This young man has done nothing but honor the legacy he was born into. He hasn't ridden coat tails, he hasn't tried to cash in on his name. He has simply DELIVERED!! I am blown away with every new offering!! Keep on doing you, Wolf!!
Why I love him. I didnt like that they replaced Michael Anthony felt wrong to me back then but it makes so much sense now. The kid doesn't need his dad to do this. He just is his son.
He hasn’t tried to cash in on his name?!! If I recall correctly, the name Mammoth was used by an early incarnation of Van Halen. Secondly, he uses WVH in the band name??? If that isn’t LITERALLY using his name to cash in I don’t know what is… the first music video he made was home movies with EVH in them. I understand that the song was a tribute to his father, but again- still a cash grab.
❤Mammoth Rocks 😊 I avoided his music out of “I forgot he existed”😂 pathetic I know, but there r so so so many 🪓 slayers I emulate and love to KRANK through the P.A.😊 OF COURSE he uses Mammoth and WVH 😂 obviously that’s his family/name…duh
@@vicchaos-pz2ok He's not a "VH" clone - to assume he wouldn't use his actual name is ridiculous. Better tell Winger, Rudy Axel Pell, Michael Schenker, Alice Cooper, and a host of others that apparently real names are out of bounds. Or does that only apply to people who started off with a famous lineage, like Tal Bachman or Julian Lennon? ....and using the "Mammoth" is a fitting tribute to his family. How many casual listeners would have made the name connection? Would it be better if he called it "Rat Salad WVH", then only the hardcore fanbois would catch the reference... If his music was marginal, this would be a cash grab...but this stuff is awesome!! Wolfgang's material holds up on its own...that's what i mean by "he's not riding coat tails". No one is "pity listening" to Mammoth WVH - they listen because he's kicking ass!!!
Some kids rebel and want to be rock stars. Wolfgang just quietly carries on with the family business. Mad respect for his distinct sound and walking comfortably in his own shoes! Well done!
What’s not to love about this video?!? Wolfie writes an album, plays all the instruments, then fires himself on every instrument save for lead guitar. The video takes me back to the 80’s when videos were fun to watch. The song could easily get radio play in any decade from the 80’s to today. WVH has found the perfect balance of hard, classic and contemporary rock. I give it a 10.
@@bobabooey4537 opinion sure, but to write record and do everything yourself takes a talent that can't be denied. I know players who were way worse who lucked out into bands that made it, back in the depressing 90s alternative scene. B grade radio music, as you put it, is still popular to some people and personally I don't judge people based on the type of music they play or listen to. It still takes talent
As an old guy from the original VH days, I'm so proud to see Wolf do his own thing in his own way. He's not trying to be Eddie 2.0. Loving how he incorporates some techniques from his dad, but he's not ripping him off. Total respect for him! Keep rocking it Bro!
I mean his dad wrote the book. You would be hard pressed to find a guitar player alive today that doesnt have at least a sprinkle of EVH in their technique gear or sound.
I am a huge fan of Van Halen. Seeing Wolfgang continuing to make music brings tears to me. He definitely has his own style which is absolutely perfect.
HOLY CRAP! I remember telling a friend back in 1991 that someday we would be listening to this kid named Wolfgang Van Halen that had just been born. Today I just listened to a song from him that gave me goose bumps. The Van Halen legacy carries on. Eddie would be so proud.
I don't look at this as a Van Halen legacy.... I look at it as a Wolfgang Van Halen legacy..... The reason why I say that is that Van Halen never had a song this heavy.... Either way I love both!!👍
This tune is the best thing I have heard in a looooong time. Kid can sing. What a range. The song is killer, the band is on fire, and I totally forgot about how legendary his roots are because he is starting his own path. Like Foo Fighters on steroids....what a sound
Actually, I think this is once again just Wolf playing all the instruments on the studio recordings. At least, last year he said he was going to continue recording on his own and use the band for live appearances and videos.
If somebody hates him, they hate music. That is the bottom one 2022 greatest guitar players there is he’s only going to get stronger. He’s a Van Halen.
I've seen Mammoth live 3 times in the past 6 months and the thing that I absolutely love about Wolf is the genuine enthusiasm he has on stage. He's obviously a very good musician and a fantastic singer, but I think his biggest talent is his ability to write outstanding songs. He's could have easily tried to sound just like VH and had some success, but he created a sound all his own and it kicks ass!
