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Podcast: The Johnny Beane Podcast
Episode: Exclusively Van Halen: Sammy Hagar’s Tribute + Stagecoach 2025 Livestream Tonight! 4/27/25
Description: Sammy Hagar returns with a powerful new single Encore, Thank You, Goodnight., out April 25 via Big Machine Rock — inspired by a dream about Eddie Van Halen! 🎸
Co-written with Joe Satriani and featuring Michael Anthony (bass, VH-style vocals) and Kenny Aronoff (drums), the track is a heartfelt farewell to Hagar’s Van Halen era. Satriani's soaring solo channels Eddie’s spirit while staying true to himself.
"This song is my final bow to that part of my life,” says Hagar. “It’s a thank-you – with love, respect, and one hell of a guitar solo.”
💥 Catch the live debut during The Best of All Worlds Vegas re...