Sammy has saved my life, I get depressed very deep at times. So I get tickets to a Sammy show months out to have something to look forward to. Thank you Sammy for 90 shows since I saw you in Montrose so many years ago.
A fantastic interview my friend. Thank you for doing this. I'd like to share something, if I may. I'm 53 years old...I love making Music and playing guitar. Music has always got me through a lot of things in my life. Three years ago (6/16/20)...my father passed away from a long battle with cancer. I'm an only child. And because of my job, it was difficult for me to get away and help my mother during that time. But, when that horrible day came, my world collapsed. The strongest, most supportive man that I had known, was gone. For the next two weeks, as I was getting my day started...I listened to "Eagles Fly" & "Give To Live" back to back, every morning. I would be by myself for about half an hour & cry. But these songs (that I have loved since I was a teenager)...got me through that dark period in my life. So thank you for showing, how down to earth Sammy, is. God bless you and your family sir. 🙏 🤘🎸🎶🎵
You said it right Kenny, Sammy is one of the greatest rock singers of all time!! Powerful, rich voice with incredible range. 75 years old and still sings his ass off. He’ll smoke ANYONE in their 20’s
Kenny is a legend. Comes in and nails it because he learned every aspect of the craft. That’s what the greats do. They get it right the first time. Such a humble person. So damn cool..😎
Been a Sammy fan since his solo career back to Red and TransAm songs, been going to Cabo Wabo in Cabo San Lucas since 1995, Seen Sam in Cabo Wabo in 1996 with less than 120 people in that huge place. ..He Just got the Wabos together and rehearsing unannounced... to start touring for the Marching to Mars record. Was high fiving with the whole band Vic, Mona, David and Sammy. Then starting seeing Sam at Lake Tahoe when he 1st opened Cantina there and doing shows for the opening and the anniversary shows after. Met his son Aaron in Cantina, he waited on us in the restaurant, Aaron was managing the Cantina. Then we become friends, the point is Hagar's are great people. So many great stories and memories. Then there's Kenny Aronoff, man is a phenomenal drummer, seen him with Chickenfoot and always liked his drumming with John Mellenncamp, clear back to John's beginning. Both Sammy and Kenny are so talented and such great guys. Keep rockin! 🎸🥁
@@KennyAronoffOfficial funny when I came across your video today, because this week I was watching old live videos of you and John, I was learning old Mellenncamp songs on guitar, Hurts So Good, Jack & Diane, Small Town. I've played Pink houses for years. Always loved the cord percussion and your drum parts in these songs. Also a great interview. 😎🎸🎸🥁🥁
I met Kenny during Chickenfoot tour in 2012. What a beast, man, super great guy. I did 4 meet and greets in a row. Those guys had so much fun. Sammy has been such a great singer, songwriter and guitar player. He's timeless.... keep it going Red Rocker!!!!
Kenny Aronoff - you still groove with the energy and passion of a 19 year old kid mixed with the ability and creativity of a master; a rare combination ... thanks for all the great music Kenny!!!
Wow. I’m upset that my algorithm didn’t get this in front of me sooner! Kenny, you are an inspiration for humanity, not just drummers and musicians in general. The bios that you, Sammy, and Luke wrote should be mandatory reading for anyone who grew up listening to music from the 70’s on. Absolutely an honour to get a glimpse behind the curtain. Seeing you with Sammy always makes me smile. 5150 changed my life and Lonesome Jubilee wasn’t far behind. Van Hagar will always be my number one, but honestly - everything you did with JCM was VERY close behind. Those were my formative years and nothing could ever touch me the way those albums did and still do. I don’t know that you’ll read this two weeks later, but knowing what a maniac workaholic you are, I would not be surprised. Thank you. Thank you! THANK YOU!!!! (How’s that for being a sycophantic little shit??😬) Cheers from a kid who grew up in the middle of nowhere Northwestern Ontario who never dreamed he’d get the chance to maybe have a comment read by one of his idols.
@@steveslachter188 I knew he would! He might have had to skim my rambling, but I can only hope he got the message - he is a great human and an inspiration. I stand by my assertion about his, Sammy’s, and Luke’s books - MANDATORY FOR ANY 80’s ROCK FANS!!!! Not to mention music aficionados in general.