I agree 100%. AS I commented above, caught Mammoth in Chicago with Alter Bridge - the crowd response for Wolf was absolutely insane. After every song, the reaction was full and sustained...like for 30+ seconds people were cheering and screaming and pumping fists in the air. Wolf would look like he was about to start the next tune, and then would hesitate for just a second, like "holy crap, are they *still* cheering?" and get this look on his face of utter disbelief. He'd take a step back from the mic, look over to one of the other guys like "can you believe this?". His writing/song structure is really great. He builds tension, he works towards a "release" point, he has great "hooks". It's not cookie cutter at all. You can hear true emotion and expression. Looking forward to the next 20 years.
I'm a 68 year old musician who has toured and recorded. With the exception of The Beatles I've seen the good and the bad and the ugly, all of them. This kid is the real deal. He takes everything good about rock and roll it makes it better. He's a great musician but an even better songwriter and that's the key..
That’s too bad about Wolf leaving the band but at least Wolf is still here! And sounding better than ever! Hoping they’re still on good terms with one another 🙏
Edward said on multiple interviews that Wolfgang is insanely legit talented. He said even more talented than himself. I believe the word he said one time to describe Wolfgang was “Dangerous.”
Eddie wasn't kidding when he said that Wolfie would be rocking the world one day. Thanks to Eddie and Val for giving us such joyful gift to the world of music. Wolf is just amazing in every way musically and he is so humble, lovable and has a killer sense of humor.
Not only does Wolf have allot of his Dads talent he has all his humor, he is funny as hell, love, 65 year old fan of your Dads and now you, keep the VH name going Sir.
I am 62 years old and never appreciated Van Halen. But Wolfgang ❤ he is so talented and so humble and always remember to honor thy father and thy mother🕯️
I'm fully assured, the Van Halen rock legacy is in good hands. What a monster jam to preview the sophomore album. Gonna pre-order it soon. Your pops is smiling down on you Wolfie 😊😊🤟🤟
Anyone else JUST catch Andraia in the video after having now watched it 100's of times?! LOL... Saw em in NJ last night. What a killer show. Wolf's voice was prime and that band is so fucking tight. What a masterpiece of an artist fr.
Eddie Van Halen brought rock back from the dead in the era of Disco... Looks like his son will do it again in the era of Rap. Incredibly talented young man.
This is an era of music written BY computers. Im talking about music that is solely made by AI. Not a person writing music on a computer. Autotuned vocals. An era where you dont need talent to create music. As long as Im alive, Ill never stop playing guitar. Esp because these dumbed down, swipe right tic tok dummies dont have an attention span. They love music made for people who dont like music. They are here today, gone tomorrow.
@@DVincentW why would dumbed down, swipe right tic tok dummies that dont have an attention span have any effect on whether you continued playing guitar or not?
First and foremost I'm totally impressed that Wolfie plays all instruments. Then his vocals are amazing, and his van Halen sense of humor is just spot on great. This guy just oozes talent on all levels. Love this video. Please just keep it going wolf, love ya
PHENOMENAL! It's been worth the wait for MammothWVH 2! Wolf obviously has inherited musical talent but he has definitely followed his own path and has proven to be a muti talented artist!!! Well done Wolf! Keep killing it!❤
@@Darth-Claw-Killflex have you ever thought that comments can be written by people whose native language is not English? P.S. I think that you understood the main idea that I wanted to convey. Or are you a total bore?
Oddly enough…I discovered WVH while having an MRI of my gallbladder 😂 I asked for a rock station and WVH happened to come on…and now I’m obsessed. I’ve been listening to his stuff since I’m stuck in this hospital bed. His talent is amazing. Love his voice. Love his guitar. Love everything about this band. I’m a VH fan so it makes my heart happy to see WVH following in his dads footsteps and killing it 🤘🏻 He isn’t living in his shadow or riding on his name…he is definitely forging his own path 🙌🙌👏🏻👏🏻
Haters appear when someone does something real amazing. Wolf has many great talents, I´m sorry for him for the loss of his father so soon. Wolf stay on your way, think of your dad, he is on stage everytime you play and forget the rest! You´re a rock! I salute you!
