Sammy Hagar

Dave Cobb steered the singer away from an acoustic record to make 'Crazy Times' with Van Halen feel.

High energy night featured the live debut of the title track from the Circle's upcoming LP.

He intends to share composing credit with his former bandmate.

He seemed especially bemused by the prospect of Jason Newsted taking part instead of Michael Anthony.

He’s also describing parts of the Circle's upcoming album ‘Crazy Times!’ as “dark” and “serious.”

He says the Top 25 U.K. hit from 1978 has become a "go-to backstage jam before shows."

It's the title track from their new album, due in September.

"Sammy has come a long way with his wardrobe," he jokes.

There's no love lost between the Van Halen singers.

Red Rocker says Nashville producer Dave Cobb wanted to capture hard-rocking glory of 'Standing Hampton.'

"It's kind of like my greatest hits from in front and behind the bar," Red Rocker says.

He hated the idea of this award-winning clip, but later credited “karma” when it became a success.