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Sammy Hagar: Rock Legend Born in California
Sammy Hagar, born in 1947, paused his solo career to front Van Halen's 1980s rock success.
In brief
Sammy Hagar, born in 1947, paused his solo career to front Van Halen's 1980s rock success. Sammy Hagar, a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, paused his solo career to lead Van Halen's 1980s rock dominance. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Sammy Hagar Born 1947
Sammy Hagar was born in Salinas, California on October 13, 1947.
Early Music Career
Hagar discovered music in high school and taught himself to play guitar.
Montrose Band
Hagar joined Montrose in the 1970s and released his debut album in 1976.
Van Halen Frontman
Hagar replaced David Lee Roth as Van Halen's frontman in 1985.
1980s Rock Success
Van Halen released four consecutive chart-topping albums with Hagar as frontman.
Rock Hall of Fame
Hagar was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2007 as a Van Halen member.
The essence
Sammy Hagar, a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, paused his solo career to lead Van Halen's 1980s rock dominance.
