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Name - Edward Lodewijk Van Halen (1955) Stagename - Eddie
Instrument - Frankenstrat (body from one guitar and neck from another)
Played with - Van Halen
Overview
One of the most influential Rock guitarists since Jimi Hendrix, Eddie is one of the technical wonders of the Heavy Metal stage. His virtuosic techniques included two-handed tapping, hammer-ons, pull-offs,and manipulation of effects to imitate many sounds. His soloist technique along with lead singer David Lee Roth's stage presence, set the standard for the Heavy Metal bands of the 80's.
Songs
You Really Got Me
Jump
Eruption