NAMM 2010
POSTED: 1.11.2010



Michael will be appearing at NAMM 2010 in Anaheim, CA on Thursday, January 14 and will be hosting autograph sessions at the following times and locations:

  • Dean Markeley - 1:00
  • Peavey - 3:30

  • MAD ANTHONY GIVEAWAY WINNERS
    POSTED: 12.16.2009



    The winners have been chosen in the latest Mad Anthony Cafe giveaway!

    Congratulations to Dave Burke, Nicole French and Eduardo Pinheiro, each of whom will receive a Holiday Tour Pack consisting of one full color photo of Chickenfoot autographed by each of the band members, a Chickenfoot guitar pick, a mini Chickenfoot bass and an Ampeg bass head shell used on stage by Mad Anthony himself during his days in Van Halen in the early 90's!

    A big Thank You to all entrants and Happy Holidays from everyone at Mad Anthony's Cafe!


    CHRISTMAS STROLL
    POSTED: 11.17.2009



    Michael will be on hand at the Village Goldsmith in Glendora, CA to take part in the annual Glendora Christmas Stroll this Friday November 20 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM.

    Come on down and join the festivities!


    ADAM CAROLLA PODCAST
    POSTED: 11.15.2009


    Adam Carolla Podcast


    Michael sat down with Adam Carolla last week to discuss Chickenfoot, Van Halen, UFO, Guitar Hero, boxing and much more. Click the link below to listen.

    ADAM CAROLLA PODCAST


    PHOTO GALLERIES
    POSTED: 11.08.2009


    Chickenfoot at Gibson Amphitheater


    Here are a bunch of shots from Chickenfoot's last show of the summer at Gibson Amphitheater and the October 10th, 12th and 13th Chickenfoot and Sammy Hagar shows at the Cabo Wabo 2009 Birthday Bash:

    CABO BIRTHDAY BASH 2009 PHOTO GALLERY
    CHICKENFOOT GIBSON AMPHITHEATER PHOTO GALLERY


    TWO SHOWS IN LAS VEGAS!
    POSTED: 11.02.2009



    Chickenfoot will be performing their last show of the year at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV on Saturday December 5. Don't miss your chance to catch the band one more time in 2009! Click HERE to purchase tickets.

    In addition, Michael will be joining Sammy Hagar and the Waboritas on stage at the grand opening of the Red Rocker's new Vegas Cabo Wabo nightclub on Friday December 4.

    Let's get ready to partyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!


    JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
    POSTED: 10.25.2009


    Chickenfoot will be performing on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live! Friday November 6. Check your local listings for broadcast times.


    MAD ANTHONY'S HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY
    POSTED: 10.25.2009



    The holidays will be here in three shakes of a chicken's foot and what better way to get things started than have a new Mad Anthony Cafe giveaway?

    Three lucky winners will each receive a Holiday Tour Pack consisting of one full color photo of Chickenfoot autographed by each of the band members, a Chickenfoot guitar pick, a mini Chickenfoot bass and an Ampeg bass head shell used on stage by Mad Anthony himself during his days in Van Halen in the early 90's!

    Simply purchase $150 or more in the Mad Anthony Cafe Online Store and you'll automatically be entered in the drawing! Contest runs from October 25 - December 15, 2009. Winners will be drawn and announced on December 16.

    Good luck and Happy Holidays from Mad Anthony's Cafe!


    VIDEO GREETING FROM BEZERKLEY!
    POSTED: 9.26.2009




    While Sammy and Chad warmed up in the tuning room backstage prior to Chickenfoot's show at the Greek Theater in Berkeley, CA last night, Michael sat down to say a few words and show his apprecation to all the fans who've been coming out to the shows and supporting the band as well as fill you in a little bit on what's next for The 'Foot.

    Though there are only two shows left on the tour, we've got a little video montage and photo gallery in the works from these last run of gigs that will be posted soon.

    Stay tuned for more!


    NEW CHICKENFOOT MINI BASS
    POSTED: 9.14.2009


    Chickenfoot Mini Bass

    Michael and Axe Heaven have added another exclusive mini bass to the Mad Anthony collection of miniature axes: The Mad Anthony Chickenfoot Bass!

    The Chickenfoot mini bass is a 1:4 scale reproduction of the bass Michael currently plays on stage with Chickenfoot. Standing approximately 9-10" tall, the Chickefoot mini bass features the Mad Anthony logo on the neck and comes with an adjustable display stand.

    Visit our ONLINE STORE for more information on the Chickenfoot bass as well as the Jack Daniel's, WDFA, Tabasco, Flame, BB2000 and BB3000MA mini basses!


    CABO WABO BIRTHDAY BASH '09
    POSTED: 9.09.2009


    Sammy Hagar's annual Cabo Wabo Birthday Bash is right around the corner and Mad Anthony will be heading down south of the border to take part in the festivities with Hagar and his band The Wabos on the following dates:

    October 10
    October 12
    October 13

    See you in Cabo!


