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| Cover Band Profile: Fan Halen |
 Why did this band get started? Plain and simple – for the love of Van Halen. Everyone loves Van Halen and everyone has a bit off VH in em, we just have to sometimes find it. Back in the days of records, the sound of Van Halen was meant to spill out all over your stereo and ruin the rest of your record collection. So why not continue to bring the love to the masses? What’s the story behind the name? Typically in the wonderful world of the tribute band industry – bands pick song names or album titles as their band name. “Jump” brought up thoughts of white hip hop, while a name like “Panama” makes one think of salsa dancing. “FAN HALEN” says it all! We are four guys that are truly “Fanatics” about Van Halen and when it’s on a marquee you know exactly what to expect! Are you any good? We look good, we feel good and we bring back the party Van Halen started. Maybe you should ask the competition… Name some of your best cover tunes? They’re all cover tunes baby! Just don’t ask for any Van Hagar. We have been known to throw out some Michael Jackson and Rick Springfield. What do you think is most important when doing a cover tune, exact reproduction, or creative interpretation of a familiar tune? As a “tribute” band the audience expects to hear what’s on the record so we have no choice but to bring an exact reproduction, both visually and sonically or we’re going to get called out…and you better be the best if you want to run with the devil. Who gets the most Groupies and why? If nobody gets any, do you have a plan to change this? Groupie information is on a need to know basis and I pride myself on interpersonal communications. Do they exist in the tribute band world or is a figment of your imagination? Will the lovely lady who is school teacher by day be willing to suck the air out of the bottom of Diamond Dave’s cuffs? I look at it like this my friends, the guy who said that money doesn’t buy happiness didn’t know where to go shopping… Tell us a secret about the band (just between us and 125,000 readers): It’s really Jack Daniels in the bottle and not iced tea - this ain’t no Motley Crue tribute band. And just between you and I, the singer is batting 500 at shows below the Mason-Dixon line. An underwater volcanic eruption spews boiling water into the cruise ship you’re playing on, and wouldn’t you know it, right in the middle of your set! Being upright, noble folk, what music would you play to calm everyone down as they boil to death? Well since it is Van Halen – one would think the fabled “Eruption” solo would do just right but instead I propose a bit of “Ice Cream Man.” It reminds us of summer time, cool and refreshing and all my flavors are guaranteed to satisfy… What is the official drink of the band? By the time I hit the stage in Arizona I plan to stand up for rock and roll. In fact by the time we hit the stage, I’ll be lucky to just stand up. Oh was there a question? Any beer that is free and of course Jack Daniels… How often do you perform live? On average 2-3 times a month excluding Bar mitzvahs, chili cook-offs and roller skating rink openings. What’s the funniest thing that ever happened while performing? So many, would you like wig flying off story or the mom and daughter team on stage? My favorite took place this past August in Hawaii. I was doing a costume change during the guitar solo and was locked off stage as the band started the next song. Can you say Spinal Pap? Who is the craziest band member and why? The lead singer of course! Why do you think I got the job? I would just like to say that after all these years of rock n roll, heavy drinking, bright lights and late nights that I still don’t need glasses…I drink right out of the bottle. What do you do different that kicks ass over other cover bands? Unlike other bands that inform their audience that they are there to pay “tribute” to the band they cover we take the approach when we hit the stage we ARE Van Halen. If you saw VH back in ‘82 and then see us you will be hanging with the band after the show, buying us beers and telling us how we brought you back to your youth. If you didn’t see VH in ‘82 then ask your Mom. What advice would you give a startup cover band? Pick a band you love and one where they guys dig the music and their girlfriends want to dance and sneak off into the corner with the singer. What’s the biggest misconception people have about musicians? Cat juggling is a big problem in our industry. But also, and this is a motto I live by so pay close attention, its not who wants to sleep with you; it’s who wants to sleep with you again. What’s the most difficult aspect of trying to make it as a cover band? Band drama, band drama, and band drama. And is anyone gonna help the drummer carry his kit? What do you think will happen to your band in the next 2 years? You know history has a way of repeating itself sometimes so I would suspect the band will change singers a couple of times and the guitar player will replace our bass player with his son. What will people see when you perform live? Great music, a little gyrating (maybe a lot of gyrating), two handed guitar tapping, drum solos, way too tight spandex pants, furry boots, and a glazed donut and a bottle of anything to go! Your favorite clubs to play in Phoenix? Where are we booked again? What’s the hardest part about doing cover music? There’s nothing hard about it – it’s rock n roll, it’s a way of life. For some reason people ask me all the time about marriage and why is it so difficult (not that I should be asked considering my track record) and I tell them there are three rings to marriage; the engagement ring, the wedding ring, and the suffering
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I have to say ... The drummer of this band is absolutely one of the best I have ever seen ... and trust me I have seen many. Come check out the band ...close you eyes for a minute bet you cant tell they are a cover band. I cant wait to rock with you guys... ♪♫♥..Love Ya Tracie
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You better listen to some audio samples of these guys. It's not very good. I have seen the Atomic Punks many times at the Marquee theater and they are excellent! I wouldn't waste $1 on Fan Halen, sorry, I wanna hear the songs played to perfection and these guys can't do it |
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