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  • Red

  • My Uncensored Life in Rock
  • Written by: Sammy Hagar
  • Narrated by: Scott Shepherd
  • Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (50 ratings)

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Written by: Sammy Hagar
Narrated by: Scott Shepherd
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Loud rock, fast cars, and Cabo. This is the life of Sammy Hagar.

For almost 40 years, Sammy Hagar has been a fixture in rock music. From breaking into the industry with the band Montrose to his multiplatinum solo career to his ride as the front man of Van Halen, Sammy's powerful and unforgettable voice has set the tone for some of the greatest rock anthems ever written - songs like "I Can't Drive 55", "Right Now", and "Why Can't This Be Love".

In Red, Sammy tells the outrageous story of his tear through rock 'n' roll, detailing the backstage antics and nonstop touring that have made his voice instantly recognizable. Beginning with his musical coming-of-age in the blue-collar towns of California, Sammy traces his rough and determined rise to fame, working harder than anyone else out there and writing songs about the things he loved: fast cars, loud parties, and lots of good times.

But solo success was just the start, a prelude to his raucous and notorious decade as the front man for Van Halen, one of the biggest-selling rock groups in history. Filled with behind-the-scenes stories from his time with the band, Red offers the Van Halen story as Sammy saw it, holding nothing back about the worldwide stadium tours, the tensions with Eddie, the messy parties, the divided friendships, and, of course, his controversial and widely disputed exit from the band.

After Van Halen, Sammy changed directions again, throwing himself headfirst into the tequila business and creating Cabo Wabo, one of the most successful tequila brands in the world. And all the while he continued to rock, touring the country with his bands the Waboritas and Chickenfoot, and eventually reuniting with Van Halen for a tour that became both a box-office smash and a personal catastrophe.

©2011 Sammy Hagar (P)2011 HarperCollins Publishers
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Great Rock Bio

I really enjoyed this book from Sammy. As a fan of Van Hagar Sammy gives a in depth look from his side as to what really went on with his departure from Van Hailen. A must read for anyone into this genre of music

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Beers with Sam

Sammy seems like a guy I’d like to have a beer with 🍺a real genuine person

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A Compelling Story

Compelling story about the artist, and the people surrounding the story of his life. The music becomes more compelling knowing the story in behind it. I feel like I kind of know the guy after listening to his story. It gives a more knowing connection in behind the music. Beautiful and funny.

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Awesome! Absolutely awesome!

Loved it, I couldn't stop listening. Thank you Sammy for sharing. Always wanted to know the full story.

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Great Book

I really enjoyed this audiobook and Sammy's story. Coming from a very impoverished background to becoming rich and famous while having lots of fun . Sammy made it through sheer determination and hard work, very inspiring to fledgling rock musicians.

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I Am Not Sure

If Sam is bragging or complaining. Although I had heard of him before Van Halen, there is no way that his life was not better after he joined the band. I do not like people who state about others habits, claiming to be "clean". The way he describes his spouse, and how hard he had it is befuddling. I have to admit I was curious, about the Van Halen process and that just was not there.

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One sided story

All though lots of good insight, This doesn’t paint a total pic. The real VH story will all be told when Ed and Alex write their versions. Not a bad book overall. First few chapters on childhood and Montrose was OK.

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