Joe Satriani's Intense Van Halen Crash Course for Summer Tour
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
Joe Satriani discusses his involvement in the upcoming Best of All Worlds Tour with Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, where they will perform Van Halen classics from all eras, along with songs from Hagar's solo career, Montrose, Chickenfoot, and Satriani's own catalog. Satriani reflects on his admiration for Eddie Van Halen's playing and his experience learning Van Halen songs for the tour. He also talks about his upcoming G3 reunion tour and his approach to replicating Eddie's guitar tone. Satriani expresses hope for Alex Van Halen and David Lee Roth to join the tour and praises Michael Anthony's talent as a bassist and singer.