New Hagar-Era Van Halen Boxset Coming

Van Halen will release The Collection II on October 6. Four studio albums from the Sammy Hagar-fronted era will be remastered. There will also be rarities.

The compilation will be available on vinyl and CD. Albums included are 5150, OU812, For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge and Balance.

It is controversial but I love Balance. It is probably my favorite Sammy Hagar-era release. The album just sounds massive and the tour was great, too. Looks like the pre-order price is right around $125 for the vinyl, which I assumed would be higher. You can click the logo at left to see the Amazon listing. 

Comments

[Him]

"Right No!" I can think of at least twelve other LPs and/or CDs that I would purchase before this one. Hint: the actual number is quite a bit higher. I was just trying to maintain some balance in my opinion-making.

But that's just me. I understand being a completist and being a fan. Heck, I am currently enjoying the deluxe version of Sabotage that came out awhile ago, even after I bought the box sets for Ratt and Dokken (of which the former is a great value if you find a discount price).

And, once again, I understand the Hagar-era popularity, just as I understand why some give DLR the stink-eye. I just prefer DLR. You do you. Ideally, we all belong in a world that must be strong, esp. when you are jogging with Satan! Giggle.

As I mentioned previously, I am back after a short hiatus. I hope everyone is doing well.