Sammy Hagar: The Best of All Worlds Residency and New Album Release Updates
Sammy Hagar recently released a new single titled "Encore, Thank You, Goodnight," which sparked speculation about his retirement plans. However, Hagar clarified that the song was a tribute to his former bandmate, Eddie Van Halen, and not a farewell to his music career. He reassured fans that there are more encores to come, as evidenced by his new residency in Las Vegas. The live album capturing this experience, titled "Sammy Hagar & The Best of All Worlds Band - The Residency," is set to be released on Oct. 10. The album features 18 songs performed by Hagar and his bandmates, showcasing their musical prowess and energy.
The Vegas residency, which began this year, will continue in 2026 with dates starting in March. Hagar also hinted at new music in the works, expressing his love for creating music and sharing that he has written new songs. Despite his lack of motivation to record a new album, he mentioned a song called "Addicted" that has inspired him to write more music. Hagar enjoys the creative process of making music but finds the additional tasks like photoshoots and music videos time-consuming. He looks forward to spending more time on the beach and on stage.
In a surprising turn of events, Hagar shared a collaboration with Nickelback's Chad Kroeger and Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee. Kroeger wrote a song inspired by Hagar's music style and invited him to sing on the track. The collaboration, which also features Tommy Lee on drums, has generated excitement on social media. Hagar and Kroeger found humor in the unexpected attention their project received online, emphasizing that the recording was a spontaneous and enjoyable experience.
Sammy Hagar's The Best of All Worlds residency in Las Vegas will resume in March 2026 and run through March 21, with additional dates scheduled for September 18 through September 26. Fans can find ticket details on Hagar's official website. Stay tuned for more music and performances from the legendary Red Rocker.