I will join the chorus of EVH tributes. Though I didn't appreciate him when Van Halen first hit the scene, i came to appreciate the sound he made on the guitar.. I will contend that while an originator, he didn't evolve beyond inspiring Bill and Ted and Steve Vai's excellent adventures. I'm still glad Hawk took me to see them on the last Van Halen Tour with the wretched Sammy Hagar. The unspeakable meets the inedible! Eddie was always best with Dave (much like how Mick needed Keef). R.I.P.