The Van Halen Story: The Early Years
Released: 2003Runtime: 65 min
""The VAN HALEN Story: The Early Years"", chronicles the rise of four young musicians from their formative years to their transformation into a worldwide phenomenon. Hear the group's gripping tale told by the people who were there when it all began childhood friends, fellow musicians, roadies, bodyguards, producers, and the band themselves. Rare footage and never-before-seen photos help to further document their remarkable story.
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J J Jackson
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Gregg Emerson
as Self - Childhood Friend
Dave Weiderman
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Ron Wikso
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Tony Codgen
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David Lee Roth
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Neil Zlozower
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Mario Maglieri
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Alex Van Halen
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