There is only one way to rock. However, as Sammy Hagar and Van Halen demonstrated when they collaborated on the 5150 album in 1986, there was a new way to rock.

Van Halen recorded 5150 at Eddie Van Halen’s 5150 Studios in California starting in late 1985. Released on March 24, 1986, the album debuted at the top of the Billboard 200, marking the band’s first No. 1 release.

It quickly became one of the best-selling albums of Van Halen’s career, achieving 6x Platinum certification in the U.S., and was followed by the extensive and highly successful 5150 tour. On stage, the new lineup focused on new material such as “Love Walks In,” “Best Of Both Worlds,” and “Get Up,” while still delivering early VH favorites like “Panama” and “Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love.”

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Forty years later, Rhino Entertainment is celebrating those historic events with a 40th anniversary expanded edition of 5150, featuring rarities and previously unreleased live recordings. A larger box set includes a multitude of additional materials, including a Blu-ray of the band’s famous Live Without a Net concert that was recorded during the tour.

We are giving you the chance to win copies of the expanded edition of 5150, and several grand prize winners will receive a copy of the box set.

To be one of our winners, simply enter your name, email, and phone number into the entry form at the top of this page. You will be added to our daily newsletter mailing list. The contest ends April 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.