🎉🎸 Happy Birthday to the one and only MICHAEL ANTHONY! 🎸🎉

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we’re turning it up to 11 to celebrate the legendary low-end thunder of Michael Anthony, the powerhouse bassist and vocal dynamo who helped shape the unmistakable sound of Van Halen!

From the band’s explosive debut in 1978 to the platinum-packed years that followed, Michael Anthony Sobolewski laid down the groove with unmatched precision and punch. Known for his thunderous bass lines, high-octane background vocals, and stage presence that could rival any frontman, Michael brought the fire night after night.

Whether locking in with Alex Van Halen’s drums or harmonizing those iconic VH choruses, Michael was the secret weapon of the Van Halen machine. His signature Jack Daniel’s bass, his smiling swagger, and his rock-solid rhythm made him a fan favorite across generations.

After Van Halen, he kept the torch burning with Chickenfoot (with Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, and Chad Smith) and The Circle, proving that great tone and feel never go out of style.

🎂 So here’s to Michael — the man who made the ground shake and the skies sing. Your legacy lives in every riff, every roar, and every raised fist in the crowd!

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Exclusively Van Halen: Happy Birthday to the one and only MICHAEL ANTHONY! 🎸🎉 6/20/25

Just in time for Summer Solstice 2025 comes an energetic, melodic mix filled with new releases and edits from some of my favourites. Enjoy the journey - it will be sure to get you in the mood for some sunshine and cold brews! 

Tracklist: 
1) Mitch Kay - Obsession (Original Mix)
2) Fahlberg - Stockholm Revival (Original Mix)
3) Matt Fax - One Day (Extended Mix)
4) Albuquerque - Sun Call (Original Mix)
5) Dajae - Everyday My Life (Michael Anthony Edit)
6) Capa - Stellar (Original Mix)
7) Chernov, Ev Rymd - Moonlight (Original Mix)
8) Chernov, Ev Rymd - Kaleidoscope (Extended Mix)
9) Erik Lucas - Savior (Original Mix)
10) Erik Lucas - The Edge (Original Mix)
11) Jeremy Olander, Fahlberg - Outrun (Original Club Mix)
12) Jeremy Olander, Fahlberg - Flashpoints (Original Club Mix)
13) Cristoph - Pressure (Extended Mix)
14) Because of Art x Pryda - Work It To Bergen (OTiS Edit)
15) Erik Lucas - Baptism By Fire (Original Mix)
16) Bud Cahill, VORA - Solaris (Extended Mix)
17) PLS&TY - Constellations (Simon Doty Extended Remix)
18) Cristoph - Give Me Some Time (Extended Mix)
19) Nick Muir, John Digweed, Spencer Brown - Relentless (Original Mix)
20) MYRNE, mor•a•mor - Blood Runs Blue (Extended Mix)
21) Dosem feat. SOHMI - Answer (Extended Mix)
22) Yotto - Radiate (Extended Mix)
23) Josep - Love Spreadin' (Extended Mix)
24) Jeremy Olander - Shedsdrums (Original Mix)

Mix 027 (Summer 2025)

Van Halen – Balance (Expanded Edition) | Official 30th Anniversary Reissue

Rhino celebrates 30 years of Balance with a deluxe Expanded Edition, arriving August 15. This limited-edition set features Van Halen’s 10th studio album fully remastered (from 2023’s The Collection II) and packed with rare audio/video content, wrapping up Rhino’s spotlight on the Sammy Hagar era.

📦 Deluxe 2LP / 2CD / Blu-ray Set Includes:
Remastered album on 2LPs and 1 CD

Rarities CD with B-sides and 8 unreleased live tracks from Wembley Stadium, London (June 24, 1995)

Blu-ray with 6 restored promo/live videos

Highlights:
• Rare tracks: “Crossing Over,” Twister soundtrack songs “Humans Being” & “Respect the Wind”
• Live cuts: “Feelin’,” “The Seventh Seal,” “Right Now,” and more
• Blu-ray videos: “Can’t Stop Lovin’ You,” “Amsterdam,” “Not Enough,” “Don’t Tell Me,” and a live version of “The Seventh Seal” from Minneapolis (7/30/95)

🎧 Available August 15 in These Formats:
2CD set (Album + Rarities)

2LP Black or Orange Vinyl – Album on vinyl for the first time in 30 years (Side D etched)

🎶 LP Tracklist:
LP1
Side A

The Seventh Seal

Can’t Stop Lovin’ You

Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do)

Amsterdam

Side B
5. Big Fat Money
6. Strung Out
7. Not Enough
8. Aftershock
9. Doin’ Time

LP2
Side C

Baluchitherium

Take Me Back (Déjà Vu)

Feelin’

Side D: Etching

💿 CD 1 – Remastered Album
Same tracklist as LP version.