Someday I will go through my CD, cassette and vinyl collections to count how many times Kenny's name shows up in the liner notes. What a fixture in the music world. Sammy's self-realization segment at the end hit home. I've been his fan since childhood and when he talks about providing help and inspiration and relief, that was "Can't Get Loose" off of Standing Hampton for me. I played that song on repeat back when "repeat" was guessing how long to hold the "Rewind" button down...
Stories about Kenny reading charts while playing live are always entertaining. Talent plus crazy work ethic equals rare accomplishments. Sammy is a terrific storyteller.
Just stumbled across these podcasts. I'm addicted to them now. Great interviews with amazing artists. Sammy is one of my musical heroes and i never tire of hearing his stories. Thanks, Kenny for the years of entertainment!!
For sure, Bro. I was into Sammy going back to the Montrose days. Wore out my vinyl copy of Paper Money, but I've still got it. Loved his solo material, and I really thought he raised Van Halen up to much higher heights. Way back I got to see him play a county fair when "Red" was out, over in Petaluma. I was a security guard working backstage passes. (The fair board was nervous the promoter wouldn't provide good security, so they hired the company I was working for. In retaliation the promoter hired his own including local members of the HA. Worked alongside the tallest, muscular biker I'd ever met.). Also got the chance to see him play the Cow Palace. If memory still serves, (don't bet on it), about the same time I saw Billy Squier there and also saw Saga there. Those were really good days....
I can’t wait to see the whole thing. I love the energy of long time musicians who are still huge FANS talking music. And starting with a jam … goddamn brilliant.
It's cool to see this after you pinch hit for him on this last tour. It sounded great too. This was one of the most relaxed interviews I've seen with Sammy.
Yes! That was awesome! At 56 and still drumming in a band I was so happy to see you drop a stick just like me! Haaaa! But the beat went on! Ow! Great interview KA love me some Sammy!
I have always loved Sammy. The first concert I attended was in San Jose Ca. … Monrose with Sammy opening with his new solo gig. I still have the original Montrose albums in my musical rotation. Great interview.
Kenny - This awesome job you do is a distraction from my guitar playing!!! Love the energy on this channel. It’s a damn good thing you are a drummer to channel that energy. Keep it coming.
PS: that studio musician playing lead guitar, holy crap the dude is like chill as can be, and then just plays an incredible lead part like it just falls out of him, amazing.
This is great and thanks for sharing it. I remember seeing Sammy open for ZZ Top when I was a kid and I was blown away by his show it was amazing. I also got to see Sam with Van Halen in the 90's and it was an incredible show.
@@KennyAronoffOfficial And I beg you. Next time you talk with Sammy, tell him if he ever wants to give that red single humbucker I cant drive 55 guitar to someone that would play it every day, he can send it my way. Been a fan of that song and guitar since it dropped in the 80s. Sometimes ya just gotta ask, right?
Kenny, been watching multiple episodes of your show, it’s great thanks so much for the time and effort you put into this initiative. A well worth it , awesome, time capsule from one the most incredible and hard working musicians (i.e. you) to the world. Thanks for your vision!
Dude I'm not going to slam Sammy for "donating" the profits to charity. I am also old enough and wise enough to understand that if there is NOBODY watching to make sure a club or restaurant is profitable... it is not profitable. Let's grow up and be real. Oh I understand how being real is with Sammy... I actually met him way back in 1983... he tossed me off the stage at Wings arena in Kzoo MI. Best moment of my life to be honest. Don't tell my sons they think they live in that space... lol. anyhow I love Sammy and have always loved his music. I would consider it a treat if I could ever jam with him... I play drums Sammy... if you see any moment that your guy cannot make the gig - just send the jet for me. :)
Kenny, I enjoy your content (and drumming!) Also, I must admit that Sammy is a very “what you see is what you get” kind of guy. (So is Mikey). As a guitarist, EVH changed my world and again (sadly) when he left my world. I was blessed to have seen him (and Sam) many times. Enjoy the music. Appreciate the artists. Life is short.
