VAN HALEN: 1984 (MCMLXXXIV)
The original lineup of Van Halen reached their artistic and commercial apex with their final album together. 1984 (officially titled using Roman Numerals MCMLXXXIV) was released near the start of the year, 1984. The album had an immediate pop crossover effect that ultimately propelled the album to the highest charting position and sales by the band to date. But beyond the commercial appeal of the album, there lies a solid core of rock compositions and exquisite production by Ted Templeman that demonstrates Van Halen at their absolute peak.
Tracklist:
1.1984 2.Jump 3.Panama 4.Top Jimmy 5.Drop Dead Legs 6.Hot For Teacher 7.I'll Wait 8.Girl Gone Bad 9.House Of Pain
Lineup:
David Lee Roth - lead vocals, synthesizer on "Intruder", acoustic guitar and harmonica on "The Full Bug", Eddie Van Halen - electric and acoustic guitars, backing vocals, synthesizer on "Dancing In The Street", Michael Anthony - bass guitar, backing vocals, Alex Van Halen - drums. Additional musicians: Jan Van Halen - clarinet on "Big Bad Bill"