Saw Mammoth in Chicago opening for Alter Bridge in March - Wolf was an absolute class act. He was so blown away by the crowd reaction - after every song, the crowd was just freaking out, and it kept overwhelming him. He'd step back from the mic, with that look like "are these guys STILL cheering...for ME?" This tune I maybe hear a touch of "Foo Fighters" phrasing and structure. Love the building of tension. LOVED the solo. (notice during the "hits" during the solo, with the flash of each other band member, mimicking how Wolf found them - lead player has the Guitar Hero guitar, rhythm player has the broom, bass player is eating pizza, drummer has the battle of the bands trophy...). Whoever says "he's riding the coattails of Van Halen..." can't have listened to a single song on the debut album. Other than the last two notes of "Don't Back Down" (in a great homage to "So This Is Love") I don't hear Van Halen *at all*. I hear this talented young man, who has so much to say...and I literally can't wait to hear how he chooses to say it. And....he is *putting in the hard work*. Touring. Opening for different bands, cultivating interest across multiple genres of rock. Keep it up, Wolf.
Not surprising. Dave Grohl and the Fighters is a HUGE influence on Wolfie, he has stated in the past. Can't think of a better influence, apart from dad.
I like a lot of things about this band. 1. He's a big dude, and that's cool. 2. Musically, he doesn't sound a thing like his dad. And 3. There's more energy here than a lot of bands you hear now.
I keep coming back to watch this video over and over. The song is absolutely rocks! But pairing that with a video that tells a fun story just makes this my favorite thing on RUclips right now. I can't wait for the album to be released.
I've been playing guitar probably more than most of the commenters have been alive. I saw Van Halen on their first tour in Denver in 1978. Being a judgy prick, when I saw "Wolfie" playing with Van Halen, I thought he was just a novelty due to his famous dad. Fast forward many years and this video popped up during a RUclips binge. I sarcastically thought, "Oh this should be fun." Time to admit I was a judgy prick 100%. This kid is fucking amazing!! There is something about the groove of this song that just grabbed me. I retired from professional playing in 2016 for personal reasons, and never picked up a guitar again. After watching the video, I pulled out the PRS, dusted on the Boogie, and learned this song, just for fun. I haven't learned a song for fun since I was in my 20s (think 1980s). I love the new generation of musicians coming up and appreciate what they can do. I had always wanted to meet Eddie because he was my guitar hero growing up. I had a couple of opportunities in the 90s but other priorities prevailed. After listening to Wolf talk about his dad in interviews, I can clearly see I missed an opportunity to meet not only a great musician, but a great father. Keep up the great work Wolf!!!!! You are making yourself and your dad proud!!! The legacy continues. However, you are absolutely your own musician. Keep that groove.
Its been like 19 years since the first album. It came out 2 years ago but he'd recorded it 2013-2018, so its been like 5 years since he'd made any new music. The first album was sitting in the can for a while, this mythical solo album from Wolfie. He's had more than enough time to write a follow up.
@@encryptor6710 Your first sentence was facetious, the second sentence made it sound like you're retarded. He's hardly a beast, he's a working artist. We don't need to blow everything out of proportion these days.
@@gajaga789Divorced, single, or in a loveless relationship. Which is it that causes you to be a jackass when the point of the original comment was obvious?
@@ydiggy Did you notice that alot of people didnt know who he was,I Taped it from Comericia Park,Just a Song ,All Shaky,Poor guy played in 107 degrees more with Humidity.Totally Rocks🤘
I love Mammoth's music. Great rock.and roll. You hear hints of his dad's style but he's got his own sound. I don't get the hate. He's immensely talented and had a great teacher. I guess people are jealous. I'm happy for him. Doing something he loves doing. Creating music. Here's my advice to haters. If you don't like it, stop listening.
He is a totally down to earth guy, and yet people hate on him for reasons unknown. It makes no sense. You would think they would love him just for being Eddie's kid AND being super talented. But like you said, some people just love to troll or act jealous.
"It's time we take the throne" Guys, if you didn't think you took the throne after the first album, I don't know what you're trying to do here! Super excited for you to take over the world on this one!!!