COME TO SERVE, NOT TO BE SERVED! theres great great joy in helping others, being a light in times of absolute darkness and dispair. Love 1 another. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍
cool Sammy Rocks in 79 it was my 2nd concert 1st one was KISS but Sammy Rocked I only knew of a few songs but his live show was kick ass,can't wait Kenny you have some great artist on your channel you Rock bro love your channel so I'll practice my guitar as I listen to your interview with Sammy have a good day and weekend stay safe and cool
Who doesn’t have you ever heard of Dr. Fuck (Ralph) from the Almost Human channel? He cannot stand Sammy. Almost like Sammy personally did something to him. Oh ya ruined the great Van Halen!!! 🤣🤣
Two of my favorite people. Both of you have not slowed down even though you are not young anymore. Kenny, you don't look a day over 50 to me. Thank you for this video and next time you see Sam, shake his hand for me and thank him for being such an amazing guy. Hopefully I get to do that myself someday.
I saw Sammy for the first time in 07,and before that, outside of VH i never thought much about him. That day in Gillette stadium, he changed my thoughts on the man. He put on the best show out of anyone in the 4 artist lineup including the head liner. Leanne Rhimes and Sammy, killed it all that day. The more i have seen of Sammy since he brings raises up my level of respect further, every time.
@@KennyAronoffOfficial I was listning to Kickstart my heart by motley crue, i thought that song's drums take was so mediocre, i couldn't help but imagine you playing it, throwing in your tricks and magic!
Who is more upbeat and positive Jack Blades or Sammy Hagar? Naming Chickenfoot III their 2nd album might make give the edge to Sammy. That was an uplifting interview. Sammy comes off great in your book too. Thank you!!! Your bottle of "Uncommon" is on its way to my house.
Chris.. Thanks for your comments.. Yeah I agrees. Sammy and Jack are so positive.. So cool.. AND enjoy the Uncommon.. I love that wine.. It never lets me down.. : ) and it lifts me up. : )
If Margaritaville restaurants, resorts, hotels, casinos, cruise ships works, I'm sure Cabo Wabo could too. In fact, I believe Cabo Wabo Cantina was built way before any of those.
Sammy’s realization that he had vision that others didn’t really helped him, even though he got fired for it (more than once). His intellect, intuition, communication skills, charisma and extraordinary talent really set him apart from other band members, in my opinion, even from Eddie. He really became the leader of Van Halen. His contributions were so significant that VH really never recovered after he left. Had there been no Sammy, would VH have achieved as much? Personally, I don’t think so. Sammy, Eddie, Mike and Al were once in a lifetime magic, but Sammy is who I remember.
Great interview again Kenny. He’s such a great, smart and obviously talented musician mofo! The wine thing is hilarious. I make wine in chicago with grapes from Lodi, California. Made Syrah as well. Try a Cab/Merlot 50/50. You’ll love it. Keep rockin guy.s!salute!
@@KennyAronoffOfficial There's this great story Shep tells about when Sammy was trying to break into the business and opening for Alice Cooper and there was an outdoor show in FL that got cancelled due to a hurricane and the opening acts didn't get guarenteed money is what I think he said. Somehow Alice's band got into donating funds to Sammy and his band so they could stay in a hotel that night. Shep told the story like it was his idea to take up the collection.
Sammy keeps saying he was 5 when Elvis was on Ed Sullivan. Sammy was born in 47. Elvis was on Ed Sullivan in 56. Sammy would have just about been 9 years old.
WTF Kenny... okay son sit down let me tell you how it's done. I'm not a good drummer, you are far better and more accomplished... but I hear those two initial tracks with you on the kit and yes I understand nothing is miced up it jut a jam... but you are tight. No groove. I would say damn son ease up on the hats, let them sing. Okay I will stop.
I really don’t understand Mike Anthony. He’s gone from playing on Mean Street and I’m The One to playing hack tunes like I Can’t Drive 55 and Heavy Metal. How can he do that? Cognitive dissonance is a potentially harmful condition. 😁 Peace! 🤘🏻
Sammy has saved my life, I get depressed very deep at times. So I get tickets to a Sammy show months out to have something to look forward to. Thank you Sammy for 90 shows since I saw you in Montrose so many years ago.
Hi Kevin.. Sammy is an amazing man.. Thanks for watching my pod cast..
