From TheBoot.com: One could only imagine the collective gasp of millions of heartbroken fans all across the country earlier this year, when Kenny Chesney announced he wouldn't be touring in 2010. But last Friday night on the Las Vegas Strip, there was a collective gasp of quite a different kind, when Kenny strolled onstage unexpectedly in the middle of someone's show. Robin … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar News
The former Van Halen frontman recently released his acoustic solo album, "Lite Roast". In 2015, he's touring with his band "The Circle", featuring Michael Anthony, Vic Johnson, and Jason Bonham. His other band, Chickenfoot, is on hiatus indefinitely.
Van Halen songs in the movies
The following is a list of all the Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Sammy Hagar songs that were featured in movies throughout the years. A "*" indicates that the song was released on the official soundtrack for the film. Thanks to Dave Vincent and to the Van Halen Encyclopedia for this list. This is as complete of a list as we can come up with. Can anyone add to this list? … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar rocks Cabo Wabo Cantina with surprise performance during Vegas visit
From Examiner.com: Sammy Hagar poses with the sexy staff of Las Vegas' Cabo Wabo Cantina. The Red Rocker himself, Sammy Hagar, paid a visit to his newly-opened Las Vegas restaurant and nightlife experience Cabo Wabo Cantina at the Miracle Mile Shops inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino Sat., Nov. 14. Hagar delivered his official seal of approval before getting up on … [Read more...]
Maxim video: A Drink with Sammy Hagar
From Maxim.com: The "Red Rocker" talks about Cabo, his new band Chickenfoot and why he still can't drive 55. … [Read more...]
Gibson Interview: Sammy Hagar Talks Chickenfoot, Guitars, And Songwriting
Gibson recently conducted an in-depth interview with Sammy Hagar: Russell Hall | 08.28.2009 To paraphrase a well-known ad slogan, with a name like Chickenfoot they had better be good. And are they ever. Comprised of guitar maestro Joe Satriani, Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith, and Van Halen alumni Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, the star-studded … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar’s 2009 Birthday Bash!
Welcome to the Van Halen News Desk's "Cabo Wabo Birthday Bash" recap, which features setlists of all 5 of the wild concerts during the bash, videos of Chickenfoot's soundcheck at the Cantina, and newly imported Cabo Wabo merchandise. Enjoy! First, here's what Sammy Hagar had to say after the bash: "Wow....I am sitting on the beach trying to remember how all this … [Read more...]
Hagar and Chickenfoot to play Las Vegas Dec 4th & 5th
Sammy Hagar and the Waboritas and Chickenfoot are gearing up for a real rock 'n' roll weekend in a few weeks! The new Cabo Wabo Cantina opens soon - right on The Strip in Las Vegas! And Sammy & Chickenfoot will be there to rock out the Grand Opening! Friday, December 4th: Sammy Hagar & The Waboritas will be there for the Grand Opening Tickets will be first come first … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar: Chickenfoot in-concert DVD coming
In a recent interview, Sammy Hagar says that Chickenfoot has been filming gigs for an in-concert DVD. From Best of WNY: Concert Preview: CHICKENFOOT Toronto Sound Academy Wednesday August 5th Interview: SAMMY HAGAR STRUTIN' THEIR STUFF.... With a mini Club trek & European tour under their belt HAGAR, SATRIANI, SMITH & ANTHONY better known as CHICKENFOOT are … [Read more...]
2009 Cabo Wabo Birthday Bash dates announced
UPDATED Aug 10th: Sammy Hagar has announced the concert dates for this years Cabo Wabo Birthday Bash; October 7, 8, 10, 12 & 13. Check out Van Halen News Desk's review of the 2008 Bash for some inspiration to plan your trip! No word yet on whether or not CHICKENFOOT will play the bash... … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar’s Favorite Sunglasses Now Available at VanHalenStore.com
These unique sunglasses, made by Liquid Eyewear, are made of unbreakable aluminum, which makes them virtually indestructible. Sammy Hagar loves these shades and wears them often. In fact, he has special ordered this model in these unique colors for himself. Van Halen Store has custom-ordered these sunglasses, and is offering them to our customers for a limited time and at … [Read more...]
Hagar puts Wabos to bed while cooking up Chickenfoot supergroup
From: RGJ.com: By Neil Baron • Special to Best Bets • April 30, 2009 Longtime rock 'n' roll frontman Sammy Hagar knows a great guitarist when he hears one. After all, the Red Rocker has shared the stage with the likes of Ronnie Montrose, Ted Nugent and Eddie Van Halen. So you know Hagar knows what he's talking about when he compliments guitarist Joe Satriani, one of … [Read more...]
Red Rocker returns to Tahoe
By Tim Parsons, Lake Tahoe Action (TahoeDailyTribune.com) For Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is a time to commemorate the victory over France in 1862’s Battle of Puebla. For Tahoe, the weekend closest to Cinco de Mayo means Sammy Hagar is coming to town. Every year at this time the Red Rocker makes the drive from his Marin County home to Tahoe (which for him probably only takes … [Read more...]