# Van Halen’s Rivalry Reignites | Music News

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Podcast: [Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/music-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458114)
Published: 2026-09-05T17:56:19+00:00
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Alex Van Halen just called Sammy Hagar a “complete idiot” — sparking fresh tension after years of simmering fallout. It all traces back to Sammy’s autobiography, where he apologized for portraying Eddie Van Halen’s “dark side,” now focusing only on the good memories. But Alex, who ended his memoir in 1984, insists the band’s magic died then — and he’s not buying Sammy’s version of history. While Sammy keeps the Van Halen flame alive with tours and albums, Alex’s stance is clear: the original lineup was sacred, and he won’t let anyone rewrite that legacy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5402dc2755cd5ad1

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