David Lee Roth just released his long-awaited song, Red Bull and Pop Tarts. Fans have been curious about this track since he teased a snippet years ago, and now they finally get to enjoy the full, playful tune.
This release arrives amid ongoing tension around Van Halen’s legacy. Despite the drama, Roth keeps showing he’s committed to his own music, keeping fans engaged with his unique style.
With Red Bull and Pop Tarts, Roth proves he’s still passionate about his craft. Even with the uncertainty surrounding Van Halen, his drive for solo projects remains strong.
Fans Sound Off on Roth’s Latest Release
“I’ll never listen to this again…but I’m glad I heard it once,” one fan wrote, summing up a mix of reactions to Red Bull and Pop Tarts. While some listeners may not be pressing repeat, they seem happy that Roth is back with his trademark humor.
“Best sense of humor in rock n roll. Song has a good groove to it, I dig it,” another fan added. Roth’s playful style and upbeat vibe clearly strike a chord, capturing that unique charm he’s known for.
“Dave owes no one an explanation,” someone else commented. “Life is short, and his little songs brighten my day.” Roth’s fans seem to agree: even if it’s unexpected, his music brings a bit of fun into their lives.
Dropping a New Track Amid Tension with Alex Van Halen
Red Bull and Pop Tarts hit the airwaves just as tensions with former bandmate Alex Van Halen seem to be heating up. The timing has sparked fan curiosity, especially given recent comments Alex made about their strained relationship.
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Alex revealed a key point of contention between the two. He shared, “The thing that broke the camel’s back…was I said, ‘Dave, at some point, we have to have a very overt — not a bowing — but an acknowledgment of Ed in the gig.’”
Alex cited Queen’s tribute to Freddie Mercury as an example, mentioning how the band uses old footage to honor his legacy. This request reportedly struck a nerve, adding more tension to an already complex relationship between Roth and Van Halen’s remaining members.
Heated Words and Unanswered Reactions
Alex Van Halen didn’t hold back in describing the fallout with David Lee Roth. “The moment I said we gotta acknowledge Ed, Dave popped a fuse… The vitriol that came out was unbelievable,” he shared, expressing his frustration over the explosive reaction he received.
In typical Alex fashion, he added, “I’m from the street. You talk to me like that, I’m gonna beat your f*cking brains out.” His words reveal just how deep the rift has gone, with no signs of cooling down anytime soon.
Roth, however, has chosen silence on Alex’s comments. Instead, he quietly posted a video titled LA River Yacht Club without any hint of an explanation, leaving fans to speculate on his side of the story.