It would be impossible to do a live performance solo, and Wolf knows it. Sure, he could just release albums... but fans would soon become restless wanting that live performance more and more. A full scale riot would ensue, and everybody's world is turned inside out. Okay, maybe not all of THAT would happen. But, we all get the picture. Definitely an accurate assessment of this video
@Mitchell Davis obviously thats a big word so I said it more like a meme than seriously, but what I'm really saying is there's deep meaning in what he's doing in the video. And he was able to also make it entertaining while doing it. To me it's basically like he was saying Hey, if I'm gonna take this to the next level I need help. I need to find some pros at these positions so that I'm not spread so thin trying to do it all myself. And so we can expand and have more creative input. And do shows. And who knows, maybe he's had similar thoughts about himself in the past and that's why he used those words as he replaced his bandmates. Could be a deep down self esteem thing, in part. Idk But at the end of the day he found a creative way to script it all into a music video. Instead of just doing it at a party on a beach with titties everywhere (which would have been cool too lol)
Finally hit me what this sounds like: “Same Direction” by Hoobastank. That is a compliment by the way, I like that Wolfie’s sound is a throwback to early-to-mid 2000’s.
Rock is far from gone and Wolf is firmly at the helm. Listened to Van Halen as a teen and now I'm listening as an old man. I won't be playing bingo at no old folks home. I'll be playing some Mammoth! 🥰
Oh my. This has rocked my world. This song has the power to be a rock anthem and with the creative genius of Wolf, he has ascended to the rankings of Dave Grohl as creative masterminds in the modern rock Era. Amazing. The only other I can think about with this talent is Ritchie Kotzen. Great work. Thank you for bringing a new edge to the rock scene
This band is amazing!! Just as you think that rock n’ roll is dead, Bamm!!! You get this awesomeness. Wolfgang is just a gifted dude. I heard the live shows just kill, I’m seeing them this year, that’s for sure.
Thank you and congratulations on the well deserved success. As a 53 year old man that was living and working in Hollywood for SIR in the 80s, I was privileged enough to see Van Halen and everyone that followed play and Van Halen were about to change rock and roll. Enter Wolfe. Round 2. .Your family is like the gift that keeps on giving. Don't listen to anyone or anything other that your heart. You are one of the greats on so many levels. I look forward to witnessing your journey.
You can't kill rock and roll!!! I've got the first album... Time for the second... I pretty sure Eddie is looking down and smiling!!! You were raised right... Good job mom and dad....
Ed even said, "you don't understand... this kid is DANGEROUS...". I remember reading a number of articles where Ed was saying how he "trips out" watching and listening to him play around the house. Since he was born, I can't recall a single article where Ed didn't talk about Wolf
@@jackmomma7481 exactly right, I do remember how much Ed gushed about his son's talent, Wolf has blown me away from the start that don't back down music video where he plays everything made my jaw drop,A mega talent 💯
Holy shit Wolfgang! I didn't know you could SING SING. that voice is incredible dude! I grew up listening to VH (my father was huge fan) and now Im a father myself and my two kids love your music. Crazy how things go ain't it?!! Blown away right now. Absolutely love it man. 🤘
Man Wolfgang has got such an awesome voice. I'm happy for him. He's not just riding the coattails of his father like most people would in his shoes. He's definitely got the chops to bring it.
It's SO obvious that this young cat has IT ALL! Not only in the musical aspect, either...he is a genius when it comes to his video savvy and vision. What an incredible talent and blessing in and for our current hard rock scene. We're lucky and honored to listen and watch, Wolf! 🤘🍻🤘
I grew up listening to Van Halen and I'm an old man now and I can tell you this song rocks!! I know he is going a different direction than his dad's band but EVH's influences can be heard in his son's music. This song is a banger! Dad would be proud.
Saw Mammoth with GNR and the day Taylor Hawkins passed..2x in Boston both shows incredibly awesome! My 1st VH concert was 84 never missed a tour after..ty ed n val.. you gave us rock n roll living on through wolf ❤️🙏🏼what a sense of humor! Love from Boston
Love this guy. Watched his dad for years and he definitely passed his talents down. He has a fantastic voice and plays guitar with epic skill. Love it, Wolfie.
The other guitar player Frank has a broom, The Bass player Ronnie’s eating a pizza from his own delivery, the drummer Garrett is holding up his BOTB award. The guitar hero toy guy is Jon.
