Edward Lodewijk "Eddie" van Halen (born January 26, 1955) is a Dutch-American (Dutch people) guitarist, keyboardist, songwriter and producer, best known as the lead guitarist and co-founder of the hard rock band Van Halen, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007 . Eddie van Halen is widely known for his innovative performing and recording styles in shredding (Shred guitar), tapping (guitar tapping), scratching solos and high frequency feedback (guitar feedback); he is also known for energetic and acrobatic stage performances. The All Music Guide (Allmusic) has described him as "undoubtedly one of the most influential, original, and talented rock guitarists of the 20th century."