Sammy Hagar Announces ‘Encore, Thank you Goodnight’ Single

Sammy Hagar Announces ‘Encore, Thank you Goodnight’ Single

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar today announced the release of a personal new single, “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight.,” out April 25 via Big Machine Rock. The track, a melodic rock anthem written by Hagar and guitar legend Joe Satriani, was inspired by a dream and brought to reality by introspective lyrics, powerful chords and rhythmic guitar and drums. The single will debut globally acrossall platforms on April 25, accompanied by an official lyric video on YouTube.

“Encore, Thank you, Goodnight”

 
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Inspired by a vivid dream Hagar had about the late Eddie Van Halen, the song marks a full-circle moment in his storied career. “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight.” features Hagar on vocals, Michael Anthony on bass, Joe Satriani on guitar and Kenny Aronoff on drums. The production—helmed by Hagar, Satriani, and Eric Caudieux—delivers a sound that is at once nostalgic and forward-looking. According to Hagar, the dream that sparked the song came about a year after Eddie’s passing and left a lasting impact. Rather than being a somber farewell, the song is a celebration and expression of appreciation—for the fans, and for the unforgettable chapter they shared in Van Halen.

“This song is my final bow to that part of my life,” says Hagar. “It’s not meant to be anything
more than a thank-you — with love, with respect, and with one hell of a guitar solo.” Hagar
also shared that Satriani’s contribution to the track brought a unique emotional energy. “Joe
was the perfect partner to help me shape the sound — he brought in that big, emotional,
guitar-driven energy that feels like Eddie’s spirit but is entirely of Joe’s creation. With
Michael Anthony’s thundering bass and stellar Van Halen-esque background vocals and
Kenny Aronoff’s relentlessly powerful driving rhythms, the song really came together on all
levels.”

For more than four decades, Sammy Hagar has been recognized as one of the best and most accomplished lead singers and songwriters in rock music. From breaking into the industry with the seminal hard rock band Montrose, to his multi-platinum solo career, to his ride as the frontman of Van Halen, Chickenfoot and his latest best-selling supergroup, The Circle, Hagar has amassed 25 Platinum albums on sales surpassing 50 million worldwide. Along his journey, he has set the tone for some of the greatest rock anthems ever written with songs like “I Can’t Drive 55,” “Right Now,” and “Why Can’t This Be Love,” and earned the highest respect of the music industry with a Grammy Award and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Since opening his flagship Cabo Wabo Cantina in 1990, he’s turned a lifelong passion for great food, music and spirits into a thriving and iconic lifestyle brand encompassing restaurants and spirits.

He’s a #1 NYT bestselling author, a dedicated philanthropist, donating millions back to local communities through The Hagar Family Foundation, and as the first Honorary Ambassador to Los Cabos, an honor he was bestowed in 2022 in recognition of his longtime investment in the people and economy of Mexico. Visit here for more information. Visit here for more information on Sammy Hagar.