On July 7, 1986, David Lee Roth released his debut solo album “Eat ‘Em and Smile,” marking a new chapter after his departure from Van Halen. With a powerhouse lineup featuring guitar virtuoso Steve Vai, bassist Billy Sheehan, and drummer Gregg Bissonette, the album delivered high-energy rock hits like “Yankee Rose” and “Goin’ Crazy!” The album was a commercial success, reaching number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, and solidified Roth’s status as a solo artist.
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