Watch Sammy Hagar and Darryl McDaniels Team Up for Montrose Classic “Rock Candy” on AXS TV

A Rare Collaboration on a Montrose Favorite

A newly shared AXS TV throwback clip highlights a surprising and energetic moment where rock and rap come together onstage. The video shows Run DMC’s Darryl McDaniels joining Sammy Hagar for a performance of Montrose’s “Rock Candy” in Austin, TX. The mix of Hagar’s classic rock power and McDaniels’ unmistakable presence gives the well-known track a fresh spark, showing how easily both artists connect across styles.

The clip also gives fans a reminder of Hagar’s long history with Montrose. “Rock Candy” remains one of the band’s signature songs, and seeing Hagar revisit it with a guest from a different musical world makes the performance stand out. The pairing works smoothly, proving how lasting the song’s influence has been across generations of artists.

Hagar’s Upcoming UK Return

The performance arrives as Hagar prepares for one of the biggest tours of his later career. His Best Of All Worlds Tour, already a top-grossing run, is heading to the United Kingdom for a major arena stretch launching on July 4, 2026. For fans overseas, this marks a long-awaited return. Hagar has not toured the UK since 1996, making this announcement especially notable for followers who have waited decades to see him again.

Joining him onstage will be The Best Of All Worlds Band, a group built around musicians with deep connections to his past work. The lineup includes guitar legend Joe Satriani, longtime Van Halen bassist and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Michael Anthony, and drummer Kenny Aronoff. Special guest Joan Jett And The Blackhearts will appear on the bill, along with opening act Jayler, making the shows a wide-ranging mix of rock styles and eras.

A Setlist Spanning a Five-Decade Career

This tour promises to cover highlights from Hagar’s entire 50-plus year catalog. Fans can expect his solo hits, classic tracks, and what he calls the “deepest dive” into his time with Van Halen. The tour schedule includes stops in Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds before closing with a large finale at London’s O2 Arena. With so many musicians linked to different parts of his past work performing together, the shows are designed to bring a full picture of his long career to one stage.

Tickets for the UK dates go on general sale Friday, October 31 at 10 a.m. GMT. Fans who want early access can sign up for Hagar’s email list to receive a presale link. With years since his last UK visit and a lineup built from key parts of his musical history, demand for the shows is expected to be strong.

Tour Dates

July 4 – Manchester, UK – AO Arena
July 5 – Birmingham, UK – BP Pulse Live
July 7 – Leeds, UK – First Direct Bank Arena
July 9 – London, UK – O2 Arena