VAN HALEN: s.t, 1st, debut LP

Van Halen is the debut studio album by American hard rock band Van Halen, released in February 1978. Recorded in 1977, Van Halen sold over 10 million copies in the US alone, becoming one of the most successful debuts by a hard rock band. Along with 1984, it gives Van Halen two original albums with Diamond status in sales.
Eddie Van Halen set a new standard for guitar playing and spawned a generation of players utilizing his unique style and approach. The instrumental, "Eruption", showcased his mastery of tapping, the use of the right hand to activate and fret notes along with the left. The sheer blazing delivery and solid composition shocked the guitar world and instantly set him apart as one of rock's premier guitar virtuosos.
The album cover was shot at the Whisky a Go Go. The guitar pictured on the cover of the album is Edward Van Halen's famous Frankenstrat Guitar, made from a neck purchased from Boogie Bodies and a Stratocaster style body custom made by Wayne Charvel in California and assembled in Edward's parents' garage.

Track listing:
All songs by Van Halen, except where noted.
"Runnin' with the Devil" – 3:34
"Eruption" – 1:42
"You Really Got Me" (Ray Davies) – 2:38
"Ain't Talkin' 'bout Love" – 3:49
"I'm the One" – 3:46
"Jamie's Cryin'" – 3:29
"Atomic Punk" – 3:03
"Feel Your Love Tonight" – 3:42
"Little Dreamer" – 3:23
"Ice Cream Man" (John Brim) – 3:19
"On Fire" – 2:57

David Lee Roth – lead vocals
Eddie Van Halen – guitar and backing vocals.
Michael Anthony – bass guitar and backing vocals.
Alex Van Halen – drums