PYRO JOHN WATKINS TALKS TOURING WITH VH AND MORE
From Dave & Dave Unchained Van Halen podcast by Dave & Dave Unchained
October 29, 2025 · 3h 40m
About this episode
Pyro John Watkins shares his experiences touring with Van Halen and other artists while the Daves discuss VH news and a new mailbag segment.
EPISODE #118 - Nothing is better than blowing up stuff and that was Pyro John Watkins’ speciality when he toured with Van Halen from 1986 through 1993. Watkins shares stories from the past about VH along with his years with KISS, Bon Jovi, the Jacksons, Rick James and even Bobby Brown. The Daves also served up a stacked VH News segment that includes an extensive report on Sammy Hagar’s Birthday Bash at Cabo Wabo Cantina in Mexico as well as a review of the Red Rocker’s current live album. Plus, a new mailbag segment completes this Rocktober episode. Download the podcast for free on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Podvine or iTunes. Connect with the Daves on Twitter: @ddunchained, Facebook: Dave & Dave Unchained – A Van Halen podcast, Instagram: ddunchainedpodcast or via email: ddunchainedpodcast@gmail.com
People in this episode
Host: Dave
Guest: Pyro John Watkins
Topics covered
- touring
- Van Halen
- music industry
- live performances
- rock music
- celebrity stories
Keywords
- Van Halen
- Pyro John Watkins
- touring
- Sammy Hagar
- KISS
- Bon Jovi
- live album
- Rocktober
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Van Halen, KISS, Bon Jovi, the Jacksons, Rick James
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