Van Halen ( B23 )

If the bowl was present, then the band members could safely assume the other, legitimate, items in the technical rider were being fulfilled to their satisfaction. Conversely, if the bowl was missing, or brown M&M's were present, then the band members would be within their rights to have the venue inspect the work, ask that it be redone, etc. Their concern for safety was real: during their earlier tours, not only had equipment been damaged, but several members of their road crew were nearly electrocuted, both due to inadequate safety measures and preparation on the part of the local venue.

Band members

Current members Eddie Van Halen – lead guitar, keyboards, backing vocals (1972–present); lead vocals (1972–1974) Alex Van Halen – drums, percussion, backing vocals (1972–present) David Lee Roth – lead vocals, occasional acoustic guitars (1974–1985, 1996, 2007–present) Wolfgang Van Halen – bass, backing vocals (2006–present) Former members Mark Stone – bass, backing vocals (1972–1974) Michael Anthony – bass, backing vocals (1974–2006) Sammy Hagar – lead vocals, rhythm and lead guitar (1985–1996, 2003–2005) Gary Cherone – lead vocals (1996–1999) continuare