Historical Artist Profile
Van Halen
⭐ HOF Inductee / Class of 2007
Biography & Overview
Van Halen ( van HAY-len) was an American rock band formed in Pasadena, California, in 1972. Credited with restoring hard rock to the forefront of the music scene, Van Halen was known for their energetic live performances and the virtuosity of their guitarist, Eddie Van Halen. From 1974 to 1985, Van Halen consisted of guitarist, keyboardist, backing vocalist and primary songwriter Eddie Van Halen, his older brother, drummer Alex Van Halen, lead vocalist David Lee Roth, and bassist Michael Anthony. Released in February 1978, the band's self-titled debut album reached No.
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
10 Charted Tracks
"Jump"
Entered Charts: 1984
#1 HIT
"Why Can't This Be Love"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #3
"When It's Love"
Entered Charts: 1988
Peak: #5
"(Oh) Pretty Woman"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #12
"I'll Wait"
Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #13
"Panama"
Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #13
"Finish What Ya Started"
Entered Charts: 1988
Peak: #13
"Dance The Night Away"
Entered Charts: 1979
Peak: #15
"Dreams"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #22
"Love Walks In"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #22
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
15 Charted Tracks
"Jump"
Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #7
"Why Can't This Be Love"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #8
"Jump (Live)"
Entered Charts: 1993
Peak: #26
"Don'T Tell Me"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #27
"When It's Love"
Entered Charts: 1988
Peak: #28
"Can'T Stop Lovin' You"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #33
"Runnin' With The Devil"
Entered Charts: 1980
Peak: #52
"Panama"
Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #61
"Dreams"
Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #62
"Feels So Good"
Entered Charts: 1989
Peak: #63
"Top Of The World"
Entered Charts: 1991
Peak: #63
"Poundcake"
Entered Charts: 1991
Peak: #74
"Amsterdam"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #76
"I'll Wait"
Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #85
"Hot For Teacher"
Entered Charts: 1985
Peak: #89