TY Mammoth WVH, Real Rock! See ya March 5th @ legendary TOAD'S Place, New Haven,CT! TY ❤ 4 coming here, just like the Rolling Stones & many more!! I'll need my earplugs-psyched!! Luv you guys😊Cyndi V.
Everything's not lost for this fine genre. So much great music flowing out of this young man, the future's looking bright for all of us who get carried through the good and the bad days by the sound of an electric guitar and the pounding of a loud drum set. Thanks for the music, man!
The genetics are on full display and undeniably awesome.Your Dad must be bursting with pride right now, but I'm sure he already knew your talents. Now we are seeing it come to fruition and hearing it ourselves. Hell, we're all proud of you Wolf! This kind of music makes my ears smile. Congratulations, you're a force to be reckoned with.
Great tune. Saw you live last weekend. And what a show. I love hard rock, nu metal, etc. This is just good old rock and roll and it's excellent. Definitely seeing you again next time you're in town
The world's at this boy's feet! He can act, he can slay every instrument, he has VH genes, he just is! Top talent, top entertainer. Saw the band live in Glasgow in December 22 and was blown away. Fan ever since and evermore!
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I don't understand the haters of WVH. He is by far one of the best and most talented musicians working today. Amazing song dude!
Agreed. The haters are simply envious. That's all there is.
I’m a big Alter Bridge fan. I’ve seen Mammoth open for them twice this year. Just about as good a concert as you can get. Crazy talent.
@@steverenison3375 Agreed! I think Myles Kennedy is one of the best rock singers ever!
@@LorenScott69 they just want their rap and bubblegum crap music. They can't stand someone who actually has talent.
There are no haters, just trolls. People that get off on getting a rise out of others. Before the internet, we just called them dicks
This young man has done nothing but honor the legacy he was born into. He hasn't ridden coat tails, he hasn't tried to cash in on his name. He has simply DELIVERED!! I am blown away with every new offering!! Keep on doing you, Wolf!!
Why I love him. I didnt like that they replaced Michael Anthony felt wrong to me back then but it makes so much sense now. The kid doesn't need his dad to do this. He just is his son.
the fact that eddie is suck at teaching contribute a lot to wolfgang attitude on self-taught
He hasn’t tried to cash in on his name?!! If I recall correctly, the name Mammoth was used by an early incarnation of Van Halen. Secondly, he uses WVH in the band name??? If that isn’t LITERALLY using his name to cash in I don’t know what is… the first music video he made was home movies with EVH in them. I understand that the song was a tribute to his father, but again- still a cash grab.
❤Mammoth Rocks 😊
I avoided his music out of “I forgot he existed”😂
pathetic I know, but there r so so so many 🪓 slayers I emulate and love to KRANK through the P.A.😊
OF COURSE he uses Mammoth and WVH 😂 obviously that’s his family/name…duh
@@vicchaos-pz2ok He's not a "VH" clone - to assume he wouldn't use his actual name is ridiculous. Better tell Winger, Rudy Axel Pell, Michael Schenker, Alice Cooper, and a host of others that apparently real names are out of bounds. Or does that only apply to people who started off with a famous lineage, like Tal Bachman or Julian Lennon? ....and using the "Mammoth" is a fitting tribute to his family. How many casual listeners would have made the name connection? Would it be better if he called it "Rat Salad WVH", then only the hardcore fanbois would catch the reference...
If his music was marginal, this would be a cash grab...but this stuff is awesome!! Wolfgang's material holds up on its own...that's what i mean by "he's not riding coat tails". No one is "pity listening" to Mammoth WVH - they listen because he's kicking ass!!!
Some kids rebel and want to be rock stars. Wolfgang just quietly carries on with the family business. Mad respect for his distinct sound and walking comfortably in his own shoes! Well done!
What’s not to love about this video?!? Wolfie writes an album, plays all the instruments, then fires himself on every instrument save for lead guitar. The video takes me back to the 80’s when videos were fun to watch. The song could easily get radio play in any decade from the 80’s to today. WVH has found the perfect balance of hard, classic and contemporary rock. I give it a 10.
Agreed this video makes music video's actually fun again
Exactly. This shit fuck!ng rocks.
Its B grade radio music.
