Episode 153: Sean Trende / Van Halen

About this episode

Scot and Jeff discuss the impact and legacy of Van Halen with guest Sean Trende.

People in this episode

Hosts: Scot Bertram, Jeff Blehar

Guest: Sean Trende

Topics covered

• Van Halen
• rock music
• music history

Keywords

• Eddie Van Halen
• guitar playing
• L.A. club days

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Stubborn Things

Books & works: Stubborn Things, Eruption, Fair Warning, Panama, Hot for Teacher, Jump, 5150, OU812, For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge, Best of Both Worlds

Places: L.A.

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