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October 15, 2019
Happy Birthday to Sammy, 72 years and counting!
Sammy’s highly anticipated Birthday Bash at the Cabo Wabo Cantina in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico brought the “Redheads” out en masse. Some waited three days in a line that wrapped around the city block, with blow up furniture, coolers and tarps for as far as the eye could see.
The weather was hot, with humidity up in the 90s, yet the fans' spirits were even higher. Once the doors opened all 500+ found a place inside for the the first show (a FREE one) on Tuesday, October 8th. As showtime neared there was a low roar of anticipation and when the lights dimmed at 9:30pm it grew into a full-blown riot of screams and applause – an appropriate start to this year’s annual Birthday Bash that lasted all week long!
Sammy hit the stage with Mona Gnader, David Lauser and Vic Johnson for a reunion of the Wabos and the fans drank it down all night. This lineup hadn't played together since 2015, but it was just like riding a bike.
As is tradition, the set list changed each show and for these shows with the Wabos was packed with deep tracks from the Red Rocker's career. Songs he hasn’t played for 15-20 years or more, like “Turn Up The Music”, “Rock ‘n’ Roll Weekend“, “Sympathy For The Humans“, “Shaka Doobie” and “Baby's On Fire“. The Montrose classics “Space Station Number #5”, “Make It Last”, and “Bad Motor Scooter” brought the house down. But of course the show wasn’t complete without Van Halen hits “Top Of The World“, “Why Can’t This Be Love”, “Best Of Both Worlds” and many more, along with Sammy solo hits everyone knows and loves. With a selection of songs like that, no one walked away without hearing their favorite songs!
Special guest Jerry Cantrell from Alice In Chains joined Sammy on stage for their hit, “Man in the Box” as well as “No Sleep Till Brooklyn”. It was a brilliant mastery of sounds and a statement to the diversity that is Sammy Hagar’s voice. Every year the special guests change and every year the set list is just as powerful!
Long-time friend, brother-from-another-mother, and bandmate Michael Anthony rocked the bass barefoot and why not, it’s a Cabo tradition! Mikey is truly the "Life of the Party”, not to mention one of the world's sauciest bass players (pun intended #madanthonyshotsauce!) Wabo Vic Johnson, who also handles lead guitar for Sammy Hagar and The Circle (who will be back on tour in 2020), took the fans on a journey with his face-melting solos and incendiary sound. Vic also has a knack for style – did you see those shorts, oooh-weeee those were hot!
No stranger to social media, Sammy pushed the Cantina’s wifi to its limit, going live on Instagram for a few songs. It was a much appreciated gesture by fans across the globe, as many fans were not lucky enough to win the lottery to purchase tickets to these most-desired intimate party-vibe performances.
The genuine flow of love going from stage to crowd and back again, was electric. True to his close connection with his fans, Sammy signed many personal items while performing without missing a beat, and often wore tossed-up jerseys, hats and homemade flags, all while sharing drinks with the fans and telling stories. His commitment and loyalty to his relationship with fans is irrefutable: they love Sammy and Sammy loves them.
Not willing to let the party die down between Sammy’s shows, the Cantina also hosted free shows on Thursday (Bullet Boys) and Saturday (Roger Cline & The Peacemakers) in addition to shows earlier in the week with Aunt Mary (Oct 4 & 5). More than enough to keep the party going!
It was a week making once-in-a-lifetime memories and an amazing time was had by all. Not even a storm could stop this party! In the words of Sammy, "Happy Birthday to me, 72 years, let’s do another 28"!
October 14, 2019
On the morning of my birthday, thank you Redheads!
The air is cleansed, I feel cleansed and ready for more on this 72nd year of life on this beautiful planet earth. I thank My parents on this day. I thank my family, friends and fans for this wonderful life I’ve been allowed to live And share with you all. Here’s my answer to “what do you want for your birthday“ #happybirthdaytome #happybirthdaytoyou #seeyouincabo #partytime #love #peace #happiness #goodmorning
October 1, 2019
Space Between: The Film OUT NOW
Sammy Hagar & The Circle present
Space Between: The Film
Space Between” is an experimental short film based on Sammy Hagar & The Circle’s concept album of the same name. The movie follows the main character, John, through a gluttonous and greed-filled arc of his life where newly inherited money consumes him as he chases an endless circle of drugs, gambling and parties. After bottoming out, he must make a choice to go back to that lifestyle or confront his own demons and begin a path toward enlightenment and truth.
WATCH THE WHOLE FILM NOW: http://spacebetweenfilm.redrocker.com/watch
Directed by ZZ Satriani
September 21, 2019
High Tide
Like you, I’m surprised & disappointed about High Tide, and sorry for the fans who are inconvenienced – I’ll make it up to you Redheads, starting with an extra free show Oct 8 w/ the Wabos in Cabo! (old style – first come, first served) -Sammy (VIDEO MESSAGE BELOW)
September 11, 2019
Own Sammy’s 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS!
So,you can’t drive 55 either? Then do we have just the car for YOU!!
Sammy Hagar’s Custom 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 450HP of PURE AMERICAN MUSCLE!
This will be a bid by email event lasting 13 days starting 09/13/2019 through 09/25/2019 at 10:13 PM PDT. Winner will be notified 09/26/19. Should the winning bid fall through the next highest bidder will be notified and so on until the sale is final.
Specs on the car as we know them: 454 C.I. Engine, 450 HP of pure American muscle!, 3 speed automatic, Cowell induction. 59,288 miles on professional rebuild of non-original Motor and transmission. Cragar rims, body in great condition, clean interior, Overall condition is good +. The car has been kept indoors in a weather controlled environment.
This car has been seen on TV, in print magazines and even an episode of Sammy Hagar’s Rock and Roll Road trip! Now YOU can be seen behind the wheel of this Classic American Made street machine!
Winning bid will receive a nice collection of swag. Including but not limited to: a signed Sammy Hagar Signature Cabo Wabo Yamaha Guitar (as seen in the signed Promo 8×10 photo included) . A signed 16×20 metal print of Sammy and the El Camino, 1 signed bottle each of Santo Mezquila and Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum as well as other swag TBD.
Sammy will personally hand the title and keys to winner. Photo opportunity with Sammy Hagar and the El Camino. Winner to take delivery in California, San Francisco Bay area. Location to be determined.
Please submit your serious bids or any questions you may have to: [email protected] All sales are final the car is sold “AS IS!” Please ask any questions prior to bidding. You will be contacted by email when your bid has been accepted or out-bid. We will try to answer any questions you may have in a timely fashion to the best of our knowledge.
$55,000.00 Minimum bid. Payment by certified bank check or cash only please. Due at time of pick up. Portion of the proceeds will be donated to the CHP 11-99 Foundation.
Good Luck and happy bidding!!
ARE WE HAVING ANY FUN YET?!?!