Rhino has just announced a brand-new box set celebrating David Lee Roth’s first five solo releases, all under one roof (Box Set) for the very first time!
On February 21, 2025, Rhino will unveil The Warner Recordings 1985–1994, a comprehensive collection that brings together Roth’s iconic run of solo releases. This set covers:
Crazy from the Heat (1985) – The EP that made it impossible to ignore Roth as a solo artist. With California Girls storming up the charts and his swinging medley of Just a Gigolo/I Ain’t Got Nobody, this one set the tone for Diamond Dave’s larger-than-life persona.
Eat ’Em and Smile (1986) – A platinum smash featuring the all-star lineup of Billy Sheehan on bass, Gregg Bissonette on drums, and Steve Vai on guitar. Tracks like Yankee Rose and Tobacco Road show off Roth’s rock ’n’ roll swagger at its finest.
Skyscraper (1988) – Yet another platinum triumph, powered by the chart-hit Just Like Paradise. If Eat ’Em and Smile solidified Roth’s solo success, Skyscraper proved it was no fluke.
A Little Ain’t Enough (1991) – Kicking off the nineties with a gold record, Roth teamed up with guitar virtuoso Jason Becker for a heavier, high-voltage sound.
Your Filthy Little Mouth (1994) – Produced by the legendary Nile Rodgers, this album added a dash of experimentation to Roth’s repertoire. Tracks like She’s My Machine are steeped in that signature Diamond Dave flair.
Why Now?
Forty years ago, on January 28, 1985, Roth made his solo debut with Crazy from the Heat—and it changed everything. It wasn’t just a stepping stone away from Van Halen; it was a statement that Roth had his own thing going on. Now, with this anniversary looming large, Rhino is giving us a chance to experience (or re-experience) the entire era, remastered and wrapped up in style.
Multiple Formats
5-CD Box Set – Because you know I’m a huge fan of physical media. This is perfect for anyone who wants that tangible, collectible experience.
Digital – For those on the move or who want instant access across devices.
5-LP Limited Edition (US Only)
Diamond Dave’s Legacy
Over 70 million records sold worldwide (including his Van Halen days).
A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame® induction with Van Halen in 2007.
A style and swagger that influenced countless frontmen who came after him.
Roth’s voice defined an era, and his stage presence set the bar sky-high for rock showmanship.
Crazy From The Heat
A1. Easy Street
A2. Just A Gigolo/I Ain’t Got Nobody
B1. California Girls
B2. Coconut Grove
Eat ‘Em and Smile
A1. Yankee Rose
A2. Shyboy
A3. I’m Easy
A4. Ladies’ Nite in Buffalo?
A5. Goin’ Crazy!
B1. Tobacco Road
B2. Elephant Gun
B3. Big Trouble
B4. Bump and Grind
B5. That’s Life
Skyscraper
A1. Knucklebones
A2. Just Like Paradise
A3. The Bottom Line
A4. Skyscraper
A5. Damn Good
B1. Hot Dog and a Shake
B2. Stand Up
B3. Hina
B4. Perfect Timing
B5. Two Fools A Minute
A Little Ain’t Enough
A1. A Lil’ Ain’t Enough
A2. Shoot It
A3. Lady Luck
A4. Hammerhead Shark
A5. Tell The Truth
A6. Baby’s On Fire
B1. 40 Below
B2. Sensible Shoes
B3. Last Call
B4. The Dogtown Shuffle
B5. It’s Showtime!
B6. Drop in the Bucket
Your Filthy Little Mouth
A1. She’s My Machine
A2. Everybody’s Got The Monkey
A3. Big Train
A4. Experience
A5. A Little Luck
A6. Cheatin’ Heart Café
A7. Hey, You Never Know
B1. No Big ‘Ting
B2. You’re Breathin’ It
B3. Your Filthy Little Mouth
B4. Land’s End
B5. Night Life
B6. Sunburn
B7. You’re Breathin’ It (Urban NYC Mix)
Phil Aston
Editor in Chief, Now Spinning Magazine
