Sammy Hagar Celebrates Van Halen with New Live Album ‘The Residency’

Sammy Hagar is set to honor his musical legacy with Van Halen through the upcoming release of his live album, The Residency, which will be available on October 10. This album captures the electrifying performances from his recent Best of All Worlds shows in Las Vegas.

A Deep Dive into Van Halen’s Legacy

The residency, along with the 2024 Best of All Worlds tour, allowed Hagar and fellow Van Halen veteran Michael Anthony to delve into their extensive history with the legendary band. The duo has been joined on stage by renowned guitarist Joe Satriani, keyboardist Rai Thistlewayte, and drummer Kenny Aronoff, who stepped in for Hagar’s longtime collaborator Jason Bonham toward the end of the tour.

Album Details

The Residency will feature both digital and physical editions, each containing 18 tracks that showcase Hagar’s powerhouse vocals and the band’s signature sound. Notably, “Panama” will be available exclusively on physical formats, while “When It’s Love” will be a digital exclusive.

Track List

Sammy Hagar and the Best of All Worlds Band ‘The Residency’ Track List:

• 1. “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight”
• 2. “Top of the World”
• 3. “Panama” (physical formats only)
• 4. “Summer Nights”
• 5. “There’s Only One Way to Rock”
• 6. “Humans Being”
• 7. “Right Now”
• 8. “5150”
• 9. “Poundcake”
• 10. “Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love” (Michael Anthony on vocals)
• 11. “Eagles Fly”
• 12. “Best of Both Worlds”
• 13. “Why Can’t This Be Love”
• 14. “Rock Candy”
• 15. “Mas Tequila”
• 16. “Heavy Metal”
• 17. “I Can’t Drive 55”
• 18. “Love Walks In”
• 19. “When It’s Love” (digital formats only)

Featured Tracks

Fans can get a sneak peek of the album by listening to the first two tracks, “Best of Both Worlds” and “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight,” both of which highlight Hagar’s dynamic style and the band’s energetic performance.

Behind the Music

In a recent press release, Hagar reflected on the creation of “Summer Nights,” one of the standout tracks from the album. He shared, “’Summer Nights’ was one of the first songs we wrote for the 5150 record, on our very first day in the studio. Eddie [Van Halen] played me that guitar riff and I just started singing ‘summer nights and my radio,’ and the rest of the lyrics just came out like a river of consciousness. I don’t think there’s a better theme song for a beautiful summer night, so it had to be the first track this summer from the live album.”

Conclusion

Sammy Hagar’s The Residency promises to be a celebration of not just his career, but the indelible mark that Van Halen has left on rock music. With a carefully curated setlist and powerful performances, this live album is sure to resonate with fans old and new. Mark your calendars for October 10 and get ready to rock out with Hagar and his band!

FAQs

When will ‘The Residency’ be released?

‘The Residency’ will be released on October 10.

What exclusive tracks are included in the album?

“Panama” is exclusive to physical formats, while “When It’s Love” is exclusive to digital formats.

Who are the members of Sammy Hagar’s band for this album?

The band features Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani, Rai Thistlewayte, and Kenny Aronoff.

What is the significance of the song “Summer Nights”?

Hagar considers “Summer Nights” a quintessential summer anthem, originating from his first day in the studio with Eddie Van Halen while working on the 5150 album.