Eddie Van Halen

Singer was contemplating leaving Journey at the same time Van Halen split with David Lee Roth.

The Crue's "crazy biting phase" was not well received by their tour mates.

The Who guitarist recommended Eddie Van Halen, who played solo on groundbreaking hit single.

Rock legend says he forgot the guitarist died earlier in the week.

Folk singer's response to Van Halen guitarist's passing has angered many.

From the soothing guitar harmonics of "Women in Love..." to the triumphant piano of "Right Now."

"It's very surreal now," says bassist. "It hasn't sunk in yet."

MTV Classic posted a 1998 segment where the guitarist shows Chris Connelly around his complex.

From inspirations to collaborations to that time a cop let him out of a speeding ticket just for being an awesome guitarist.

"Beat It" got the most attention, but he also worked with a diverse array of artists, including Brian May, Roger Waters, Thomas Dolby and LL Cool J.