Van Halen Self-Titled Debut 2000 Remastered CD Warner Bros Very Good Condition
Own a piece of hard rock history with this 2000 digitally remastered HDCD edition of Van Halen's explosive self-titled debut album, originally released in 1978 on Warner Bros. Records. This groundbreaking record, produced by the legendary Ted Templeman (known for his work with Montrose, Doobie Brothers, and Van Morrison), captured the raw energy of the Pasadena quartet and revolutionized guitar playing forever. Featuring David Lee Roth's charismatic swagger on lead vocals, Eddie Van Halen's revolutionary tapping technique on guitar and backing vocals, Michael Anthony's thunderous bass and harmonious backing vocals, and Alex Van Halen's powerhouse drumming, the album was recorded live in the studio with minimal overdubs at Sunset Sound Recorders in Hollywood, engineered by Donn Landee.
Van Halen's debut exploded onto the scene amid punk and disco dominance, injecting pure adrenaline with timeless tracks like the iconic opener "Runnin' with the Devil" (featuring those legendary car horn effects), the blistering instrumental "Eruption" – where Eddie unveiled his two-handed tapping that influenced generations of guitarists – the Kinks cover "You Really Got Me" that became a breakout hit, and fan favorites such as "Ain't Talkin' 'bout Love," "Jamie's Cryin'," and "Ice Cream Man." Certified Diamond with over 10 million copies sold in the US, this album is widely hailed as one of the greatest debut records in rock history, restoring vitality to hard rock and showcasing Eddie's unorthodox mastery that left critics and fans in awe.
The 2000 Warner Remasters edition brings enhanced clarity and depth to the original mixes, making classics like "Atomic Punk" and "On Fire" sound even more explosive. Perfect for collectors and fans of classic hard rock, this CD delivers the ultimate Van Halen experience from their David Lee Roth era prime.
Condition Details: This used copy is in overall Very Good condition, with the disc in Very Good++ (minimal light marks, plays perfectly with no skipping), jewel case in Very Good+ (minor wear but no cracks or damage, teeth undamaged), rear insert in Excellent condition, and front booklet in Good (some tab indentations and a corner fold/crease). Cover art and liner notes fully included – a solid playable copy of this iconic remaster. See photos for exact details.