I was 9 when VH1 came out. My two older brothers played that record repeatedly. Like many, I can hear that record note for note in my head. And also like so many millions, my life and significant memories are totally intertwined with Van Halen's music. So many experiences with so many people where I can vividly recall Van Halen as the soundtrack. Had a good 2 hours earlier where I cranked up the living room stereo and even 40 years later I'm still amazed at how good they were, and of course Ed in particular. And it occured to me tonight- I've heard their stuff thousands of times, and always naturally thought of them as a hard rock band. But really, at heart, at their best, they were the greatest swing band of our lifetime. And listening with that in the front of my head gives me even more appreciation of Eddie and the whole band. Anyone who got to experience VH is truly fortunate to have lived at a time in history where we could be graced with such a phenomenal body of work.