A fantastic interview my friend. Thank you for doing this. I'd like to share something, if I may. I'm 53 years old...I love making Music and playing guitar. Music has always got me through a lot of things in my life. Three years ago (6/16/20)...my father passed away from a long battle with cancer. I'm an only child. And because of my job, it was difficult for me to get away and help my mother during that time. But, when that horrible day came, my world collapsed. The strongest, most supportive man that I had known, was gone. For the next two weeks, as I was getting my day started...I listened to "Eagles Fly" & "Give To Live" back to back, every morning. I would be by myself for about half an hour & cry. But these songs (that I have loved since I was a teenager)...got me through that dark period in my life. So thank you for showing, how down to earth Sammy, is. God bless you and your family sir. 🙏 🤘🎸🎶🎵
wow.. that was heavy and music is a powerful way to feel. Sammy is all about positive feelings.. Thank you for your message. : )
@@KennyAronoffOfficial Thank you my friend. 🙏
You said it right Kenny, Sammy is one of the greatest rock singers of all time!! Powerful, rich voice with incredible range. 75 years old and still sings his ass off. He’ll smoke ANYONE in their 20’s
Yes yes and yes.. Thanks for acknowledging how great Sammy is.
It's great to see you guys being so down to earth and having a great time, Kenny. I love your channel!
thanks jorge.. : )
Kenny is a legend. Comes in and nails it because he learned every aspect of the craft. That’s what the greats do. They get it right the first time. Such a humble person. So damn cool..😎
Thank you so much Todd. : )
Been a Sammy fan since his solo career back to Red and TransAm songs, been going to Cabo Wabo in Cabo San Lucas since 1995, Seen Sam in Cabo Wabo in 1996 with less than 120 people in that huge place. ..He Just got the Wabos together and rehearsing unannounced... to start touring for the Marching to Mars record. Was high fiving with the whole band Vic, Mona, David and Sammy. Then starting seeing Sam at Lake Tahoe when he 1st opened Cantina there and doing shows for the opening and the anniversary shows after. Met his son Aaron in Cantina, he waited on us in the restaurant, Aaron was managing the Cantina. Then we become friends, the point is Hagar's are great people. So many great stories and memories. Then there's Kenny Aronoff, man is a phenomenal drummer, seen him with Chickenfoot and always liked his drumming with John Mellenncamp, clear back to John's beginning. Both Sammy and Kenny are so talented and such great guys. Keep rockin! 🎸🥁
Thank you for that incredible message.. : )
@@KennyAronoffOfficial funny when I came across your video today, because this week I was watching old live videos of you and John, I was learning old Mellenncamp songs on guitar, Hurts So Good, Jack & Diane, Small Town. I've played Pink houses for years. Always loved the cord percussion and your drum parts in these songs. Also a great interview. 😎🎸🎸🥁🥁
@@gtcnote Thanks so much .. : )
I met Kenny during Chickenfoot tour in 2012. What a beast, man, super great guy. I did 4 meet and greets in a row. Those guys had so much fun. Sammy has been such a great singer, songwriter and guitar player. He's timeless.... keep it going Red Rocker!!!!
Cool Shawn,, wow 4 meet and greets. That's fantastic..
Sammy’s closing remarks are outstanding.
YES.. That's why I stopped the episode.. How do you follow that? right?
Kenny Aronoff - you still groove with the energy and passion of a 19 year old kid mixed with the ability and creativity of a master; a rare combination ... thanks for all the great music Kenny!!!
lol yesssssss
Wow. I’m upset that my algorithm didn’t get this in front of me sooner! Kenny, you are an inspiration for humanity, not just drummers and musicians in general. The bios that you, Sammy, and Luke wrote should be mandatory reading for anyone who grew up listening to music from the 70’s on. Absolutely an honour to get a glimpse behind the curtain. Seeing you with Sammy always makes me smile. 5150 changed my life and Lonesome Jubilee wasn’t far behind. Van Hagar will always be my number one, but honestly - everything you did with JCM was VERY close behind. Those were my formative years and nothing could ever touch me the way those albums did and still do. I don’t know that you’ll read this two weeks later, but knowing what a maniac workaholic you are, I would not be surprised. Thank you. Thank you! THANK YOU!!!! (How’s that for being a sycophantic little shit??😬) Cheers from a kid who grew up in the middle of nowhere Northwestern Ontario who never dreamed he’d get the chance to maybe have a comment read by one of his idols.
