EDDIE VAN HALEN

The rock band Van Halen will not be where it is now if not for its main singer and guitarist Eddie Van Halen. As a co-founder of the band, he was able to clinch the title of being one of the best guitarists in the world. His distinct and unique style has caught many guitar enthusiasts globally and made him an icon. Van Halen made a name for himself when he released the song Eruption, which showed off his impressive guitar skills. Van Halen’s guitar solo on Michael Jackson’s iconic Beat It song also made him a name in pop culture. He became an instant hit which came with Jackson’s popularity.

As a musician, Van Halen was able to gift his only son Wolfgang a certain degreeof talent in playing the bass. Wolfgang joined the band in 2006 as their bassist. Even when Van Halen has been battling with his health condition for more than five years, the musician still kept his interest in music, attending a couple of concerts now and then. Wolfgang recently paid tribute to his father as the one who inspired and motivated him to be a bassist. Growing up, Wolfgang remembered how he was being taught by his father.