Bottoms Up!

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The Zoo Crew is spinning the classic track "Bottoms Up!" by Van Halen from their 1979 album Van Halen II, and the Zoo Freaks are loving this high-energy anthem! This song, the fourth track on the album, captures the raw, party-hard spirit of the band’s early days. According to the Van Halen News Desk, "Bottoms Up!" was a staple of their live shows, played as an encore for at least six months during their 1978 tour supporting their debut album. Eddie Van Halen once described the band’s studio approach as “winding something up and just waiting to see when it’s gonna break,” and you can hear that reckless energy in the song’s loose, almost chaotic vibe. Photos from the Van Halen II sessions at Sunset Sound Recorders, taken by Neil Zlozower, show the band surrounded by empty beer cans and liquor bottles, embodying the rock’n’roll abandon that defines the track.

David Lee Roth’s playful snicker during the vocal breakdown adds a layer of charm, hinting at the band’s struggle to keep it together in the studio. As noted in a Van Halen News Desk article, the song’s boogie-driven sound and straightforward lyrics perfectly reflect the feel-good, party atmosphere of Van Halen II. On Reddit, fans on the r/vanhalen subreddit call "Bottoms Up!" an underrated gem, with one user, glowdemon1, saying it “instantly clicked” and inspired them to “party my head off.” Chuck Klosterman, in a Vulture ranking, places it at #51 out of 131 Van Halen songs, noting its polarizing nature—some love its unpolished vibe, while others find it too obvious.

Van Halen formed in Pasadena, California, in 1973, originally called Mammoth. Brothers Eddie (guitar) and Alex Van Halen (drums), born in the Netherlands to a musically inclined family, moved to the U.S. in the early 1960s. Their father, a professional musician, encouraged their talent, and the brothers honed their skills playing backyard parties in Pasadena. Joined by David Lee Roth (vocals) and Michael Anthony (bass), the band built a local following through relentless gigging at clubs and house parties, as detailed on their official website. Their big break came in 1977 when they signed with Warner Bros. Records after being discovered by producer Ted Templeman. Their 1978 debut album, Van Halen, went Diamond, selling over 10 million copies in the U.S., per Wikipedia, launching them as hard rock pioneers.

Stay connected with Van Halen through their Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts for the latest news and throwback content. Fans can dive deeper at the Van Halen News Desk, a dedicated fan site packed with updates and trivia. Join fellow Zoo Freaks in fan communities like the Van Halen Fan Club on Facebook or the r/vanhalen subreddit to share your love for the band’s timeless sound!