Chickenfoot III
Chickenfoot · 2011
49 min · 11 tracks · hard rock
Hard-hitting riffs collide with melodic hooks, creating a vibrant fusion of classic rock energy and contemporary flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Last Temptation — Opening with a compelling riff, this track sets the tone for the album by blending tight instrumentation with Hagar's dynamic vocals, encapsulating the band's hard rock essence.
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Big Foot — This track stands out with its infectious chorus and driving rhythm, showcasing the band's ability to craft memorable hooks while retaining their signature sound.
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Dubai Blues — Featuring a laid-back groove and reflective lyrics about escapism, this song highlights the band's versatility and ability to explore different themes within their hard rock framework.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and energetic performances but lacks standout tracks that elevate it further.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent high-energy tempo, while the second half introduces slower tracks that create a contrast.
- Several songs feature dual guitar harmonies, with Joe Satriani's solos often taking center stage alongside Sammy Hagar's vocals.
- The lyrics across multiple tracks address themes of personal struggle and social commentary, providing a narrative thread throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- catchy hooks for engagement
- mid-tempo groove for focus
- playful spirit throughout listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 27, 2011, Chickenfoot III is the second studio album from the supergroup Chickenfoot, following their self-titled debut in 2009. The band, consisting of rock heavyweights Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Michael Anthony, and Chad Smith, aimed to build on their initial success and solidify their identity in the hard rock landscape with this sophomore effort.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Audioslave· Alter Bridge· Foo Fighters
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Last Temptation 4:02
- 2 Alright Alright 4:39
- 3 Different Devil 4:25
- 4 Up Next 4:33
- 5 Lighten Up 5:12
- 6 Come Closer 4:08
- 7 Three and a Half Letters 4:08
- 8 Big Foot 3:50
- 9 Dubai Blues 5:03
- 10 Something Going Wrong 5:17
- 11 No Change 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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