Sammy Hagar Wants to Mend Fences with Alex Van Halen: A Prominent Rocker's Open Letter

Sammy Hagar recently opened up about his desire to reconnect with former bandmate, drummer Alex Van Halen. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Hagar expressed remorse over Alex's exclusion in his new book "Brothers, " which ignores the post-David Lee Roth era of the band. Hagar, who took over as Van Halen's lead vocalist in 1985, acknowledged the personal struggles Alex is facing, including health issues. Despite this, Hagar remained hopeful about a possible reconciliation, stating that he'd like to understand why he wasn't included in the book. Hagar's current band, Sammy Hagar And The Circle, includes former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, guitarist Vic Johnson, and drummer Jason Bonham. The group focuses on keeping the classic Van Halen music alive. Hagar believes the music is too good to be left in the past and feels an obligation to the fans to keep it vibrant. He has extended an olive branch to Alex multiple times, seeking not just a musical collaboration but a renewed friendship. Hagar understands Alex's health constraints and does not push for a full band reunion but instead hopes for a peaceful resolution between the two.