Chickenfoot Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

Rock Blues rock Metal Hard rock supergroup album rock modern hard rock

Members

Select a Chickenfoot band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.

Joe Satriani

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes Deep Purple Alice Cooper The G3 Jam SatchVai Band: Joe Satriani & Steve Vai G3 Mick Jagger & The Brothers of Sodom Greg Kihn Band Squares Planet Us

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Chad Smith

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Red Hot Chili Peppers Supergroup B Anacrusis The Dirty Bats Mobile Deathcamp G//Z/R spread Chad Smith's Bombastic Meatbats Toby Redd Honeymoon Stitch Eddie Vedder and the Earthlings Smith & Watt Steakhouse

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Michael Anthony

Roles:

Bassist

Groups:

Van Halen The Dudes of Wrath Sammy Hagar & The Circle Los Tres Gusanos Planet Us

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Sammy Hagar

Roles:

Singer Guitarist

Groups:

Van Halen Montrose Kings of Chaos Sammy Hagar & The Circle Sammy Hagar and the Wabos Hagar, Schon, Aaronson, Shrieve Los Tres Gusanos Sammy & Hagar Planet Us

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About

Chickenfoot is an American rock supergroup known for their dynamic blend of rock, blues, and metal. Formed in 2008, the band features an all-star lineup with Sammy Hagar (vocals, from Van Halen and Montrose), Michael Anthony (bass, also from Van Halen), Chad Smith (drums, from Red Hot Chili Peppers), and Joe Satriani (guitar, a renowned guitar virtuoso). Originating from spontaneous jam sessions at Hagar's Cabo Wabo Cantina in Mexico, Chickenfoot quickly translated their high-energy performances into studio recordings, producing albums that capture their unique synergy and powerful sound.

How to Sound Like Chickenfoot

Chickenfoot's sound is characterized by its bold, high-energy rock grooves and blues-infused riffs. The guitar work of Joe Satriani is a standout feature, combining virtuosic solos with gritty, hard-hitting rhythms. Utilizing gear like the Ibanez JS24P Joe Satriani Signature Electric Guitar and the Peavey 5150 120-Watt Head, Satriani's sound is both expansive and punchy, marked by a blend of distortion and smooth melodic lines. Michael Anthony's bass lines, often delivered through a Fender Precision Bass, provide a robust and driving low-end, while Chad Smith's drums deliver tight, explosive rhythms that anchor the band's heavy yet melodic soundscape. Chickenfoot's music is a vibrant fusion of technical prowess and raw rock energy, making their sound both accessible and impressive to both listeners and musicians alike.

Discography

Chickenfoot III

2011

Chickenfoot

2012

Best + Live

2017

Get the Chickenfoot Sound

Want to sound like Chickenfoot? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.