What happens when the two most anticipated albums in Van Halen history arrive just months apart?

In Episode 004 of The Mighty Van Halen Podcast, hosts Tommy London and Tor dive headfirst into the ultimate 1986 showdown: David Lee Roth’s Eat ’Em and Smile versus Van Halen’s 5150. Following one of rock’s most dramatic breakups, both camps had something to prove and neither disappointed.

From the musicians and producers involved to the songs, tours, sales, videos, and cultural impact, Tommy and Tor compare these landmark releases and discuss how each album helped shape the future of the Van Halen story. Which record aged better? Which one made the bigger statement? And forty years later, who really won the battle of 1986?

Tune in and decide for yourself.

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