💿 CD 2 – Rarities & Live from Wembley (6/24/95)
Crossing Over

Humans Being

Respect the Wind

The Seventh Seal (Live)

Feelin’ (Live)

Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love (Live)

Guitar Solo (Live)

You Really Got Me (Live)

When It’s Love (Live)

Jump (Live)

Right Now (Live)

📀 Blu-ray Videos
Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do) [Promo]

Can’t Stop Lovin’ You [Promo]

Amsterdam [Promo]

Not Enough [Promo]

The Seventh Seal (Live at Target Center, 7/30/95)

Humans Being [Promo]

Originally released in 1995, Balance debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, went triple platinum, and marked the final album by the classic Hagar lineup: Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony.

🔥 Stream “The Seventh Seal” (Live) now on all platforms.
💿 Pre-order the Expanded Edition today and celebrate 30 years of Balance in style.

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Exclusively Van Halen: Balance (Expanded Edition) | Official Anniversary Reissue #vanhalen 6/25/25

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV — we dive into Eddie Van Halen’s complex personality with longtime friend and Tonechaser author Steven Rosen. Eddie lived for music… but if you disrespected him, he never forgot — just ask Eric Clapton! 🎸

🔥 Plus: The story of a guitarist who wrote a two-chord punk mockery… and it became a classic!

🎤 And don’t miss Michael Anthony on Professor of Rock, sharing crazy Van Halen stories you won’t believe!

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Exclusively Van Halen: Eddie’s Complex Side, Clapton Feud & Michael Anthony! #VanHalen 7/17/25

As promised, here is Part 2 of my Cristoph Special that showcases all facets of his musical prowess.  Also, thank you for the feedback on Part 1 - which you can find on my page.  Enjoy!  

Tracklist: 
1) Cristoph x Pryda - Torn x Snaz V2 (OTiS Edit)
2) Cristoph, Quivver - In Name Only (Moonwalk Remix)
3) Cristoph - Hexa (Extended Mix)
4) Cristoph - Cicada (Extended Mix)
5) Cristoph - Seize (Original Mix)
6) Cristoph - ReRun (Extended Mix)
7) Cristoph & Yotto feat. Sansa - Out Of Reach (Club Mix)
8) Cristoph, Lowes - Lucid Love (Extended Mix)
9) Cristoph, Harry Diamond - Hold Me Close (Extended Mix)
10) Reflekt feat. Delline Bass - Need To Feel Loved (Cristoph Alternative Remix)
11) Cristoph - Come With Me (Extended Mix)
12) Cristoph - Saints & Sinners (Original Mix)
13) Burns - Talamanca (Cristoph Remix)
14) Cristoph - Big H 2020 (Original Mix)
15) Cristoph - Index (Extended Mix)
16) Cristoph - Pressure (Extended Mix)
17) Cristoph - Tremble (Original Mix)
18) D*Note - Shed My Skin (Cristoph Remix)
19) Cristoph, Jem Cooke - Slowly Burning (Original Mix)
20) Eli & Fur - Last Train (Cristoph Remix) (OTiS Intro Tweak)
21) Cristoph, Ross Quinn - Turning Away (Alternate Mix)
22) Hernan Cattaneo, Hicky & Kalo - Voyage (Cristoph Remix)
23) Faithless, Nathan Ball - Synthesizer (Cristoph Remix)
24) Cristoph - Xop (Extended Mix)
25) Cristoph - Tonada - 4A - 7
26) Cristoph - Set The Scene (Extended Mix)
27) Cristoph, Volaris - Apex (Extended Mix)
28) Cristoph - The Curse (Original Mix)
29) Cristoph - Revolver (Original Mix)
30) Cristoph, ADZ - Solpaz (Original Mix)
31) Cristoph - Apollo (Extended Mix)
32) Cristoph - Tha Music (Original Mix)
33) Cristoph, ADZ - Strangers (Extended Mix)
34) Cristoph, Michael Anthony - MindMoogle (Extended Mix)
35) Cristoph - Lost Witness (Original Mix)
36) Cristoph - Tha Music (Layer J Extended Mix)

Mix 029 (Cristoph Special - Part 2)

The live version of "Encore, Thank You, Goodnight." from the Vegas residency is out now—featuring the powerhouse Best of All Worlds Band: Sammy, Mad Anthony Bassman, Joe Satriani, Kenny Aronoff, and Rai Thistlethwayte! This is one track you’ll want to blast at full volume. Listen here: https://ffm.to/sammyhagaretygn 🔥🎤🎸

💥 Welcome to “Exclusively Van Halen” – Your All-Access Pass to Rock History! 🎸
We talk ALL things Van Halen – from legendary live shows and rare guitars to behind-the-scenes interviews and deep cuts that only true fans know about.