Thanks so much for your comments.. : )
👀 you was correct! He replied, how cool of him 👍🏻
@@steveslachter188 I knew he would! He might have had to skim my rambling, but I can only hope he got the message - he is a great human and an inspiration. I stand by my assertion about his, Sammy’s, and Luke’s books - MANDATORY FOR ANY 80’s ROCK FANS!!!! Not to mention music aficionados in general.
Someday I will go through my CD, cassette and vinyl collections to count how many times Kenny's name shows up in the liner notes. What a fixture in the music world. Sammy's self-realization segment at the end hit home. I've been his fan since childhood and when he talks about providing help and inspiration and relief, that was "Can't Get Loose" off of Standing Hampton for me. I played that song on repeat back when "repeat" was guessing how long to hold the "Rewind" button down...
David.. Love your comments.. Thanks. Lot's more coming . : )
Stories about Kenny reading charts while playing live are always entertaining. Talent plus crazy work ethic equals rare accomplishments.
Sammy is a terrific storyteller.
Yes he is.. passionate also.
Just stumbled across these podcasts. I'm addicted to them now. Great interviews with amazing artists. Sammy is one of my musical heroes and i never tire of hearing his stories. Thanks, Kenny for the years of entertainment!!
John, hanks for checking out my podcast.. : )
Sammy is such an inspiration on so many levels
yes yes yes
For sure, Bro. I was into Sammy going back to the Montrose days. Wore out my vinyl copy of Paper Money, but I've still got it. Loved his solo material, and I really thought he raised Van Halen up to much higher heights. Way back I got to see him play a county fair when "Red" was out, over in Petaluma. I was a security guard working backstage passes. (The fair board was nervous the promoter wouldn't provide good security, so they hired the company I was working for. In retaliation the promoter hired his own including local members of the HA. Worked alongside the tallest, muscular biker I'd ever met.). Also got the chance to see him play the Cow Palace. If memory still serves, (don't bet on it), about the same time I saw Billy Squier there and also saw Saga there. Those were really good days....
@@Dragonsinger71 Those were really great days .. I agree.
I can’t wait to see the whole thing. I love the energy of long time musicians who are still huge FANS talking music. And starting with a jam … goddamn brilliant.
Thanks Soren..
Kenny, you just made my life better because of this interview. You both were fabulous. Very grateful.
Thanks so much Eric.. : )
Nice to see the practice jam on 55. Always fun to see the professionals working out the song. Noice!
Cool. Thanks..
It's cool to see this after you pinch hit for him on this last tour. It sounded great too. This was one of the most relaxed interviews I've seen with Sammy.
Yes! That was awesome! At 56 and still drumming in a band I was so happy to see you drop a stick just like me! Haaaa! But the beat went on! Ow! Great interview KA love me some Sammy!
Thanks dude.. : )
I have always loved Sammy. The first concert I attended was in San Jose Ca. … Monrose with Sammy opening with his new solo gig. I still have the original Montrose albums in my musical rotation. Great interview.
David, Thanks for checking out my podcast.. : )
Kenny - This awesome job you do is a distraction from my guitar playing!!! Love the energy on this channel. It’s a damn good thing you are a drummer to channel that energy. Keep it coming.
Thanks Mike..: )
Yeah!!! Loved this Kenny
Fantastic.. Thanks.. : )
PS: that studio musician playing lead guitar, holy crap the dude is like chill as can be, and then just plays an incredible lead part like it just falls out of him, amazing.
lol.. Yeah amazing right?
Sammy is just an amazing human being. Great interview, Kenny! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thanks and I agree Sammy is extraordinary .. joy and love
@@KennyAronoffOfficial ☺️
my old drum teacher taught me Kenny's warm up! game changer!
Fantastic.... Thanks for checking out my podcast.. I still do a 75 minute warm up every day..
This is great and thanks for sharing it. I remember seeing Sammy open for ZZ Top when I was a kid and I was blown away by his show it was amazing. I also got to see Sam with Van Halen in the 90's and it was an incredible show.
Sammy always has been an amazing performer.
I legit drummer that can play it all with little to no notice or rehearsal .. Dude is a master of his craft
Thanks so much
@@KennyAronoffOfficial And I beg you. Next time you talk with Sammy, tell him if he ever wants to give that red single humbucker I cant drive 55 guitar to someone that would play it every day, he can send it my way.
