SAMMY HAGAR KICKS OFF “BEST OF ALL WORLDS”
LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY WITH MICHAEL ANTHONY, JOE SATRIANI
AND KENNY ARONOFF AT DOLBY LIVE AT PARK MGM
WITH PACKED CROWD AND EMOTIONAL NEW SONG DEBUT
Tickets For Performances Through May 17 Are On Sale Now
Rock and roll history roared to life last night as Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar lit up the stage at Dolby Live at Park MGM, launching the highly anticipated “Best of All Worlds Stays in Vegas” residency with a high-octane celebration of Hagar’s legendary catalog, including the deepest dive yet into his tenure with Van Halen yet.
The packed 5,200-seat venue shook with energy as fans sang every lyric with their hands in the air as Hagar, original Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, guitar virtuoso Joe Satriani and legendary drummer Kenny Aronoff tore through a set that was both a tribute to Van Halen’s unmatched legacy and a fiery reminder of Hagar’s own place in rock royalty. Rounding out the powerhouse lineup was multi-instrumentalist Rai Thistlethwayte on keyboards and backing vocals. Pop renegade Kesha amped up the crowd, joining the band on stage to shred on air guitar alongside Anthony and Hagar with her signature wild energy.
A continuation of their top-grossing “Best of All Worlds” summer tour, which reignited worldwide passion for the Hagar era of Van Halen, the band wasted no time showing why this only in Las Vegas setlist was a masterclass in rock greatness with fan-demanded additions including “Love Walks In,” and “Humans Being,” blended with songs that have become anthems for generations of rock fans like, “Best of Both Worlds,” “Right Now,” “Why Can’t This Be Love,” and “5150.” The debut show was a seamless mix of energy, nostalgia, and the undeniable magic that only Hagar’s crew can deliver.
The night started on a fever pitch when the band played their new song, “Encore, Thank You, Goodnight.” for the first time to start the show. Written as a personal tribute to Hagar’s years with Van Halen and his bond with the late Eddie Van Halen, the track left the crowd chanting for more as Hagar poured raw emotion into every note, accompanied by a killer guitar solo by Satriani.
“Playing that setlist here tonight, in front of this kind of crowd, was powerful,” said Hagar. “Kicking off our residency with ‘Encore, Thank You, Goodnight.’ with Mikey’s vocals and bass, Joe’s big, emotional guitar work, Kenny’s driving rhythm, the sound from the Dolby and the energy of the fans— that’s the transcendent power of the music we created.”
Custom-built for Dolby Live’s intimate and electric atmosphere, the Best of All Worlds residency gives fans an unfiltered connection to the music that defined a generation. With a new setlist each night, Hagar digs deep into his catalog, dusting off Van Halen deep cuts, solo anthems, and fan favorites that haven’t been heard live in decades.
Following the massive success of the 2024 Best of All Worlds tour, which reignited a worldwide passion for the Hagar era of Van Halen, the Las Vegas residency is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about rock events of the year.
Tickets for the following remaining performances of The Best of All Worlds Las Vegas Residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM are available now at ticketmaster.com/SammyHagarVegas and RedRocker.com: May 2025: 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 17.
About Sammy Hagar
For over four decades, Sammy Hagar has been recognized as one of the best and most accomplished lead singers and songwriters in the rock music industry. 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 has turned a lifelong passion for great food, music, and spirits into a thriving and iconic lifestyle brand that encompasses restaurants and spirits. A pioneer in the spirits industry, he launched Cabo Wabo Tequila in 1996 and catapulted it into the #2-selling premium tequila brand in the United States. In 2010, Hagar sold his interests in Cabo Wabo Tequila to Gruppo Campari in a nine-figure deal that is widely credited as the start of the celebrity-owned spirits trend. He now owns an award-winning portfolio of top-shelf spirits and beer that embody that same spirit of Baja beach life and rock ‘n’ roll. They include Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum, a partnership with rock icon Rick Springfield, Santo Spirits, a partnership with tastemaker Guy Fieri, Sammy’s Beach Bar Cocktail Co. and Red Rocker Brewing Co. Never one to hit the brakes, Sammy’s also expanded his successes into publishing, TV, radio and beyond, including five seasons of his hit TV show “Rock & Roll Road Trip with Sammy Hagar” and as host of “Sammy Hagar’s Top Rock Countdown,” a weekly syndicated radio show on 90+ US stations. He’s a #1 NYT bestselling author, a dedicated philanthropist, donating millions back to local communities through his private non-profit The Hagar Family Foundation, and 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 RedRocker.com for more information.
About Live Nation Las Vegas
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. Live Nation Las Vegas produces residency shows from Lenny Kravitz, Sammy Hagar, Mötley Crüe, New Kids On The Block and Bruno Mars at Dolby Live at Park MGM; Santana at House of Blues; Alanis Morissette, Kelly Clarkson and Rod Stewart at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace; The B-52s, Earth, Wind & Fire, FOREIGNER, Styx and Chicago at The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas; and Scorpions at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Live Nation Las Vegas also brings other world-famous artists to many of the city’s other premier concert venues including Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Michelob ULTRA Arena, the Pearl at Palms Casino Resort, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center and more. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com. Find Live Nation Las Vegas on Facebook, Instagram and follow us on Twitter.
About Park MGM
Park MGM is the Las Vegas Strip’s first smoke-free resort, offering an intimate hotel experience on a grand scale. Park MGM features 2,700 guest rooms and suites in addition to NoMad Las Vegas’ 293 well-appointed guest rooms and suites on the resort’s top four floors. The resort’s robust culinary program features NoMad Library; L.A. legend Roy Choi’s Korean BBQ concept, Best Friend; Hogsalt Hospitality’s renowned Bavette’s Steakhouse; and the 40,000-square-foot vibrant Italian marketplace, Eataly, among other dining and cocktail experiences. Dolby Live, the resort’s 5,200-seat entertainment destination, is home to special engagements by Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Los Bukis, Mariah Carey and Maroon 5, among other top artists. Park MGM also is home to On The Record, a unique nightlife concept from LA-based Houston Hospitality. Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas are located in the heart of The Strip, next to the entertainment and dining neighborhood created by The Park and the 20,000-seat T-Mobile Arena. Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas are operated by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit ParkMGM.com, call toll-free at 888-529-4828, or find us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.