🔥 Dive into the music, the madness, and the magic that made Van Halen one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just tuning in, this is your backstage pass to the ultimate Van Halen experience.

💬 Plus: killer giveaways, exclusive merch, and gear spotlights you won’t want to miss.

🎶 Subscribe now and join the party – it’s gonna be loud, it’s gonna be fun, and it’s 100% Van Halen!

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Exclusively Van Halen: New Live Cut of “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight” Out Now! #sammyhagar 8/1/25

🚨 Rock fans, the wait is over – TODAY we’re unboxing the Van Halen – Balance (Expanded Edition) Anniversary Reissue with Mike Wood! 🤘🔥

This deluxe monster of a set celebrates 30 years of Balance, Van Halen’s multi-platinum 10th studio album – now bigger, louder, and packed with treasures:

🎶 2LPs + 1CD with fully remastered audio

💿 A rarities CD with B-sides + 8 unreleased live tracks from Wembley Stadium (1995!)

📀 A Blu-ray with six restored promo & live videos (including the never-before-seen “The Seventh Seal” live at Target Center!)

Following last year’s For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge (Expanded Edition), Rhino closes out the Sammy Hagar era reissues in epic fashion. Highlights include:

First time on vinyl in 30 years (black & orange editions available)

Rare gems like “Crossing Over” + soundtrack cuts “Humans Being” & “Respect the Wind” from Twister 🌪️

BBC-broadcast live performances from Wembley featuring deep cuts like “Feelin’” and “The Seventh Seal”

Originally hitting #1 on the Billboard 200 in 1995, Balance went triple platinum and marked the final studio blast from the classic Hagar lineup: Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony.

💥 Out August 15, this set drops in multiple formats:

🎧 2CD (album + rarities)

🎵 2LP vinyl (black or orange) with etched art on Side D

🎬 Deluxe 2LP/2CD/Blu-ray Edition

🔥 Stream “The Seventh Seal” (Live) everywhere NOW and crank it up!
💿 Pre-order the Expanded Edition today and celebrate 30 years of Balance the right way – LOUD.

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Exclusively Van Halen #Balance 30th Anniversary Expanded Edition UNBOXING! | With Mike Wood 8/19/25

🚨 SAMMY HAGAR NEWS – VAN HALEN FANS!
On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we’ve got a HUGE announcement:

"Sammy Hagar & The Best of All Worlds Band – The Residency (LIVE ALBUM)" drops October 10, 2025! 🤘🔥

The first track, “Summer Nights (Live),” is streaming NOW! 🎶

“Summer Nights” was one of the first songs we wrote for 5150 on our first day in the studio. Eddie played that riff, I sang ‘summer nights and my radio,’ and the lyrics just poured out. It’s the ultimate summer anthem, so it had to kick off this live album!” – Sammy Hagar

Recorded during their 2025 Las Vegas Residency at Live At MGM, featuring:
Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani, Kenny Aronoff & Rai Thistlethwayte!

🎧 Listen NOW: https://ffm.to/sammyhagarsummernights

💿 Save/Pre-Order: https://ffm.to/sammyhagartboawb

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Exclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar LIVE Album Announced! 🎸 The Residency + Summer Nights! 8/22/25

🔥 On this electrifying episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we’re turning it up to 11 to celebrate the birthday of the one and only “Red Rocker” Sammy Hagar! 🎉🤘

From fronting Van Halen through their chart-topping era (1985–1996) with hits like “Why Can’t This Be Love” and “Right Now,” to rocking massive solo tours and building an empire with Cabo Wabo Tequila and Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum, Hagar’s impact on rock and roll is undeniable. 🍹🎸

Join us as we salute Sammy’s incredible legacy, share epic stories from his time in Van Halen, and dive deep into the music that keeps us all running with the devil — and partying like there’s no tomorrow! 🔥

🎥 Exclusively Van Halen is your all-access pass to everything Van Halen — from behind-the-scenes stories and rare finds to exciting giveaways of exclusive VH gear! Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering the magic, this is where the Van Halen world comes alive.

Get ready to Jump! into the celebration and rock out with us on Exclusively Van Halen! ⚡🎶

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Exclusively Van Halen: Happy Birthday to the Red Rocker Sammy Hagar! #VanHalen #SammyHagar 10/13/25

Welcome back! This is episode 13 of Mind Awake! Premiering exclusively on Humans Radio every first Friday of the month!

This month marks the 1 Year Anniversary of the show! To celebrate I am sharing with you my full O2C set from The Raven on my birthday last month, a 4+ hour build of proper progressive house & techno! 

