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Legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen has died, following several years of cancer treatment. He was 65.“I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning”, his son Wolfgang Van Halen wrote in a statement yesterday.

IDLES guitarist Lee Kiernan has shed more light on the band’s progress on their next album in a new interview, saying they have “lots of ideas” for the follow-up to ‘Ultra Mono’ and that there are “30 songs on the table”.Earlier this week, frontman Joe Talbot revealed IDLES were already working on their next record, following the release of ‘Ultra Mono’ in September.In an interview at virtual guitar show Guitar.com Live, broadcast October 3, Kiernan also said that work had already begun on the new album.

Van Halen has died at the age of 65 after being diagnosed with throat cancer.His son Wolfgang Van Halen announced the news on Twitter on Tuesday, paying tribute to “the best father I could ever ask for”.Van Halen, a native of the Netherlands who moved to Pasadena, California, made rock and roll history as one of the most celebrated guitarists of all time. He co-founded the band Van Halen with his brother Alex.“I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning,” the musician’s son wrote on social media.“He was the best father I could ever ask for.

Van Halen where he describes making Michael Jackson’s hit “Beat It” when the singer was briefly away from the studio, has resurfaced following his death from throat cancer on Tuesday.The musician’s son Wolfgang Van Halen announced on Twitter on Tuesday that the legendary guitarist had died at the age of 65, and wrote that he was “the best father I could ever ask for”.Van Halen was born in the Netherlands in 1955, but moved to California with his parents and his older brother Alex in 1962. He went on to become one of the most celebrated guitarists of all time while a part of the band Van Halen he co-founded with his brother, and in 1982, he helped make Jackson’s “Beat It” with legendary producer Quincy Jones.Shortly after his death was

Eddie Van Halen was a musical guest on Saturday Night Live in the late 1980s because he just happened to be in the building that evening. The legendary rocker, who died Tuesday at the age of 65, was accompanying his then-wife Valerie Bertinelli to Studio 8H because she was hosting on Feb. 28, 1987.

Eddie Van Halen has died at the age of 65.

Van Halen has died at the age of 65 after being diagnosed with throat cancer.His son Wolfgang Van Halen announced the news on Twitter on Tuesday, paying tribute to “the best father I could ever ask for”.Van Halen, a native of the Netherlands who moved to Pasadena, California, made rock and roll history as one of the most celebrated guitarists of all time. He co-founded the band Van Halen with his brother Alex.“I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning,” the musician’s son wrote on social media.“He was the best father I could ever ask for.

pic.twitter.com/kQqDV7pulRHe said: “I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning.“He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift.“My heart is broken and I don’t think I’ll ever fully recover from this loss.”Wolfgang, who became Van Halen’s bassist, added: “I love you so much, Pop.”Van Halen, who fought alcoholism, had battled health issues.

This is a tremendous loss for the music community.

Wolfgang — whom he shared with ex-wife Valerie Bertinelli -- announced the news on social media.«I can't believe I'm having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning,» he shared. «He was the best father I could ever ask for.

Eddie Van Halen has died at the age of 65.

Revered rock guitarist Eddie Van Halen has died at the age of 65 following a battle with cancer, his son has said.

Eddie Van Halen dead: How did Eddie Van Halen die? Cause of deathThe Dutch-American musician had been battling cancer for over a decade.According to TMZ, he had been in and out of the hospital over the past year and recently underwent a round of chemo.Eddie’s former band mate David Lee Roth spoke out about the late star’s throat cancer battle in January.In a discussion about the pair doing music together again, he told Las Vegas-Review Journal: “Ed’s not doing well, and singing and dancing is a perishable skill.”The late guitarist battled several issues with his health throughout his career.In 1999, he had a hip replacement, followed by a tongue cancer diagnosis in the early 2000s.In 2012, the guitarist reportedly underwent emergency

Van Halen musician Eddie Van Halen has tragically passed away at the age of 65 after a long battle with throat cancer.

Eddie Van Halen has died after a years-long battle with throat cancer. He was 65 years old.On Tuesday, October 6, the Van Halen cofounder’s 29-year-old son, Wolgang, confirmed the news via Twitter.

Guns N’ Roses have launched their own pinball machine based on the band’s ‘Not In This Lifetime’ tour.Manufactured by Jersey Jack Pinball, the new machine is available in three editions and was designed in conjunction with guitarist Slash, who recorded some new riffs for the project.“It’s been a very fulfilling experience working with Jersey Jack on the new GNR ‘Not In This Lifetime’ pinball machine,” Slash said in a statement.“Jersey Jack pinball games are some of the most unique and beautiful pins ever made and I am honoured to have been able to work with their brilliant team to design one of the most original and exciting rock’n’roll pins ever produced.”Jersey Jack Pinball designer Eric Meunier added: “To have this type of design work

The sole remaining original member of Fear Factory, possibly the sole remaining member of the band full stop – guitarist Dino Cazares – has issued a statement following the departure last week of frontman Burton C Bell.

Queen + Adam Lambert are hosting a Q&A session to tease their upcoming live album.

Adam Lambert couldn't be happier to be working alongside Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor. The singer began touring with the original band members in 2011, and have since formed Queen + Adam Lambert.

Fearne Cotton gave a rare glimpse of her rarely seen stepson as he headed off to university.

Heidi Klum celebrated her first outing at a restaurant in six months in an Instagram post on Sunday, enjoying a family meal at Nobu Malibu, a restaurant frequented by many celebs.The America's Got Talent judge relaxed with her family at the oceanfront establishment, kissing her husband Tom Kaulitz, 31, on the scenic day as they ate on an outdoor porch.'First time eating out at a restaurant in 6' months, the 47-year-old model captioned the post adding an emoji of a face savoring food.