Much like past bands that surprised us with their get together, the teaming of Sammy Hagar (official site), Joe Satriani (official site), Michael Anthony, and Chad Smith is one that we couldn't have foreseen. Granted, Anthony and Hagar have played together in both Van Halen, and in shows with the Waboritas, the addition of the other two came as a bit of a shock.
After several listens, I've come to the conclusion that because of the consistency of the music, there are no stand out tracks. That's not a bad thing, it's just that I found myself actually listening for such a song. This CD plays as a foot-stompin', dashboard thumpin', and sometimes head-bangin' good time.
Satriani's guitar work covers just about everything, including a lot of dark sounds I've not heard in rock music in quite awhile. Anthony and Smith give us pulsating rhythms that drive everything forward in fine hard rock fashion, and even add to the aforementioned darkness. Hagar on the other hand is, well...Hagar. At almost 62, Sammy gives no inclination of retirement, and indeed proves that rock is in his blood.
The one thing I did find standing out on this album is fun. It's fun to listen, and fun to crank up the volume. Whether the studio work is fun or not, these guys make it sound as if they are having a blast playing these songs. Just the sort of band you want to see play live. With a summer tour that started in Europe and concludes in the States at the end of September, we'll get our chance. I am definitely curious what songs are on their playlist.
Album available on CD, as an MP3 download, and even on Vinyl Record.
See tour dates here.
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