Station Break: ChickenFoot

I had heard of this band before, but I had not heard anything by them until I caught them on the all new Tonight Show (with Conan O’Brian).  But really, what a great concept this is.  Take the best artists at each instrument, and put them on a stage together.

The band consists of Sammy Hagar (who still can’t drive 55) and bassist Michael Anthony, both of whom have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for their tenure with Van Halen.  Toss in one of the world’s greatest guitar heroes, Joe Satriani; and top it all off with percussionist Chad Smith, former drummer from the Red Hot chili Peppers. 

Right off the bat, you know you are in for a treat.  But as the Washington Redskins seemingly delight in reminding us, simply tapping the best and richest talent available is not enough.  The players need to gel.  And the players in this band are gellin’ like Magellan. 

I am downloading this one to my Zune as we speak, and I suggest that any fans of rock and roll grab this one as well.  you can find it over at Amazon, or check out their homepage.   This is one band which is truly greater than the sum of its magnificent parts (though possibly not quite as large as the sum of its egos,.)