Joe Satriani has confirmed that he’s nonetheless working with Sammy Hagar, ending rumors that he might need left the band. Followers began to surprise about his standing after he was lacking from a video Hagar posted earlier than a live performance in San Antonio final month. Nonetheless, in a latest Loudwire interview, Satriani made it clear that he’s nonetheless a part of Hagar’s plans.
“I’m writing and recording music with Sammy, preparing for 2 excursions, and dealing on artwork tasks for Wentworth Gallery,” Satriani stated. “I additionally not too long ago began a brand new collaboration with a well-known artist, which I’m actually enthusiastic about. I at all times maintain shifting ahead and don’t have time to take a seat again and have a good time my previous work.”
Satriani is presently a part of The Better of All Worlds tour, which began on July 13 in West Palm Seashore, Florida, and ended on August 31 in St. Louis, Missouri. The tour options Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, and Jason Bonham, taking part in music from Van Halen’s Hagar period.
Considered one of Satriani’s largest challenges has been taking part in the legendary guitar components initially carried out by Eddie Van Halen. In a Blabbermouth interview, he defined that he needed to remain true to Eddie’s type whereas additionally making the songs really feel pure for him. “Eddie’s taking part in was filled with power, pleasure, and creativity,” he stated. “I wish to honor that whereas nonetheless taking part in in my very own means.”
Satriani and Hagar have labored collectively earlier than. They had been each in Chickenfoot, a band that included Michael Anthony and Crimson Sizzling Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith. The group launched two albums between 2009 and 2011, and though they haven’t performed collectively in years, Satriani and Hagar have stayed shut.
Other than touring with Hagar, Satriani has a busy schedule. He not too long ago introduced a 44-date solo tour throughout the U.S. and Canada, operating from September 21 to November 19, 2025. This tour will assist his album The Elephants of Mars and showcase his signature guitar type.