Been a fan of that song and guitar since it dropped in the 80s.
Sometimes ya just gotta ask, right?
@@TheSweezer lol.. I love it.. lol
Kenny, been watching multiple episodes of your show, it’s great thanks so much for the time and effort you put into this initiative. A well worth it , awesome, time capsule from one the most incredible and hard working musicians (i.e. you) to the world. Thanks for your vision!
Thank you so much for checking out my pod cast.. : )
too much talent in one room..cant comprehend ....love it!
lol.. thanks you.. : )
Dude I'm not going to slam Sammy for "donating" the profits to charity. I am also old enough and wise enough to understand that if there is NOBODY watching to make sure a club or restaurant is profitable... it is not profitable. Let's grow up and be real. Oh I understand how being real is with Sammy... I actually met him way back in 1983... he tossed me off the stage at Wings arena in Kzoo MI. Best moment of my life to be honest. Don't tell my sons they think they live in that space... lol. anyhow I love Sammy and have always loved his music. I would consider it a treat if I could ever jam with him... I play drums Sammy... if you see any moment that your guy cannot make the gig - just send the jet for me. :)
Thanks for checking out my podcast
Kenny has and always will be a badass among drummers,a true legend keep on keepin on my man!!!!
Thanks so much Chuck.
Kenny, I enjoy your content (and drumming!)
Also, I must admit that Sammy is a very “what you see is what you get” kind of guy. (So is Mikey).
As a guitarist, EVH changed my world and again (sadly) when he left my world. I was blessed to have seen him (and Sam) many times.
Enjoy the music. Appreciate the artists.
Life is short.
Thanks for your message and watching my pod cast. : )
COME TO SERVE, NOT TO BE SERVED! theres great great joy in helping others, being a light in times of absolute darkness and dispair. Love 1 another. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍
yesssssssssssssssssss
cool Sammy Rocks in 79 it was my 2nd concert 1st one was KISS but Sammy Rocked I only knew of a few songs but his live show was kick ass,can't wait Kenny you have some great artist on your channel you Rock bro love your channel so I'll practice my guitar as I listen to your interview with Sammy have a good day and weekend stay safe and cool
thanks Ray : )
@@KennyAronoffOfficial great interview btw yw and cool that you guys played 👍75 that's awesome must be the Italian blood my grandfather lived til 94
@@rayfabris2512 Very cool.. My mom lived until 95..
Whooo brother! I’m just beginning to watch this, but if it’s Kenny and Sammy - the stories are gonna be LEGENDARY!! 😎👍👍
fantastic.. Thanks for watching.
I love any interview with Sammy Hagar in it whether he's doing the interviewing or being interviewed. He seems like such a great guy. Thanks kenny
Sammy Is exactly what you see 100% 24 7.. GREAT GUY, GREAT SINGER, GREAT SONG WRITER and GREAT BUSINESS man. OH and plays guitar great also.
This was a really good episode Kenny
Thanks Dino
Luv Sammy!! But who doesn't
lol exactly. so positive and happy
Who doesn’t have you ever heard of Dr. Fuck (Ralph) from the Almost Human channel? He cannot stand Sammy. Almost like Sammy personally did something to him. Oh ya ruined the great Van Halen!!! 🤣🤣
Two of my favorite people. Both of you have not slowed down even though you are not young anymore. Kenny, you don't look a day over 50 to me. Thank you for this video and next time you see Sam, shake his hand for me and thank him for being such an amazing guy. Hopefully I get to do that myself someday.
Thanks for your comments : ) Lot's more to come
I saw Sammy for the first time in 07,and before that, outside of VH i never thought much about him. That day in Gillette stadium, he changed my thoughts on the man. He put on the best show out of anyone in the 4 artist lineup including the head liner. Leanne Rhimes and Sammy, killed it all that day. The more i have seen of Sammy since he brings raises up my level of respect further, every time.
Yessss Sammy is a badass on so many levels.. Thanks for checking out my podcast.
@@KennyAronoffOfficial Thanks for the podcast Kenny!
Great show Kenny.....love Sammy and Mike, you all seem like such great guys......I saw you play in Detroit with Mellencamp.....it was awesome!