@@bobabooey4537 opinion sure, but to write record and do everything yourself takes a talent that can't be denied. I know players who were way worse who lucked out into bands that made it, back in the depressing 90s alternative scene. B grade radio music, as you put it, is still popular to some people and personally I don't judge people based on the type of music they play or listen to. It still takes talent
@@bobabooey4537 post your single
As an old guy from the original VH days, I'm so proud to see Wolf do his own thing in his own way. He's not trying to be Eddie 2.0. Loving how he incorporates some techniques from his dad, but he's not ripping him off. Total respect for him! Keep rocking it Bro!
No doubt Wolf is the an amazing Artist because of his Father taught him well from the time he could crawl he’s a guitar God
His Dad would be proud
Amen!
He's doesn't sound or play like Eddie, but you can absolutely hear Eddie. Especially the fills,
I mean his dad wrote the book. You would be hard pressed to find a guitar player alive today that doesnt have at least a sprinkle of EVH in their technique gear or sound.
I am a huge fan of Van Halen. Seeing Wolfgang continuing to make music brings tears to me. He definitely has his own style which is absolutely perfect.
HOLY CRAP! I remember telling a friend back in 1991 that someday we would be listening to this kid named Wolfgang Van Halen that had just been born. Today I just listened to a song from him that gave me goose bumps. The Van Halen legacy carries on. Eddie would be so proud.
Same. I’ve been waiting lol
That's so cool. Thanks for sharing with us.
...that is a hard legacy to hold, but he is killing it... makes me happy
I don't look at this as a Van Halen legacy.... I look at it as a Wolfgang Van Halen legacy..... The reason why I say that is that Van Halen never had a song this heavy.... Either way I love both!!👍
Wolfgangs style is different than his Dad but that's Fine. He cut his teeth playing Bass for Van Halen. How cool is that.
This tune is the best thing I have heard in a looooong time. Kid can sing. What a range. The song is killer, the band is on fire, and I totally forgot about how legendary his roots are because he is starting his own path. Like Foo Fighters on steroids....what a sound
Like Foo Fighters meets Avenged Sevenfold.
Amazing job!!
Definitely heard some Foo in it and that's a great thing!!!
Money analogy.
Actually, I think this is once again just Wolf playing all the instruments on the studio recordings. At least, last year he said he was going to continue recording on his own and use the band for live appearances and videos.
If somebody hates him, they hate music. That is the bottom one 2022 greatest guitar players there is he’s only going to get stronger. He’s a Van Halen.
I've seen Mammoth live 3 times in the past 6 months and the thing that I absolutely love about Wolf is the genuine enthusiasm he has on stage. He's obviously a very good musician and a fantastic singer, but I think his biggest talent is his ability to write outstanding songs. He's could have easily tried to sound just like VH and had some success, but he created a sound all his own and it kicks ass!
Did you see them with Alter bridge? That was a damn good show! Saw them in Orlando
Wow awesome I agree with comments it’s very much like the videos from the 80s and the kid is great.
I agree 100%. AS I commented above, caught Mammoth in Chicago with Alter Bridge - the crowd response for Wolf was absolutely insane. After every song, the reaction was full and sustained...like for 30+ seconds people were cheering and screaming and pumping fists in the air. Wolf would look like he was about to start the next tune, and then would hesitate for just a second, like "holy crap, are they *still* cheering?" and get this look on his face of utter disbelief. He'd take a step back from the mic, look over to one of the other guys like "can you believe this?".
His writing/song structure is really great. He builds tension, he works towards a "release" point, he has great "hooks". It's not cookie cutter at all. You can hear true emotion and expression. Looking forward to the next 20 years.
He has so much genuine passion! It's very inspiring
This is one of the best comments I have read! You are 100% correct he has created his own sound and style!
This outstanding young man will single-handedly save rock and roll. Godspeed!
YES mate. Great comment. I love how Wolfie is just like his dad BUT NOTHING like his dad. Epic legacy.
no doubt bout that
Creed saved rock and roll 20 years ago
@@ethanweissman8753 More like killed it 🤣
Just like his pops did in the 70s
I'm a 68 year old musician who has toured and recorded. With the exception of The Beatles I've seen the good and the bad and the ugly, all of them. This kid is the real deal. He takes everything good about rock and roll it makes it better. He's a great musician but an even better songwriter and that's the key..
