Alex Van Halen Shares Unreleased Track "Unfinished"
Written with Late Brother Eddie Van Halen
Alex Van Halen, the legendary drummer of Van Halen, has shared a snippet of an unreleased track called "Unfinished," which he wrote with his late brother Eddie Van Halen. The track is scheduled to arrive next month alongside the release of Alex’s memoir, "Brothers," which is an audio edition voiced by Alex himself.
Preview of "Unfinished"
Fans of Van Halen can listen to the preview of "Unfinished" via Instagram below. The snippet of the track features Eddie’s harmonic overtones, soaring bends, and light vibrato atop delicately strummed acoustic guitar, along with a steady beat and signature snare drum sound from Alex.
Brothers’ Handiwork Evident
The brothers’ handiwork is immediately evident to Van Halen fans. The track showcases Eddie’s exceptional guitar work, while Alex’s drumming provides a solid foundation. The collaboration between the two brothers is a testament to their unique musical chemistry.
Release Date and Details
"Unfinished" will be released on October 22, coinciding with the release of "Brothers." The track will be featured in the audio edition of the memoir, which Alex voiced himself. According to HarperCollins, "Unfinished" is "the last piece of music they wrote together" before Eddie’s death at age 65 in 2020.
Alex’s Decision to Auction Equipment
Aside from the release of "Brothers" and "Unfinished," fans shouldn’t expect to see or hear additional musical output from Alex Van Halen. Earlier this year, Alex announced the auction of his musical equipment, much to the dismay of former bandmate Sammy Hagar. Hagar expressed his disappointment in an interview, stating that he and Michael Anthony had reached out to Alex multiple times, but received no response.
Sammy Hagar’s Reaction
Hagar told UCR, "Mike and I reached out to Alex before we did this. We reached out to him a dozen times before this tour, in every way. Email, text message, phone call, message on the machine, OK? No response. No response…. I was saying, ‘He’ll come to a show, he’s got to in L.A. or something. I’m sure he’ll come.’ But no, no, he sold all of his equipment. That was his statement. That was like, ‘Nah, I ain’t coming nowhere.’"
Conclusion
The release of "Unfinished" is a poignant moment for Van Halen fans, as it provides a glimpse into the brothers’ final collaboration. The track serves as a reminder of the brothers’ unique musical chemistry and their lasting impact on the world of rock music.
FAQs
Q: What is the release date of "Unfinished"?
A: "Unfinished" will be released on October 22, coinciding with the release of Alex’s memoir, "Brothers."
Q: What is the nature of the collaboration between Eddie and Alex Van Halen on "Unfinished"?
A: "Unfinished" is a song that Eddie and Alex Van Halen wrote together, with Eddie on guitar and Alex on drums.
Q: Will there be any additional musical output from Alex Van Halen?
A: No, Alex Van Halen has announced that he will not be releasing any additional music or participating in any further musical projects.
Q: Why did Alex Van Halen decide to auction his musical equipment?
A: Alex Van Halen decided to auction his musical equipment, stating that it was his way of moving on from the music business.