Expect the usual bangers from new and familiar names on the show as well as edits from myself & friends as well! Hope you enjoy ❤️

To hear the show first, tune in every first Friday of the month on Humans Radio!
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Tracklist: 

1. Sovande - Fiercely [Ambient Avenue] 
2. Ev Rymd - Lisa (Intro Mix) [Future Avenue] 
3. PROFF - Light Magic [Monstercat Silk] 
4. RSR (PL) & MadLine (PL) - Anon [Early Origin] 
5. ZOYA - Make It Smooth [Sway All Day] 
6. Mihai Popoviciu - Come Out [Sublease] 
7. Hobin Rude - Hollow [Nightcolours] 
8. Paul Angelo & Don Argento - Deer Cave [Movement] 
9. MiekeJames & Hello Shadow - Run Away [Future Avenue] 
10. Marymoon & Martin Roth - Ahead Of Time [Submarine Vibes] 
11. DP-6 - Winds Of Saturn (Second Cloud Deck) [DP-6] 
12. Guy J - Surreal [Early Morning] 
13. Reflekt feat. Delline Bass - Need To Feel Loved (ID Remix) [Unreleased] 
14. Rob Hes & Steve Slight - Dub Track [Spectrum Music] 
15. PARISI feat. Clementine Douglas - Rain (Michael Anthony Edit) [Unreleased] 
16. Jeremy Olander - Stylus [Vivrant] 
17. Erik Smalls - Ascension [Self Released] 
18. Something Good - Love Shop [Anjunadeep] 
19. Pet Shop Boys - New York City Boy (Lotfi & Layer J Edit) [Unreleased] 
20. Pryda - Recomondos [Pryda] 
21. Jeremy Olander - Jackie [Pryda] 
22. Cristoph vs. Hardrive - Signal vs. Deep Inside (OTiS Edit) 
23. Rhythm On The Loose - Break Of Dawn (Cristoph Private Edit) [Unreleased] 
24. Dosem vs. Hollen - Extraction vs. Dance With The Groove (OTiS Edit) 
25. Stello vs. Cristoph & Artche - Rise vs. Illusions (Stello Mashup) 
26. Fahlberg - Ain’t No Sunshine [Free Download] 
27. Layer J - ID [Unreleased] 
28. Franky Wah & Hernan Cattaneo - Groovejet [Sudbeat] 
29. Shombo - Feel Ya [Spectrum Music] 
30. Samuel Sonder & Frank Bono vs. Lady Gaga - Golden Hour vs. Abracadabra (K A R I M Edit) 
31. Yotto vs. Shakedown - Namba At Night (iamsvrp Edit) 
32. Born Of Blades - Snafu (Paul James Nolan Remix) [Emergent Properties] 
33. Mikael Jonasson - Secondings (Jewel Kid Remix) [Alleanza] 
34. Technasia - Obsession (Hombre Lowdown French Kissed Edit) [Stereo] 
35. Lil Louis - French Kiss (Mark Broom Edit) [Free Download] 
36. Michael Jackson - Thriller (Cosmic Boys Remix) [Free Download] 
37. Spencer Brown & Raito - Star Allies [mau5trap] 
38. Cirez D - The Tournament [Mouseville] 
39. Julian Jeweil - Mars (Charles D (USA) Rework) [Free Download] 
40. Cirez D - Thunderstuck [Mouseville] 
41. Filterheadz - Riders [MB Elektronics] 
42. Cristian Varela & Tomy DeClerque - Wisdom [Toolroom Trax] 
43. Zimmz - Reverie [Silhouettes] 
44. The Thrillseekers & UMEK vs. Underworld  - Synaesthesia vs. Born Slippy (Myon Techno Bootleg) 
45. Pryda - The Return [Pryda] 
46. Austin Pettit - ID [Unreleased] 
47. Cristoph & Harry Diamond - Hold Me Close [Consequence Of Society] 
48. Joris Voorn - Tomorrow (Sultan + Shepard Remix) [Spectrum Music] 
49. Anunnakis - Anubis (Amir Telem Remix) [Fluentia] 
50. Harry Diamond & K-MRK vs. Sleep Token - How Could I Emerge (Adam Stark Mashup) 
51. Omnia feat. Everything By Electricity - Bones [Armind] 
52. Ginchy vs. Avicii & Sandro Cavazza - Enough Without You (iamsvrp Private Edit) 
53. Cristoph - Where Do We Go [Consequence Of Society] 
54. nümind - Butterflies (Michael Cassette Remix) [Euphonic] 
55. Erik Lucas vs. Sultan + Shepard & Julia Church - Making Time In Living Waters (iamsvrp Edit)

MIND AWAKE 013 (Live From The Raven, Open To Close) (November 2025)

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