Metalsucks — I was freaked out for a second when Van Halen no-showed for their rumored appearance at the Grammy noms party in late November. I’d already gotten spooked by Hagar’s rumor-mongering and by the fact that these things have been known to fall throu... more info

Popdose — In 1996, after a decade and a half of high but rapidly diminishing record sales and influence, Van Halen was suddenly a hot band again, and it was because of, and this almost never happens, a greatest hits compilation. It’s tough business, and usua... more info

ContactMusic — The rock group Van Halen fronted by EDDIE Van Halen have announced a 2012 tour The group announced the upcoming tour via a series of 30 second clips on their official website The dates of the tour are yet to be announced although a scrolling message ... more info

Detroit Free Press — After months of speculation, Van Halen announced on its website Monday that the band's 40th anniversary will be celebrated with a major tour in 2012 with founding singer David Lee Roth. more info

Topix — The rock band has posted a video on its website announcing that the first tickets will go on sale Jan. more info

The Newsroom — The day's top showbiz news and headlines including Sinead O'Connor ends marriage after 16 days, Matthew McConaughey proposes to girlfriend, and Van Halen unveils plans for a 2012 tour. more info

The Newsroom — Eighties rock icons team up to commemorate 40th anniversary of the founding of the band with 2012 tour. more info

Chorus.fm — *Van Halen* (http://www.van-halen.com/) will celebrate its 40th anniversary next year with an extensive tour. The first batch of tickets go on sale January 10. Watch a promo video in the replies. more info

Monsters and Critics — more info

E! Online — Go ahead and jump, 'cause Van Halen is back! Guitarist Eddie Van Halen, drummer Alex Van Halen, bassist Wolfgang Van Halen and singer David Lee Roth announced Monday... more info