Van Halen (1980–1984): World Invasion to 1984
From the World Invasion Tour through the massive 1984 run, Showco was there for Van Halen's explosive rise. Eddie's guitar tone, David Lee Roth's theatrics, and a wall of sound that matched the band's larger-than-life energy — all powered by Showco's crew and gear. This collection includes crew materials, tour documents, and behind-the-scenes artifacts from one of rock's most electrifying eras.
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Mix Magazine article June 1983
Mix Magazine article June 1983
Final Assault- Last show of the tour-Gail, Jan, Blake, Cricket, Neil
Michael Anthony, Sue
11-16-1980 VAN HALEN JACKSONVILLE PASS
1980 VAN HALEN AAA-LAM
1980 VAN HALEN INVASION STAGE SHOT
1980 VAN HALEN INVASION STAGE SHOT
1980 VAN HALEN INVASION STAGE SHOT
Van Halen Lighting Crew Bus
1980 VAN HALEN INVASION STAGE SHOT
Van Halen Merch Table
Van Halen Sound Crew Bus
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1980 VAN HALEN-BUTCH, JAN, BLAKE
Van Halen Trucking Crew
David Lee Roth
David Lee Roth
Dave, Joe (Band Bus Driver) Denise (Wardrobe) and Eddie A.
Eddie Anderson, he was the bands and Dave's security.
Eddie Van Halen
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Showco Sound System Updates & Van Halen’s Kelsey Console — 1982
A July 1982 inter-office memo from Craig Schertz detailing Showco sound-system modifications, troubleshooting guidance and shop updates—including changes made to the 24-channel Kelsey monitor console used on Van Halen’s tour.
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1980 Van Halen Invasion Tour Itinerary
Full Itinerary including Showco Crew
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