VAN HALEN: VAN HALEN III
The "III" in the title of Van Halen III refers to the unveiling of the third incarnation of Van Halen, the post-Sammy Hagar lineup featuring former Extreme vocalist Gary Cherone as lead singer. According to the party line, Van Halen ditched Sammy because they wanted to try new musical and lyrical approaches that Hagar was reluctant to pursue. And it is true that Van Halen III makes a slight break from his dunderheaded party rock, but that's a difference that only hardcore fans will be able to hear.
Tracklist:
1.Neworld 2.Without You 3.One I Want 4.From Afar 5.Dirty Water Dog 6.Once 7.Fire In The Hole 8.Josephina 9.Year To The Day 10.Primary 11.Ballot Or The Bullet 12.How Many Say I
Lineup:
Gary Cherone - lead vocals, Eddie Van Halen - guitar, bass (4-6,8-9,11) , keyboards, drums, electric sitar (1,10) backing vocals, lead vocals (12), Michael Anthony - bass (2,3,7), backing vocals, Alex Van Halen - drums, percussion. Additional musicians: Mike Post - piano on "Neworld"