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On This Day: April 29 1981 – Van Halen Released Fair Warning

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On This Day: April 29 1981 – Van Halen Released Fair Warning.

On this day April 29 1981, Van Halen released their fourth studio album Fair Warning. Known for its darker and heavier tone compared to their earlier party rock anthems, the album showcased a more aggressive side of the band both musically and lyrically.

Fair Warning climbed to number 5 on the Billboard 200 and produced fan favorites like Unchained and Mean Street. Eddie Van Halen’s guitar work was particularly fierce on this record with some of his most creative riffs and solos. Although...
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