Concert Review: David Lee Roth at Hampton Beach Casino

I love classic rock, especially Van Halen, so I was excited to go to David Lee Roth’s show at the historic Hampton Beach Casino. David Lee Roth, known as “Diamond Dave,” is celebrated for his wild and energetic stage personality.

The setlist was filled with well-loved classic Van Halen songs, from the opening “Panama” to the fan favorite “Jump.” The crowd was full of longtime fans and newer rock enthusiasts, and they knew every verse, singing along to nearly every song.

He grinned, gestured, jumped around, and told stories that held the attention of the large audience, who were there to experience a legend—and that is exactly what they got. He was exceptional and has retained all of his charisma and superior ability to entertain.

He is still an incredible showman!

His band—featuring Al Estrada (guitar), Ryan Wheeler (bass), Francisco Velentino (drums), and Danny Wagner (keyboards), along with a four-member vocal section—was fantastic and helped make these renditions of Van Halen music outstanding.

This show was an exceptional night of Van Halen music. David Lee Roth is the torchbearer for this incredible catalog and was loved by all!

Setlist

1. Panama

(Van Halen song)

2. Drop Dead Legs

(Van Halen song)

3. Romeo Delight

(Van Halen song)

4. Little Dreamer

(Van Halen song)

5. Blues Jam

6. I'm the One

(Van Halen song)

7. Beautiful Girls

(Van Halen song)

8. Dance the Night Away

(Van Halen song)

9. Ice Cream Man

(John Brim cover)

10. You Really Got Me

(The Kinks cover)

11. Jamie's Cryin'

(Van Halen song)

12. Unchained

(Van Halen song)

13. Mean Street

(Van Halen song)

14. Atomic Punk

(Van Halen song)

15. Ain't Talkin' 'bout Love

(Van Halen song)

16. Hot for Teacher

(Van Halen song)

17. Everybody Wants Some!!

(Van Halen song)

18. Jump

(Van Halen song)