Sammy Hagar
Main Band
Van Halen
Main Guitar
Gibson Explorer
#1 SONG
I Can’t Drive 55
THE SOLO
There’s Only One Way To Rock
THE RIFF
Heavy Metal
| Birth Name | Samuel Roy Hagar |
| Birth Place | Salinas, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Age | 78 (Born October 13, 1947) |
| Years Playing | 66 (started playing 1959) |
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| Genres | Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Rock |
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| Net Worth | US$ 150,000,000 |
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Sammy Hagar Biography
Career Highlights
Joining Van Halen as the lead vocalist in 1985
Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Van Halen in 2007
Releasing his successful solo album "Standing Hampton" in 1981
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Sammy Hagar Techniques
Right Hand
Alternate PickingAlternate picking involves striking the string with both downstrokes and upstrokes in a continuous motion. It enhances speed and precision. Guitarists use this technique for rapid note sequences., FingerstyleFingerstyle involves plucking strings directly with fingers instead of a pick. It allows complex, polyphonic music. This technique is common in classical and folk guitar., Hybrid PickingHybrid picking combines a pick and fingers for plucking strings. It allows versatile and dynamic playing. Guitarists use it to mix picking and fingerstyle techniques., Palm MutingOther Techniques
HarmonicsHarmonics involve lightly touching the string at specific points to produce bell-like tones. They add tonal variety. This technique is used for special sound effects. Harmonics can be natural or artificial, depending on the method used., Lead GuitarLead guitar focuses on melody lines and solos. It often uses techniques like bends and vibrato. This role is prominent in rock and blues bands., Rhythm GuitarRhythm guitar focuses on chord progressions and rhythmic patterns. It provides harmonic support. This role is crucial in most band settings., SlideSlide guitar uses a slide to glide between notes, creating a smooth, continuous sound. It's common in blues music. This technique adds expressiveness., TappingTapping involves hammering on and pulling off notes with both hands on the fretboard. It allows rapid, intricate melodies. This technique is popular in rock and metal., Whammy BarTechniques Breakdown
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Sammy Hagar Gear
Sammy Hagar Tone Focus
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Sammy Hagar Videos
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Sammy With Van Halen (plays the solo)
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Neal Schon and Sammy Hagar jamming
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Sammy Performing one of his most iconic songs
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Hagar & Mayer & Lee & Johnson (Hetfield)
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Sammy Hagar and His Guitar Collection
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EVH & Hagar jamming
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One of The Best Vocal Performances of Sammy Hagar
Sammy Hagar Guitar Tabs
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