Thanks doctor detritus.. : ) I love detroit.
Awesome interview! Sammy is the coolest! 🖤
I agree. Sammy is amazingly cool and authentic
Wow!!! How cool is that, bro???? Kenny and Sammy... Both amazing brothers...
Thanks for watching Milton.. : ) Lot's more coming.
LEGENDS! what a great show, guests and host! keep on rockin' @KennyAronoffOfficial!
Thanks for checking out my podcast.. : )
@@KennyAronoffOfficial I was listning to Kickstart my heart by motley crue, i thought that song's drums take was so mediocre, i couldn't help but imagine you playing it, throwing in your tricks and magic!
@@JayAgassi lol hell yessssssss
Vic is a bad dude. Another great interview.
Thanks Kenny. Love the inside lookin out thang.
Great interview. Huge Van Hagar fan! His answer to the last question left me with a smile ... he gets it.
Yes and yes
Who is more upbeat and positive Jack Blades or Sammy Hagar? Naming Chickenfoot III their 2nd album might make give the edge to Sammy. That was an uplifting interview. Sammy comes off great in your book too. Thank you!!! Your bottle of "Uncommon" is on its way to my house.
Chris.. Thanks for your comments.. Yeah I agrees. Sammy and Jack are so positive.. So cool.. AND enjoy the Uncommon.. I love that wine.. It never lets me down.. : ) and it lifts me up. : )
YOU ARE THE BEST!!! Hardest working and nicest guy in show biz.
@@chrishight6598 Thanks Chris
If Margaritaville restaurants, resorts, hotels, casinos, cruise ships works, I'm sure Cabo Wabo could too. In fact, I believe Cabo Wabo Cantina was built way before any of those.
i totally agree
What a class act! One of my favorites since I first heard him in Montrose! Great video Kenny!
Thanks Jason
Sammy’s realization that he had vision that others didn’t really helped him, even though he got fired for it (more than once). His intellect, intuition, communication skills, charisma and extraordinary talent really set him apart from other band members, in my opinion, even from Eddie. He really became the leader of Van Halen. His contributions were so significant that VH really never recovered after he left. Had there been no Sammy, would VH have achieved as much? Personally, I don’t think so. Sammy, Eddie, Mike and Al were once in a lifetime magic, but Sammy is who I remember.
Thanks for checking out my podcast and your comments..
Absolutely loved this show
Thanks so much
Great Job! Kenny ☮️
Thanks so much
18:55 what song were they discussing, they kinda cancelled each other out and I couldn't decipher it. Thanks.
Love your channel
Very authentic and real.
Thank you 🙏🏻
That is exactly what I want to hear.. : ) you rock.
Passionate guys doing what they love ❣️🙏
So exciting! Let's GOOOOO!
Sarah.. Sammy's joy and love transcends into everything he does.
Life is to enjoy, appreciate and share that joy! I think Sammie has done a pretty darn good job of that! You too Kenny! Hats Off! No harm here! Peace!
Thanks Charles.
Thank You! And Thanks for being personable and cool as F! ;)@@KennyAronoffOfficial
Thanks Charles. : ) @@charleslitherbury8600
Love ❤️ Sammy
Such a good guy
I read Sammy’s book and I could not put it down, it was great
Sammy's book was amazing. Fast read.. His book motivated me to write my autobiography.
Kenny I am thoroughly enjoying this Chanel!!
Thank you so much. Lots more coming
What is missing is Sammy's review of your wine, Kenny!
More wine coming later this year.
This was very entertaining. 2 friends having a conversation. Awesome!
Thanks Tom
Bucket list item - shot, beer and some vino with Kenny and Sammy.
Hell yes!!!
Awesome interview! Thank you.
Thank you .. more to come.
Great video, Thank You from Reunion Island !
Thanks.. where is reunion island?
A great episode! I love the Circle lineup.
Thanks Heather. : )
Why don't I have friends like this? lol Keep em coming Kenny...
lol ha ha ha..
Luv this episode . Thank you.
Thank you for watching : )
Just perfect! ❤
wow.. Thanks.
great job Kenny! that was awesome!
Thanks so much
Ahh the song from the animated movie Heavy Metal.
Peter thanks for checking out my podcast.
