Sammy Hagar & Michael Anthony on Van Halen's High Level Musical & Spiritual Connection

[@GTSCarLife]

Isn't it funny how we often don't realize just how special a moment is until it's long behind us? The entire 80's was like that for me. Loved Van Hagar!

[@bassmanbilly1969]

Right on Brother ❤ same here

[@whatsahandleandwhy]

Sam Halen?

[@macman6107]

@@whatsahandleandwhy If only we could go back hey. Kids these days have it so lucky with all this modern tech so they can see bits of gigs long after they happened and great quality as well.

[@gregorytranchita2676]

Damn straight! Magical times.

[@humanactivated1017]

Maybe Micheal Hagar ? I was front row for 5150 tour at BC place with Bachman turner overdrive and some other band with Randy Bachman in it opening . Eddie was so young and full of guitar magic . And at the time everyone was writing off Van Halen as has beens …..

[@Briansgate]

OU812 was so underrated. That sound on Cabo was so cool.

[@LOZi175]

12 string Gibson double neck through the H3000 harmonizer.

[@JU94100]

I always felt “OU812” & “Balance” are underrated Van Halen albums and “Balance” especially.

[@Briansgate]

@@JU94100 I thought Balance was great. Had a little bit of everything.

[@FreedomLovin]

It was really hard to follow up 5150, one of the best rock albums ever

[@Briansgate]

@@FreedomLovin agree

[@brownsfan7753]

It’s a privilege to hear these stories from you gentlemen!!! VH forever!!!

[@oliviercastello4093]

Rediscovering the Van Hagar albums lately and I realize how good they were… Sammy and Michael, the nicest and coolest guys in rock. There’s only one way to rock 🤘

[@neillbickerstaff6671]

So true! When I met them back in October Michael personally signed my Van Halen record without me asking! They truly care about their fans!

[@charleskandrut7022]

Van Halen

[@gokhanersan8561]

Cabo Wabo baby!! These four rockers captured lightning in a bottle-over and over and over again.

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Van Halen was at it`s best with Sammy on the mic. Sammy was about the music, Dave was about the party, Dave was HAMMERED when I saw them and I left the shows pissed about it. Always left happy with Sammy out front. Thanks for the memories Sammy, God Bless.

[@bobc.5698]

The audience was doing that hand sign on Live Without A Net, I thought. And 86 to 95 were the best years of my life.

[@Flashfyre-p1k]

its been a real gift to hear these gentlemen share their memories of those days.

[@Briansgate]

Sammy and Mike, thank you so much for these stories.

[@stevensmith8923]

I for one am so glad and happy for Mike and Sammy to have such a bond together to this day

[@jeffgreene1055]

This is my favourite Van Hagar era album. So nice to have a new remaster of it to listen to in such great sound quality. Fantastic album.

[@BartG87-]

I could sit and listen to these two talk for hours ! I'd love to listen to some stories that , they wouldn't want recorded . 😂

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

👍🏻 Sammy’s excellent documentary series is available on KZbin 🔭

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

over on AXS channel

[@BradleyMaddox-v7h]

Man....I can feel the love they have for each other!! Can't wait to see them at the "Best Of All Worlds" tour next year!!🎸🎸

[@Gratefulman1965]

Already got my tickets . My wife and I are stoked!

[@Desincarne]

Cabo Wabo is such an underrated song - every VH album seems to have one, a track that maybe wasn't a single and rarely got raved about but was secretly probably the best song on the record. On Fire, Light Up The Sky, Romeo Delight, Dirty Movies, Little Guitars, Drop Dead Legs, 5150, Cabo Wabo, In 'N' Out, Seventh Seal, Me Wise Magic (technically a single, but whatever), Once, Blood And Fire...

[@elektrikProStats]

Amsterdam and don’t tell me (what Love Can do) are those songs for me too off of balance

[@picazzo5150]

Ed's tone on that album has amazing. They all sounded great!!! The bass, the drums, the vocals!! God, I love this album!

[@enterpriseb8055]

It's so cool hearing Sammy act out the riff of Cabo Wabo. Such a damn good song!