That’s too bad about Wolf leaving the band but at least Wolf is still here! And sounding better than ever! Hoping they’re still on good terms with one another 🙏
I actually read that he recorded this album on his own,like the first one........but he still has the band......i could be wrong......have a good day
Wolf didn't leave, Wolf fired him.
@@ramirorodriguez9671 True. Wolf and Wolf becoming the next Mustaine/Hetfield? 🤔
I love how the running joke is drummer wolf is late, it was in don’t back down too
@@DyckfieldSwanson hope we don't have to wait decades for them to play together again.
"this Van Halen legacy will go on"
- Eddie Van Halen (on Howard Stern)
Hahaha Howard Stern…Bahahahaha
Wow! Just WOW!😮
Edward said on multiple interviews that Wolfgang is insanely legit talented. He said even more talented than himself. I believe the word he said one time to describe Wolfgang was “Dangerous.”
Howard Stern is a bonafide douche.
@Paul where is the humor there?
Eddie wasn't kidding when he said that Wolfie would be rocking the world one day. Thanks to Eddie and Val for giving us such joyful gift to the world of music. Wolf is just amazing in every way musically and he is so humble, lovable and has a killer sense of humor.
Not only does Wolf have allot of his Dads talent he has all his humor, he is funny as hell, love, 65 year old fan of your Dads and now you, keep the VH name going Sir.
I am 62 years old and never appreciated Van Halen. But Wolfgang ❤ he is so talented and so humble and always remember to honor thy father and thy mother🕯️
This man is a breathe of fresh air on the music scene. It's good to hear some SOLID Rock N Roll once again!🤘
Bring back grunge
Well said. I agree 💯 music has needed this badly for almost 15-20 years.. A real artist not conforming to the industry. Doing it his way.
@@captianmurphy6207 No thanks! That's what killed real lead guitar playing once,let's not have that again.
Wolf 🐺 is a bad man. I’m proud of him.
I'm fully assured, the Van Halen rock legacy is in good hands. What a monster jam to preview the sophomore album. Gonna pre-order it soon. Your pops is smiling down on you Wolfie 😊😊🤟🤟
I’m starting to think the heavier Wolf goes the more I’m gonna like it. He brings melody with whatever he does.
Perfect mixture of new and old. Rock will live on
Take note kiddies! This is what happens when you listen to your Dad. Let Dad teach you his skills. Happy Fathers Day!
Anyone else JUST catch Andraia in the video after having now watched it 100's of times?! LOL... Saw em in NJ last night. What a killer show. Wolf's voice was prime and that band is so fucking tight. What a masterpiece of an artist fr.
Eddie Van Halen brought rock back from the dead in the era of Disco... Looks like his son will do it again in the era of Rap. Incredibly talented young man.
Doubt he'll do that but he's a great musician though.
There is not another EVH not even close. That being said life/music move on. Wish WVH best of luck!
This is an era of music written BY computers. Im talking about music that is solely made by AI. Not a person writing music on a computer. Autotuned vocals. An era where you dont need talent to create music. As long as Im alive, Ill never stop playing guitar. Esp because these dumbed down, swipe right tic tok dummies dont have an attention span. They love music made for people who dont like music. They are here today, gone tomorrow.
@@DVincentW why would dumbed down, swipe right tic tok dummies that dont have an attention span have any effect on whether you continued playing guitar or not?
@@DVincentW.... and this won best comment
First and foremost I'm totally impressed that Wolfie plays all instruments. Then his vocals are amazing, and his van Halen sense of humor is just spot on great. This guy just oozes talent on all levels. Love this video. Please just keep it going wolf, love ya
He played everything on his debut. But now it looks like he’s getting his live band to record as well?
@@oldGnRrocks1 It looks like that's the video's theme.
His god-given talent
Right? His vocals are amazing and he sings at such a high vocal range, too.
This is an absolute BANGER
PHENOMENAL! It's been worth the wait for MammothWVH 2! Wolf obviously has inherited musical talent but he has definitely followed his own path and has proven to be a muti talented artist!!! Well done Wolf! Keep killing it!❤
This is the Rock N Roll I never knew I needed. This just hits the spot.
How can u hate on this kid? Vocals, Guitar-Lead and Rhythm, Bass, Drums, Writing on every level! And yet can poke fun at himself!
GREAT track! I wanna see these guys tour with Extreme. Bringing back the straight up Rock-N-Roll!!!
Perfect.
THIS!
