I remember seeing Van Halen in 2005 (I think), and Edward played a solo of “Spanish Fly” on a ‘cuatro’ guitar (which is a Puerto Rican guitar-like instrument) — I couldn’t believe my eyes.... I would’ve never imagined Ed playing a cuatro, ever. I was impressed that he even knew what a cuatro was.... that brought such a smile to my face....
When my wife and I saw “Van Halen” a few months ago in Seattle, David Lee Roth took a break while the three Van Halens jammed a bit, then Eddie takes one of Alex’s drumsticks and starts “finger tapping” with it without missing a beat. Eventually Alex and Wolfgang just sit it out while a lone spotlight lights up Eddie as he takes a seat on the stage and jams for about 10 minutes.
It was absolutely jaw-dropping what that guy could do with a guitar.