[@Calif5150]

I have always LOVED Cabo Wabo, it's one of my VH favorites. Ed's guitar Grove, Mikey and AL driving that killer beat, and the melody and harmony of Sammy's singing...man that harmony w Sammy and Mikey is out of this world!!! Let me take you ...down...down to Cabo😎🎸

[@donnswaby369]

Yes!! Cabo Cabo is one of my all time favorite VH songs too! And for all the reasons you stated. Eddie's shimmery guitar tone, Eddie and Mikey's beautiful "Ooh" harmonies in the pre-chorus , Sammy and Mikey's harmonies in the chorus, Alex's lilting, hypnotic drum beat in the chorus, the phat, heavy groove in the verse, those gorgeous outro harmonies as the song fades into the sunset. Loved learning how to play this on guitar as a kid in the 80's. Blast it whenever I find myself driving up the PCH along the beaches and ocean.

[@davidharris4030]

Please don’t stop with just this! I want more inside Van Halen! I love this shit❤

[@lycindarichardson9491]

I always loved VH, and I always loved Sammy. So when y'all got together it was epic for me! Just the other day a VH song came on the radio and I turned to my daughter and said, "This is Sammy singing on this one!" Lol

[@stevenordstedt2535]

We lived in the Best Of Rock And Roll Music times. 1960’s-1980’s. It’s sad to not hear much New Rock And Roll Music anymore. With exception to Foo Fighters thank God for them.

[@Carbonara812]

I agree with the sentiment except you excluded the 90s...that I have a 90s mix that is 4 days long and it stands up very well to my 4 day long 70s mix. I agree that everything this century is like listening to me taking a dump

[@scottfast03]

Love hearing you guys reminisce. Van Halen was and still is one of my all time favorite bands! Definitely my favorite as a kid. I used to try and play drums like Alex (and failed). Awesome music. Legends!

[@guitariste47]

nothing better than musical creation a a group rather than just one person doing everything

[@triandfit1]

I loved OU812. Such a great album.

[@That_ViperDude]

This song does something to me that no other song in the world will ever do. I have loved the beach as far back as 1987 when I was a freshman in highschool in Syracuse NY

[@brianbailey6230]

Cabo Wabo is probably my fave song on the album, great song. Sammy and Mike are just plain cool 😎.

[@Xtrm302]

Best of the Best! TY for reliving the memory!!!

[@africanchild97]

The music you made in Van Halen is the most Paramount of any Rock for me. Edward’s playing really ages like fine wine. Truly incredible stuff! Thanks Sammy

[@Freemusicman100]

Oh man i got goose bumps too hearing you talk about how you wrote those songs! Man thats special!

[@wheelzwheela]

Those two guys have a lot of heart.

[@bryanrussell8770]

Friends for life! Great clip, thanks for sharing

[@michaelfarris2556]

Who doesn't love Mikey

[@ronnie_5150]

Eddie and Alex? 🤣

[@charleskandrut7022]

And Sam...very humble.

[@robpaxson4455]

@@ronnie_5150and yet Wolfie and Mike get along great

[@ronnie_5150]

@@robpaxson4455 That's because Mikey is a class act. Mikey never talked shit about anyone ever.

[@robpaxson4455]

@@ronnie_5150absolutely

[@sigarm9]

Love these guys, this band from the Era and all the Van Hagar music! Thank you Sam, Mike, Eddie & Alex for all the memories, love and music❣️ God bless you guys! I'm sure Eddy is jammin' his ass off upstairs! ❤️🤘

[@dereknovaes4217]

If you haven’t read Sammy’s book… you should! Great stories like these! Love the Hagar VH!

[@derkedoo]

My first ever CD was 5150 and will always love your talents and music. So good to see you guys so close and still rockin' it!!! Much love and respect Sammy and Mikey from Derek in Australia!

[@donnswaby369]

5150 was my very first cassette back in 1986!

[@kingboagart899]

Thanks guys! Keep getting old with me!

[@tahoe829]

You can see deep emotion within Mike’s eyes and the memories of happier times with the band. Im glad he got to bond with Sammy like a real brother for as much as he was hurt by the two VH brothers and pushed to the side. Mike will always be the higher voice and beloved bassist that gave VH their defining sound for many years. Thanks Mike and Sammy for these memories 🤟🤟

[@billcore6295]

Really appreciate these videos about the background of making some of the best music in the last 50 years!!!!!!

[@DMT5150]

I totally agree; ou812 n F.u.c.k. was magic! I was 11 when Van Halen debut came out and now I'm 56 and VH with Sammy,,, Was DEFINITELY the best version! Love you Sammy, Mike, Alex and Always in my heart EVH#5150🤘🤜💥🤛

[@pulsarlights2825]

What did you have against Roth's assless chaps?

