, but look at how DLR tried to play off of Ed; most times, it wasn't reciprocated. Wolf is a gifted musician and I respect his work, but he and Mike approach the stage very differently.

Conversely, the Circle's latest single sucks. The lyrics suck. Sam's singing isn't that great. I very much like VJ's tone, but that's where it ends. Yet, with all of that, if Sammy comes to town, there's a good chance that I would go and see him: the enthusiasm that he and Mike bring to the show is contagious; the Circle's bandmates are brimming with positivity. Who wouldn't want to be around that?

Back on Van Halen: I wouldn't want to see an encore of 2015, yet it's likely that that's what we would get in 2019. If anything, in spite of EVH, AVH, and WVH's excellence, a bored and spiritless EVH - who was or has been painted into a corner...the prospect of this is nothing for me to get stoked over.

Am I alone in this?

[belikemike]

I’m with you. Maybe a bit more negative than you.

I can’t think of a lineup that would really get me excited enough to go buy a ticket.

[PrideofPasadena]

Na, you're not alone. After three tours and one record it's bound to get stale, for some.

Personally, I'd like to see them....if it happens.
Don't know if I'll have to extra cash to do so but I still would.
It's really no different from The Stones. Its been a greatest hits tour for awhile now.
Yeah, it's not gonna change much but it's still a good time if you can go.

[Ashe]

I would go just to see Eddie play again in the same room as me--albeit an extremely large room. It was his playing that attracted me to this band. He doesn't owe me anything. He has given me so much over the years, so whatever he wants to give from here on out will be an awesome bonus. I'm not making any demands. He's getting older and won't tour forever. One day, he'll just say, "Nope, I'm not doing it anymore." His status as a legendary musician simply can't be stated enough. His talent is so rare. When Eddie finally decides to quit touring--it may have already happened, people are going to be saying, "Man, why didn't I go to that last tour just to see him play one more time?"

[JUNGLE DRUMMER]

I was about 20 feet ft from Ed at the 2nd show of the tour at Ridgfield in 2015, and also saw open ing night at White River, from right in front of the soundboard. Sorry, I didn't see a bored or spiritless Ed.

While I hope we get new product, and of course would love to see the original band back together, the truth is that the day is coming when all these guys won't be physically able to play or possibly not even above ground. If they tour in 2019 and beyond, I will see them and know that I won't have to worry about having any regret about not seeing them for their last tour, whenever that may be.

Kudos to those that do, but I have ZERO interest in seeing Sam and Mike in the Circle. Sure they are enthusiastic, but for me, it's a pretty average band and average show.

[JUNGLE DRUMMER]

Also, there is going to come a time where even Alex won't be able to blaze away on stuff like HFT, LUTS, Romeo Delight, and Everybody Wants Some!! As of the 2015 tour, that day had not yet come. When it does, I don't want to have the regret of thinking, "Damn, why didn't I see him that one last time when I had the chance?"

[Van Squalen]

I’m always gonna see Eddie live if he tours. If they tour I’ll be there...unless they’re playing a short set opening for some other less pertinent to me band in a stadium. Not worth the crowds or the hassle or the dough if it’s VH4 for 45 minutes.

I dunno if I’m gonna see the Circle. I saw em in ‘17, it was good, but not the ‘Foot good.

I’d be VIP all the way for the OG Foot or the OG VH doing a club run.

[NDL]

I appreciate the replies of all, and the diversity of opinion that's been expressed.

I was about 20 feet ft from Ed at the 2nd show of the tour at Ridgfield in 2015, and also saw open ing night at White River, from right in front of the soundboard. Sorry, I didn't see a bored or spiritless Ed.

I won't debate the point, considering that I wasn't there .

May I ask what the tickets cost? I have always wanted a seat close to the stage, and as much as I am indifferent to a 2019 tour, there remains within me a glimmer of hope that Van Halen will exit with something special.

[JUNGLE DRUMMER]

I appreciate the replies of all, and the diversity of opinion that's been expressed.



I won't debate the point, considering that I wasn't there .

May I ask what the tickets cost? I have always wanted a seat close to the stage, and as much as I am indifferent to a 2019 tour, there remains within me a glimmer of hope that Van Halen will exit with something special.

It really was the luck of the draw on that Ridgfield show. Mrs JD was on the computer the Saturday morning that Ticketmaster put the shows on sale. She just typed in "Best available" and two tickets in the I think it was the 5th row, right in front of Ed popped up. They were normal price, same as the ones we got that same morning for the opening night White River show.

IIRC, I believe they were around $180 each after taxes and extra BS charges. We hadn't even planned on going to Ridgfield, but on a whim Mrs JD typed it in, and when those seats came up I said, "We are going to THAT SHOW, too!!"

I hadn't been that close since my cousin and I were right up front against the fence, 10 ft from Ed, at Portland Meadows racetrack(no seating) in August 1993. Good times.

[Raldo]

Van Halen has always and will be my band. If they tour, than I am there. It really is that simple for me. Do I still get fired up to hear ATBL for the millionth time.....you bet.

[RRvh1]

Remember Robert Downey Jr's speech at the Spike TV Awards?
"I have three words for you - Eddie. Van. Halen!!!"

I'll go for Eddie, and not much interest in any of the others in the last lineup, assuming that's what we will/might get in 2019. Don't think I glanced much at any of the other three on the last tour... If Eddie is playing in my hometown, I'll be there if possible.

As VS said, not much interest in a condensed set in a stadium with an all day festival deal.

[rchop84]

Probably just YouTube it without new music. Honestly think I've got too old for concerts..don't like people.lol

[Jedi McFly]

I’m a relatively young fan. When I discovered the band I thought they were toast, never to tour again. Then 2004 happened and I thought I was the luckiest kid in the world.

Most of the guys on here were fans during Roth or Hagar’s first runs with VH. I wasn’t even aware of VH till after VHIII, when the band seemed dead.

So I’ll take every opportunity I’ve got to see them, especially Eddie, as I haven’t had many opportunities before.

And FWIW, my 2015 show was fire. I was front row, directly in front of Ed, and I didn’t see an ounce of disinterest or anything. It was awesome.

[swebla]

They will not tour this summer.
If they are going to play this summer, they must release tickets now.
If it is Livenation that arranges then they have requirements when you have to drop tickets so that you can see how it goes.

[Team Edward]

Van Halen has always and will be my band. If they tour, than I am there. It really is that simple for me. Do I still get fired up to hear ATBL for the millionth time.....you bet.

I’m with you, Raldo.