Van Halen's rise in the 1980s was one of the most thrilling the music world had ever seen--their mythos an epic party, a never-ending rock extravaganza. During this unparalleled run of success and drama, no one was closer to the band than Noel Monk. Sharing never-before-told stories, Monk describes Eddie Van Halen, bringing into focus the unique combination of talent, vision, hardship, and naiveté that shaped one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time.