Eddie Van Halen

'Those are some of the coolest guitar parts written in rock 'n' roll, because they're like perfect little arrangements,' marvels Vai.

'It's my work,' the former Van Halen singer said.

The late rocker gets honored.

He also shares his favorite solos and what songs first inspired him to play guitar.

Eddie's widow Janie also posted a message to mark the occasion.

And Mark is forever grateful.

The late rocker guided Collen on a significant guitar mod.

Voting will help determine if the newly constructed park will be named after the musician.

'Eruption' is an expansive oral history of the musician.

Alice in Chains and Van Halen toured together back in the day.