@@KennyAronoffOfficial It's been popping up in my home feed lately. Bonamassa was a good one👍
Some singers only get to play with one great player, some two. Sammy plays with just about all of them.
Exactly : )
Just a blast every time I see you guys Play. Together or separate. Love your Tequila Sammy!
cool and thanks.
Great interview again Kenny. He’s such a great, smart and obviously talented musician mofo! The wine thing is hilarious. I make wine in chicago with grapes from Lodi, California. Made Syrah as well. Try a Cab/Merlot 50/50. You’ll love it. Keep rockin guy.s!salute!
I love a Cab Merlot.... Maybe that will be my next Uncommon Wine. Thanks for your comments.
2 of my favorite people. 3 including Mikey.
thanks thad. Yeah Mikey rocks
HSAS II?
1:40 I hope he gives proper credit to Shep Gordon in this interview for showing him the way.
Sammy always has wonderful things to say about Shep Gordon
@@KennyAronoffOfficial There's this great story Shep tells about when Sammy was trying to break into the business and opening for Alice Cooper and there was an outdoor show in FL that got cancelled due to a hurricane and the opening acts didn't get guarenteed money is what I think he said. Somehow Alice's band got into donating funds to Sammy and his band so they could stay in a hotel that night. Shep told the story like it was his idea to take up the collection.
@@aj_aka_alan I love that story.. : )
Love Kenny! Love Sammy!
Lindsey.. thank you so much.
Sammy keeps saying he was 5 when Elvis was on Ed Sullivan.
Sammy was born in 47. Elvis was on Ed Sullivan in 56. Sammy would have just about been 9 years old.
5 is a nice round number.. : )
I saw Sammy in the 70's and both his other guitarists had shaved heads and I believe they wore the same outfits. Good show
wow.. lol cool.
NICE!
thanks Steve
Very Cool..
Thanks Scott
Great interview Kenny !!!
Thanks Gary
@KennyAronoffOfficial Kenny, you're the best too...!!!! 😎
@@GSteele92 Thanks : )
I won't tell all of your secrets. #STS
How many bottles of wine were consumed???
not to many.. People were drinking other kinds of drinks at the table.
Badass bass Mike
Hell Yes... Mike is an amazing bass player and singer
@@KennyAronoffOfficial Is this really Kenny?
If so, I saw you with John Fogerty, in Ft. Wayne. It was awesome!
@@jamestrowbridge29 Thanks James. Yeah .. Fogerty is amazing..
@@jamestrowbridge29 yes it's me. I try to respond to all the comments on my UA-cam channel. : ) I appreciate people watching and all your comments
Watch out jason…. Kennys soundin heavy as F.U.CK.
lol Love it.. Thanks.
Not looks 70 ?? and he's 75 wow !
I know.. Sammy is so vibrant and young.
Sammy, when are you opening a 55 and older retirement community?
I will ask him. : )
Hahaha, talkin', hahaha, great playing, hahahaha, stories, haha, more talking, hahaha, playing, haha
: ) Thanks for checking out my podcast.
Would trade all 3 to have Ed back.
Thank god we have so many amazing recordings of ED. right?
Sure wish the music was recorded better.
Lololololol... If you think about it, that's a muscle too..... Pololololol
Hey Terry.. thanks for checking out my podcast.
@@KennyAronoffOfficial I'm running the gauntlet of episodes. Great job man.
How much hearing loss do you have?
LOTS lol
I guess that's the trade-off for a life of absolutely passionate drumming!@@KennyAronoffOfficial
Sammy haa been a great singer but i dont agree with you on the great guitarist part. Good but not great.
Coolest dude ever though for sure.
Yes he is the coolest and a super joyful person
What, Sammy you're not starting your own religion too?
lol.. That will come later
WTF Kenny... okay son sit down let me tell you how it's done. I'm not a good drummer, you are far better and more accomplished... but I hear those two initial tracks with you on the kit and yes I understand nothing is miced up it jut a jam... but you are tight. No groove. I would say damn son ease up on the hats, let them sing. Okay I will stop.
I really don’t understand Mike Anthony. He’s gone from playing on Mean Street and I’m The One to playing hack tunes like I Can’t Drive 55 and Heavy Metal. How can he do that? Cognitive dissonance is a potentially harmful condition. 😁 Peace! 🤘🏻