David Lee Roth

Diamond Dave advised his Van Halen successor on how to get clip through Standards and Practices.

Pre-recorded backing vocals were a point of contention prior to bassist's departure.

Singer recounts taking advantage of drummer's physical presence when concert promoters came up short.

Lead single from second solo album 'Skyscraper' became one of former Van Halen singer's most popular songs.

Singer says he believes some of the songs he wrote with late bandmate will "last forever."

Others thought they’d blown their big chance after Kiss rejection.

R.I.P.

Singer suggests the trek would require additional musicians, and he's got some marquee names in mind.

"First, our favorite restaurant, the corner bookstore, now us. … What a long, great trip it’s been," singer posted on company's website.

The Van Halen star also credited Hall & Oates with inspiring his band's biggest hit.