Van Halen reissued A Different Kind of Truth on 23 October
Published on 11/02/2026 at 08:28 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael MĂĽller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Van Halen reissued A Different Kind of Truth on 23 October 2026, returning the band’s final studio album to CD and vinyl through Rhino. The edition pairs a 2LP 180-gram pressing with a limited crystal-clear version and a double gatefold package.
Van Halen’s final studio album returns in physical formats
Rhino’s release details for the album describe a CD edition and a 2LP set pressed on 180-gram vinyl. The package uses a double gatefold design, while the limited crystal-clear pressing is offered through participating independent record shops and Rhino’s online shop.
The reissue brings back a record that occupies a distinctive place in Van Halen’s catalogue. A Different Kind of Truth features Eddie, Alex and Wolfgang Van Halen, with David Lee Roth returning as singer for the band’s first original studio album with him since 1984.
How the reissue fits Van Halen’s recorded legacy
Van Halen came from Los Angeles and built its catalogue around hard rock, prominent guitar work and songs written for large-scale performance. The physical return of A Different Kind of Truth places the band’s final studio album alongside the self-titled debut and 1984, two records named in Rhino’s account of the group’s recorded history.
The 2026 edition also connects several eras within the band’s personnel. Eddie and Alex Van Halen appear alongside Wolfgang Van Halen, while Roth’s presence links the album to the classic vocal period. Noise11’s reissue account describes the set as a return to physical formats on CD and two-LP vinyl.
Van Halen: what fans in Germany need to know
- Van Halen reissued A Different Kind of Truth on 23 October 2026.
- Rhino issued the album on CD and as a 2LP set pressed on 180-gram vinyl.
- The limited crystal-clear vinyl edition is tied to participating independent record shops and Rhino’s online shop.
- Rhino’s release details are listed at media.rhino.com.
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Van Halen: frequently asked questions
When was Van Halen’s A Different Kind of Truth reissued?
Van Halen reissued A Different Kind of Truth on 23 October 2026 through Rhino.
What formats does Van Halen’s A Different Kind of Truth have?
The reissue was released on CD and as a 2LP set pressed on 180-gram vinyl, with a limited crystal-clear edition.
Who played on Van Halen’s A Different Kind of Truth?
The album features Eddie, Alex and Wolfgang Van Halen, with David Lee Roth as singer.
