Eddie Van Halen Mural Launched, Celebrating Guitar Virtuoso Birthday

JAKARTA - Celebrating Eddie Van Halen's birthday today, Tuesday, January 26, an artist from Los Angeles, Robert Vargas created a mural dedicated to his idol.

The late Eddie Van Halen was supposed to celebrate his 66th birthday. However, he passed away in October last year of cancer.

Through his Instagram account, Vargas shares the mural he drew. Located outside the Guitar Center in Hollywood, a portrait of Eddie Van Halen is seen holding a guitar in a mural.

“I am enthusiastic about making a mural of one of my creative heroes of all time @eddievanhalen. This mural is really for fans and celebrations of my favorite rock band, the legacy @vanhalen. "

Long Live The King is the title of the mural art created by Robert Vargas. During the process of making the mural, Vargas listened to all of Van Halen's music.

Robert Vargas is a contemporary artist who focuses on mural. Prior to Van Halen, he had worked on murals depicting Bruce Lee, Kobe Bryant, Motley Crue, and others.

Eddie Van Halen passed away in October 2020. Fans have given various tributes to commemorate Eddie Van Halen.