    CHICKENFOOT ROCKS TAHOE
    POSTED: 9.09.2009


    Sammy Hagar and Joe Satriani

    Chickenfoot rocked Harrah's Resort & Casino Saturday September 5th, much to the delight of the more than 10,000 fans in attendance. In addition to performing every cut from their self-titled CD, the band also threw in red hot versions of Montrose's Bad Motor Scooter and The Who's My Generation.

    After the show, the band made their way to private room at Sammy's Tahoe Wabo night club for an after party where Chad, Mad Anthony and guitar wiz Davey Knowles got up on stage with local house band Mad Karma to jam out on Sweet Home Alabama and You Really Got Me.

    VIEW PHOTOS FROM THE SHOW


    CHICKENFOOT iPHONE APP NOW AVAILABLE
    POSTED: 8.07.2009


    The first official Chickenfoot iPhone app is now available in the iTunes App Store!

    Download it for FREE here Chickenfoot iPhone App.

    Chickenfoot's first official iPhone app gives you mobile access to breaking news, current tour dates, audio & video, plus more.

    Features:

    • Simulate the interactive heat-sensitive album cover
    • Access to latest breaking Chickenfoot news
    • View upcoming tour dates and purchase tickets
    • Listen to music (clip & full length) from the debut Chickenfoot album
    • Watch exclusive videos

    Wi-fi connectivity is recommended for best performance, especially video playback.


    EUROPEAN VACATION - CHICKENFOOT STYLE
    POSTED: 7.09.2009


    My view from the stage at the Graspop Metal Meeting Festival in Belgium.

    "Hey everyone!! I wanted to give a quick shout out here from Europe on my day off. We're having a blast out here and the shows have been off the hook - we can't wait to bring the party back home in August!

    I'm sure you've all heard about Chad hurting his arm out here - the boy gets too CRAZY onstage! Anyway, he's doing just fine, and by the time we hit the states, he'll be back to his 100% bashing self!!

    In the mean time, check out some photos I put together from the tour. And to all the European fans that have come out to the shows - you guys rock!!" - Mad Anthony

    VIEW PHOTOS


    NORTH AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR DATES
    POSTED: 6.04.2009


    Chickenfoot will be touring North America this summer and the first round of dates have been published to the Tour Dates page. If you weren't one of the lucky ones to catch the band on their Road Test club tour, now's your chance to experience the Foot! Tickets go on sale June 13 and Fan Club members will have access to pre-sales beginning June 10. Visit the Chickenfoot.us/tour for all the details!

    Get more info on the Chickenfoot Fan Club HERE


    DOWNLOAD NEW CD FOR $3.99
    POSTED: 6.02.2009


    The debut Chickenfoot CD will be available for download from Amazon.com for just $3.99 for four days only - Friday, June 5 - Monday, June 8. Get it while you can!

    TONIGHT SHOW REMINDER: Don't forget to tune into the New Tonight Show with host Conan O'Brien on Friday, June 5 to catch Chickenfoot perform "Oh Yeah!" Check your local listings for broadcast times.


    ROAD TEST PHOTOS
    POSTED: 5.26.2009




    Here are some live shots from Chickenfoot's Fillmore and Roxy gigs on May 17th and 19th. Enjoy!

    VIEW PHOTO GALLERY


    12 DAYS OF THE FOOT
    POSTED: 5.26.2009


    Join Joe, Chad, Mike and Sammy as they share some background on each song from the new album in a new Podcast Series. Also included are clips of each song so you can get a listen in advance of the June 5th release date! One episode, one song per day: 12 Days of the Foot

    Subscribe to the 12 Days of the Foot Podcast to be notified when each new episode is aired. To subscribe using iTunes click here. Note: Video requires QuickTime 7.


    IT'S CONAN TIME
    POSTED: 5.22.2009


    Chickenfoot will be appearing on The Tonight Show with new host Conan O'Brien on Friday June, 5. Check your local listings and don't miss it!


    CD RELEASE UPDATE & IN-STORE APPEARANCE
    POSTED: 5.17.2009


    The release date for Chickenfoot's debut CD has been moved up and will now be available in America on Friday, June 5th - four days earlier than previously planned.

    On that same day, Mike, Sammy, Chad and Joe will be making an in-store appearance at Best Buy in West Los Angeles:

    11301 W. Pico Blvd
    Los Angeles, CA 90064
    Friday, June 5th
    8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

    So come on down and meet the guys and get an autographed copy of the new album!

    Note: Due to anticipated attendance, autographs will be first come, first served. Chickenfoot will only be signing their new self titled album, "Chickenfoot."


    GIVEAWAY WINNERS
    POSTED: 5.01.2009


    The winners of the Chickenfoot Concert Pack Contest have been chosen! Each of the following entrants will receive two tickets to one of the Sold Out North American "Road Test" shows, an autographed copy of the Chickenfoot Guitar World and a Chickenfoot guitar pick:

    • Dave Jepson - Seattle, WA
    • Linette Anderson - Vancouver, BC
    • Randy Lee - San Francisco, CA
    • Tina Young - Los Angeles, CA
    • Kenny Durkin - Chicago, IL
    • Chris Fernandes - Toronto, ON
    • Joe Hughes - New York, NY
    • Andrew Ladley - Philadelphia, PA

    Congratulations to all the winners and watch out for The 'Foot!


