“Women and Children First” is the 1980 and third official full-length studio album by the American Hard Rock band “Van Halen”. It was recorded from December 1979 until February 1980 at the “Sunset Sound” in Los Angeles and this album was produced by Ted Templeman
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Van Halen's "Women and Children First" (Netherlands) American hard rock 12" vinyl LP album is a powerhouse of rock anthems. The tracklisting features iconic songs like "Tora! Tora!", "And the Cradle Will Rock", and "Everybody Wants Some". With Eddie Van Halen's virtuosic guitar skills and David Lee Roth's charismatic vocals, the album showcases the band's signature sound. From energetic tracks to heartfelt ballads, it's a must-have for any rock enthusiast.
Hard Rock
Warner Bros. Records – WB 56 793
Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram
1980 Holland / Netherlands ( Made in Germany )
Ted Templeman - Producer
Susyn Schops - Production Coordinator
Donn Landee - Sound Engineer
Gene Meros - Second Sound Engineer
This album was recorded from December 1979 until February 1980 at Sunset Sound, Los Angeles
Richard Seireeni - Art Director
Norman Seeff - Cover Photography
Helmut Newton - Poster Photography
David Lee Roth - Lead Vocals
Alex van Halen - Drums
Edward “Eddie” van Halen - Guitar
Michael Anthony - Bass Guitar
Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out ( eg pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone )
Photo with the four "Van Halen" band-members on the custom inner sleeve.
Record Label With High-Lighted Details
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“Women and Children First” is the 1980 and third official full-length studio album by the American Hard Rock band “Van Halen”. It was recorded from December 1979 until February 1980 at the “Sunset Sound” in Los Angeles
- Women and Children First (1980, Germany) - Women and Children First (1980, Netherlands)