[@P51]

it definitely came through on the recording. MAGIC

[@Arlene-w6r]

I have the best memories listening to all the music Sammy brought to Van Halen. Hold them dear to my heart.❤

[@dazzratpac8557]

Awesome to see you guys telling us fans how you did it im getting good bumps watching and listening to your stories More please 🙏 We love it 🤟🤟

[@oicsaywhat]

They were magic, I remember Sammy Hagar ? Wow that’s a weird match and 5150 came out and I was shocked at how good it was and inspiring, then a month or two later saw them in concert apart from it being an amazing show , they all genuinely looked like they were happy and a solid band of brothers. I love all of Van Halen but those Sammy years were special for me when I was 14 years old. Was the soundtrack of my youth

[@horselover8472]

You guys were living the dream...still are!

[@MrPercussionPete]

OU812 brings back good memories. Sucker In A 3 Piece is one of the heaviest songs VH ever recorded imho. And Feels So Good is such a fine ballad, a true gem. And how about When It's Love... Another classic ballad. Creatively VH were at their peak in the late 80's. Legendary band.

[@zaz4667]

When they rolled through my town with this concert I lost me voice from yelling! Everyone went ballistic during this concert! And all the other VH ones I was at!

[@macman6107]

If only we could go back and do it all again guys. Thanks for being part of the soundtrack of my life. Rock on. Oh, bring the Van Halen celebration to Scotland, please.🤘

[@bigdaddydiesel5520]

Great stuff, thanks for sharing it with us!!!

[@RonnieLeslie-cj1yj]

Brothers, from different Mothers. Till the end. Ronnie.

[@jessekauffman3336]

That’s chemistry

[@eddoney8829]

That hug at the end. Mutual respect, appreciation, love. THAT'S the VH vibe that we've loved since '86! #GOAT

[@mywaveinwoodswoodperfumes]

The most relaxed, healthy, open minded sunshine😊 lover artist in the USA is Sammy Hagar

[@bassmanbilly1969]

Loved that album, magic years those were. 😎👍🤗♥️🙏🏻

[@Dirtyharry70585]

Dudes dig that album in my long drives and ear something different all the time.

[@VondaInWonderland]

It's so wonderful that you would share this beautiful story with us and make us smile ❤

[@bassmanbilly1969]

Thank you Sammy and Mike, keep up the amazing Journey ❤

[@protestantbeliever8124]

I'm Glad I got to see THIS band several times. Along, with the First Band! Love IT ALL!!!!

[@BJM3497]

The greatest American rock band in history and among the top 10 in history…..anywhere. This line up was unmatched.

[@gregsuperguitarsawnick4653]

How great it was for these guys to be able to come together and create some of the best Rock and Roll music ever. Musically and lyrically. I have songs written, sitting next to me on my couch, that I cannot find anyone to work with and make these songs happen for the world to hear. Who knows what the outcome could be if I had the right people to work with. Sammy and Mike are Standing on Top of the World. No pun intended. 👍🎸🤔😃😊👀

[@ACCESSxDENIED]

I saw them at the 1988 monsters of Rock in Seattle Washington at the Kingdome what a great show!

[@kramerbaretta6383]

Both eras of =VH= were magical. Love Dave, love Sammy.

[@flavellinator]

Amazing that they had a band that could kick ass, change the frontman, and go kick more ass... Impressive!

[@tlmiller301]

Love these videos guys. Love hearing the behind the scenes stories of these albums. Keep it up.

[@N827TM]

You guys Rock!!! Keep it up Sammy and Mike! I will be in Cabo in a week!!

[@steveb7310]

Thank you Sam, and Michael…Rock On.

[@LTD-7]

They both are beloved legends in Music. Its great too see them remain friends.. 😎

[@jorgdufer8038]

My favorite album …Eddie was still alive …this album even influenced our gospel choir …and I’m greatful you stick with you “baby”…hope Christmas was ok …and happy new year !❤

[@JOHNJ0HN9111]

ou812 id my favorite van Halen album of all times

[@justme2]

We love these storys Sammy & Mike,...keep em coming.

