Balance is the final studio album from the Sammy Hagar era of Van Halen — a polished, muscular, and emotionally charged hard‑rock record that shows the band at full maturity. Originally released in 1995, the album blends massive riffs, soaring vocals, and some of Eddie Van Halen’s most expressive guitar work of the decade.
 
The 2024 orange vinyl reissue brings this long‑out‑of‑print title back into circulation with a clean, modern pressing that highlights the album’s depth and production detail. This edition preserves the original artwork and tracklist, giving collectors a definitive version of one of Van Halen’s most underrated records.
 
Featuring standout tracks like:
“Can’t Stop Lovin’ You”
“Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do)”
“Amsterdam”
“Aftershock”
“Feelin’”
 
This is the sound of a band pushing themselves creatively — heavier, darker, and more introspective than their earlier work.
 
Why This Record Is in the Crimson Vinyl Collection
A key title from the Sammy Hagar era
Long‑requested reissue finally back on vinyl
Strong crossover appeal for classic‑rock, hard‑rock, and guitar‑collector audiences
Features some of Eddie Van Halen’s most melodic and emotional playing
A must‑stock title for any Van Halen section
 
This one always moves — especially with the renewed interest in the band’s catalogue.
 
TRACK LISTING
 
Side A
The Seventh Seal
Can’t Stop Lovin’ You
Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do)
Amsterdam
 
Side B
Big Fat Money
Strung Out
Not Enough
Aftershock
 
Side C
Doin’ Time
Baluchitherium
Take Me Back (Déjà Vu)
Feelin’