Episode 50: ‘Eat ‘Em And Smile’ by David Lee Roth (1986)

‘Shy Boys (Not!)’

Having parted ways with Van Halen in early 1985, David Lee Roth assembled a star studded supergroup consisting of Billy Sheehan on Bass, Steve Vai on Guitar and Greg Bissonette on Drums - to help him write and record his debut album, ‘Eat ‘Em And Smile’. 

With a wide range of styles available including Glam Rock, Blues, Rock ‘N’ Roll, Glam Metal, Big Band Jazz and Fusion/Prog elements, David Lee Roth’s debut album was met with favourable reviews and had a unique all round sound - meeting the mainstream desires in easy to listen to melodies, singalong choruses and nice chord progressions - whilst also boasting some of the most difficult music played by some of the technical musicians. Laz & Felipe dive into the songwriting, musicianship and performances on offer in this tasty album! 

Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7LeWl9BelrbX6CF10S8zdV?si=kTQasOD0SJOLUVQ0lumJXg

Greg Bissonette on EEAS: https://youtu.be/_DV5SJnODW8

Steve Vai Zappa Audition: https://youtu.be/ow36K1RBKS0

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