[@cybergun01]

I've always felt that.. especially during 5150 and OU812.. awesome music and very uplifting

[@k.gspianoworldjourneyschan437]

I love this jamm so much, hearing that gave MEEEEE goosebumps!! Man!! Thanks guys!! Too cool!! 🤘🤘❤

[@raffyvalky4527]

Best vh song of all time 🤟🤟🤟

[@rexw2203]

Sammy...Mike...thanx for all this great stuff. I love listening to this stuff. I've always found you guys to be great folks with great character. I was working at Atlantic Aviation in South Bend In. when you two came out to play some at a local casino. You two were level headed and approachable...nice folks. Great to see you guys in good health and still kickin'-it.

[@shable1436]

Living the good life, I hope you come up with more original songs that you feel are worthy

[@BotchedSurgery37]

So so good! 🙏

[@HomeOnTheRange]

I interviewed Michael for my magazine Bass Frontiers at the Oakland Stadium somewhere around 97. You wound up sick and the show didn't go on that night. We had a great time with Michael. He had just gotten the chillies on his arm! Those were good times.

[@kirbymiller1985]

That’s awesome I grew up with deaf parents so what you did means alt to me you 2 are awesome! And I would always listen to Montrose in my teens love you guys 🤘🏻🤘🏻🎸

[@carter7554]

Awesome guys, thanks.

[@brianmankus6133]

That’s so awesome. Love hearing these stories ❤

[@raadventures4341]

This needs more views man!!! This gen needs some Van Halen/Hagar man I love this band got me through the worst and still does ROCK ON!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@mikebell2750]

As always thanks for sharing your memories of Van Halen with us.

[@aaberry70]

Extraordinary.

[@mikerichardson8983]

You know the music is great and the memories you made are nice. But the brotherly love that just happens is what matters the most. That's what can't be replaced. Sammy you and mickey are one of a kind. Thanks for videos.

[@josephblomeister3040]

Great heartfelt video Sammy and Mike !!!

[@1ShaneMcBride]

Love those dudes. Michael Anthony doesn't get nearly enough love, but OG Van Halen fans know he brought a lot to the table.

[@CaboWabotv]

Back when rock music was fun, I got my first Jeep and the OU812 cassette around the same time in high school. Wore that cassette out playing it nonstop all around town. I had to buy a second OU812 cassette. I actually still have it today, although no tape player lol

[@ICESTORM5150]

I LOVE this stuff !!! MORE stories behind the songs PLEASE !!! 🤘🤘

[@markb107]

Absolute truth, this was the best version of Van Halen, no doubt.

[@85futureshock]

One of the best album covers in music history.

[@jorgealmodovar6920]

Those were the best VH times, the Van Hagar era.

[@erivers71]

Sammy and Mike = The Goats! 🐐 absolutely love your stories! Thanks for all the great music and memories through the years. Also Sammy and Mikes high voice harmonies are insane, they made the choruses so special with their great vocals. Mike is the best bassist and he's an awesome harmony singer. Sammy is greatest frontman of all time in my opinion and he's an awesome guitarist in his own right. Thank you guys for keeping Van Halen going. You guys are the lifeblood and soul of the bend. Inviting Dave and other musicians to play is a classy move. Thanks guys for being class acts guys and keeping the music going, on behalf of all Van Halen fans: we salute you kind souls for being real men and staying above the band drama and taking one for the team!

[@badtripmoses]

Music of my youth & inspired me to become the drummer/musician I am today!❤

[@vipaccess-puertorico4462]

One of my bucket list is going to a Bday Bash at Cabo! RedRocker rules!

[@JayZes11]

Greatest band ever! 100% Pure Magic!

[@BoogieMan568]

Sad that thet cant have these videos together with Alex

[@agentchris1482]

Agreed. Wish Al would put aside everything make up with them and join them on these videos would be cool to see Al chime in with memories he had with these albums

[@anthonypettipas6885]

Amazing!!!! Now I gotta hear the whole album on 11. It's been a while.

[@tonysams7261]

Sammy Hagar!!! Red Rocker!!! Thanks man! 🙏 For saving =vh= 🤘

[@Ben.T0722]

got an original press of OU812 for christmas and I just can't stop listening to it, OU812 just has something about it that makes it an amazing album

[@johnhaisila2897]

Memories! Thank You!!!

[@bambammoody]

Love you guys !

[@AA-eq5wk]

thanks for the magic

[@vPeteWalker]

Love you guys. Thanks for sharing these stories.