    CHICKENFOOT REHEARSALS UNDERWAY
    POSTED: 4.23.2009




    Mike, Chad, Sammy and Satch - AKA Chickenfoot - have been rehearsing all week as they prepare for the 9 North American "Road Test" shows kicking off May 14 in Seattle, WA.

    "Sam and I are totally "jacked up" to get out and party with all of you. See you soon!!" - Mad Anthony

    Click HERE to view photos from rehearsal.


    CHICKENFOOT GIVEAWAY
    POSTED: 4.16.2009


    It's been a loooooong time since we've had any contests here at Mad Anthony's Cafe so it's time to put an end to the dry spell and announce the Chickenfoot Concert Contest!

    Chickenfoot will be playing a handful of North American shows to kick off the tour in support of their debut CD, "Chickenfoot" and Mad Anthony's Cafe wants to help you do it up in style by giving away a Chickenfoot Concert Pack for shows in selected cities.

    We'll be giving away ONE Chickenfoot Concert Pack for each show in Seattle, Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, New York and Philadelphia consisting of one pair of tickets to the show, one Chickenfoot Guitar World mag autographed by Mad Anthony and a Chickenfoot guitar pick.

    Click HERE to enter and good luck!


    US TOUR DATES & FIRST SINGLE
    POSTED: 4.13.2009


    Chickenfoot will be hitting the stage for a limited run of live shows on North American soil before heading overseas in June.

    Stops include Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, Boston, New York and Philadelphia. Check out the Tour Dates page for all the details. A limited number of presale tickets will also be available to Chickenfoot Fan Club Members.

    In other news, "Oh Yeah," the first single from the band's self-titled debut CD, "Chickenfoot," was released to radio today. Visit chickenfoot.us to listen! The CD will be released through major retailers and digitally on June 9th and will be available for pre-sale through Best Buy beginning April 19th.


    CHICKEN SCRATCH
    POSTED: 4.08.2009


    Chickenfoot.us has unveiled a new look and all kinds of other cool stuff to go along with it, including the Chickenfoot Fan Club, VIP Ticket Packages and an online store.

    Purchasing a membership in the Chickenfoot Fan Club gets you access to ticket pre-sales and VIP packages before they are released to the public along with a Chickenfoot tee and an ongoing discount in the online store.

    Visit www.chickenfootfanclub.com for all the details and stay tuned for more tour dates coming soon!


    CHICKENFOOT PODCAST
    POSTED: 3.31.2009


    Musicradar.com sat down with Mike, Sam and Satch recently to chew a little Chicken fat. Listen to the 4-part podcast HERE.

    In other news, the Chickenfoot issue of Guitar World is available at newsstands now!


    MORE CHICKENFOOT NEWS
    POSTED: 3.26.2009


    Chickenfoot announces European Tour: Tour Dates
    "Chickenfoot" CD to be released June 7, 2009: Complete Details.
    Chickenfoot Biography: Band Bio.

    Note: All Chickenfoot tour dates will be posted to the Tour Dates page as they are announced.


    CHICKENFOOT NEWS
    POSTED: 3.23.2009




    Chickenfoot played a private gig for Best Buy at the Grove in Anaheim, CA last Wednesday March 18th. The band performed a 45-minute set of tracks exclusively from their forthcoming debut CD, "Chickenfoot."

    VIEW PHOTOS FROM THE GIG

    Chickenfoot have also released two songs from their debut CD - "Soap on a Rope" and "Down the Drain" - you can check them out at www.chickenfoot.us or the band's Facebook Page.


    GETTIN' DOWN TO BUSINESS
    POSTED: 2.03.2009


    Mixing is in full swing for the new Chickenfoot album and Mike is starting to get busy!

    Soon, he'll be sitting down with Sam, Joe and Chad to do a Guitar World feature and last week, he shot a video with Hagar, Billy Duffy and Matt Sorum for "Loud" from the Red Rocker's new CD "Cosmic Universal Fashion."

    Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the vid as well as all the latest on Chickenfoot. Also, if you haven't seen it yet, drop by www.chickenfoot.us for a tasty little snippet of what's to come.


    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
    POSTED: 1.15.2009


    Whew, is it Holiday season again already?? I hope all of you had a great year and are ready to finish it off in grand style!!

    First, I want to wish everyone out there "Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year"!! Party hard, but party safe.

    Second, I want to update you on the status of "Chickenfoot." Chad and I just got back this week from recording in the San Francisco area, and I am pleased to say that the basic tracks are finished and smokin'!! Right now Joe is sprinkling some guitar magic on everything, and next week Sam will be doing vocals. Then I'll be back up there to slather some backround vocals on everything. I can't wait for all of you to check it out!! Look out 2009!!!!! Take care, and I'll see ya soon....Michael

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