Sammy Hagar Unveils New Song Inspired by Eddie Van Halen Dream

On April 25, Sammy Hagar debuted his latest track, “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight,” co-written with renowned guitarist Joe Satriani. The song draws its inspiration from a vivid dream Hagar experienced about the late Eddie Van Halen, highlighting the deep connection and influence that Van Halen had on Hagar’s music.

Insights from the Dream

During an appearance on Loudwire Nights, Hagar elaborated on the dream that sparked the creation of “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight.” He described a scenario where Eddie would pull him aside to share a new song idea, away from the distractions of their bandmates, Alex Van Halen and Michael Anthony. Hagar recalled, “Eddie would say, ‘Come here, come here, I want to show you,’ wanting to avoid interference from others.”

In this dream, Hagar found himself immersed in the creative process with Van Halen, leading to a moment of inspiration that he promptly captured. “I woke up so fast, I remembered it and got my pad and started writing things down,” he shared. “I recorded some melody on my iPhone, and boom, that was the beginning of the song. I’ve written songs out of dreams, but not like this.”

Preparing for Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Show

Alongside celebrating his new song, Hagar discussed his upcoming participation in “Back to the Beginning,” Ozzy Osbourne’s final concert scheduled for July 5 in Birmingham, England. Hagar received a call from guitarist Tom Morello, who invited him to be part of this landmark event. “When the word started leaking out, Tom Morello calls me and says, ‘Hey man, would you be interested?’ I went, ‘Yes!'” Hagar recalled, expressing his excitement to be involved from the early stages.

Despite acknowledging that his vocal style differs from Osbourne’s, Hagar is diligently preparing to deliver a memorable performance. “I’ve been studying,” he stated, emphasizing his commitment to learning Osbourne’s unique melodic structures and phrasing. “I’m so honored to be part of this.” He revealed that he has chosen to perform “No More Tears,” with the possibility of also singing “Flying High Again,” depending on Osbourne’s plans.

Additional Highlights from the Interview

• Dreams of Other Icons: Hagar shared that he often dreams about other music legends, including Elvis Presley and John Lennon. “I dream about people that have passed all the time,” he noted.
• Band Identity: He humorously mentioned that the new song could have been released under a different name, revealing, “It’s almost Chickenfoot. I almost said this song is by Chickenfoot.”
• Inspiration Behind the Dream: Hagar candidly admitted that he was likely under the influence of a margarita and wine when he had the dream that inspired his new song.

Conclusion

Sammy Hagar’s new song “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight” not only serves as a tribute to Eddie Van Halen but also showcases Hagar’s ongoing evolution as an artist. As he prepares to honor Ozzy Osbourne in his final performance, fans can look forward to an exciting summer ahead filled with nostalgia and rock ‘n’ roll magic.

FAQs

What is the inspiration behind Sammy Hagar’s new song?

The song “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight” was inspired by a dream that Hagar had about Eddie Van Halen, where they were collaborating on new music.

When is Ozzy Osbourne’s final concert?

Ozzy Osbourne’s final concert, titled “Back to the Beginning,” is scheduled for July 5 in Birmingham, England.

What song will Sammy Hagar perform at Ozzy’s final show?

Hagar plans to perform “Flying High Again,” and potentially “No More Tears,” depending on Ozzy’s performance choices.

Who co-wrote the new song with Sammy Hagar?

The new song was co-written with guitarist Joe Satriani.