Sammy Hagar

Sammy Hagar, known as ‘The Red Rocker,’ joined legendary rock band Van Halen in 1985, propelling the group to four multi-platinum, number one Billboard charting albums, including ‘5150,’ ‘OU812,’ ‘For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge,’ and ‘Balance.’ His impactful tenure also saw him earn an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007 as a member of the band. Prior to this, Hagar first rose to prominence after being discovered and joining the hard rock band Montrose in 1973, recording their debut and sophomore albums which featured his original song ‘Bad Motor Scooter.’ Following his departure from Montrose in 1975, Hagar embarked on a successful solo career, releasing albums such as ‘Nine on a Ten Scale’ in 1976 with Capitol Records. Moving to Geffen Records in 1982, his album ‘Standing Hampton’ achieved platinum status, and his 1984 hit ‘I Can’t Drive 55’ from the album ‘VOA’ gained significant AOR airplay, charting at No. 26 on the Billboard Hot 100.

During his impactful time with Van Halen, Hagar also achieved a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks with ‘Give to Live’ in 1987. After departing Van Halen in 1996, he formed Sammy Hagar & the Waboritas in 1997, leading to another No. 1 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart with ‘Little White Lie’ the same year.

His diverse business portfolio also encompasses Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum and the restaurant El Paseo. Extending his reach into media, Hagar hosts the nationally syndicated radio show ‘Sammy Hagar’s Top Rock Countdown’ and the acclaimed television program ‘Rock & Roll Road Trip with Sammy Hagar.’ In 2011, he released his autobiography, ‘Red: My Uncensored Life in Rock,’ which became a New York Times Best Seller, further solidifying his status as a multifaceted entertainment icon.