I was just thinking the same thing. Extreme & Mammoth would make for a great 1 - 2 punch.
Oof, Nuno guest solo. Yes pls!
Oh that would be so cool. 2023 is really rockin
Eddie's legacy is in the right hands! God job, Wolfie! 🙏🏻😄
Was that word salad supposed to be coherent?
(That last word means understandable)
@@Darth-Claw-Killflex have you ever thought that comments can be written by people whose native language is not English?
P.S. I think that you understood the main idea that I wanted to convey. Or are you a total bore?
Oddly enough…I discovered WVH while having an MRI of my gallbladder 😂 I asked for a rock station and WVH happened to come on…and now I’m obsessed. I’ve been listening to his stuff since I’m stuck in this hospital bed. His talent is amazing. Love his voice. Love his guitar. Love everything about this band. I’m a VH fan so it makes my heart happy to see WVH following in his dads footsteps and killing it 🤘🏻 He isn’t living in his shadow or riding on his name…he is definitely forging his own path 🙌🙌👏🏻👏🏻
Wolf, your off the charts man. Hail the new king. Love this.
You're*
But I agree. Just discovered these guys, and I'm very impressed.
Haters appear when someone does something real amazing. Wolf has many great talents, I´m sorry for him for the loss of his father so soon. Wolf stay on your way, think of your dad, he is on stage everytime you play and forget the rest! You´re a rock! I salute you!
Saw Mammoth in Chicago opening for Alter Bridge in March - Wolf was an absolute class act. He was so blown away by the crowd reaction - after every song, the crowd was just freaking out, and it kept overwhelming him. He'd step back from the mic, with that look like "are these guys STILL cheering...for ME?"
This tune I maybe hear a touch of "Foo Fighters" phrasing and structure. Love the building of tension. LOVED the solo. (notice during the "hits" during the solo, with the flash of each other band member, mimicking how Wolf found them - lead player has the Guitar Hero guitar, rhythm player has the broom, bass player is eating pizza, drummer has the battle of the bands trophy...).
Whoever says "he's riding the coattails of Van Halen..." can't have listened to a single song on the debut album. Other than the last two notes of "Don't Back Down" (in a great homage to "So This Is Love") I don't hear Van Halen *at all*. I hear this talented young man, who has so much to say...and I literally can't wait to hear how he chooses to say it.
And....he is *putting in the hard work*. Touring. Opening for different bands, cultivating interest across multiple genres of rock. Keep it up, Wolf.
I bet that was a great show. I'm a big Alter Bridge fan also.
Lame, compared to Extreme's new album "Six". Just one example: ruclips.net/video/A964lZm0Buo/видео.html
Not surprising. Dave Grohl and the Fighters is a HUGE influence on Wolfie, he has stated in the past. Can't think of a better influence, apart from dad.
@@ckmoore101there area lot better influences than DG, but if it helps him get here, it works. Wolf sounds great.
I like a lot of things about this band. 1. He's a big dude, and that's cool. 2. Musically, he doesn't sound a thing like his dad. And 3. There's more energy here than a lot of bands you hear now.
Wolfgang, you are the best! Thank you for bringing back rock n roll. ❤
I'm not even his father and I'm proud of him!! Daaaayuuummm!!!
I keep coming back to watch this video over and over. The song is absolutely rocks! But pairing that with a video that tells a fun story just makes this my favorite thing on RUclips right now. I can't wait for the album to be released.
I absolutely AGREE!!!
Agreed 👍 great video!
👍👍
I've been playing guitar probably more than most of the commenters have been alive. I saw Van Halen on their first tour in Denver in 1978. Being a judgy prick, when I saw "Wolfie" playing with Van Halen, I thought he was just a novelty due to his famous dad. Fast forward many years and this video popped up during a RUclips binge. I sarcastically thought, "Oh this should be fun." Time to admit I was a judgy prick 100%. This kid is fucking amazing!! There is something about the groove of this song that just grabbed me. I retired from professional playing in 2016 for personal reasons, and never picked up a guitar again. After watching the video, I pulled out the PRS, dusted on the Boogie, and learned this song, just for fun. I haven't learned a song for fun since I was in my 20s (think 1980s). I love the new generation of musicians coming up and appreciate what they can do. I had always wanted to meet Eddie because he was my guitar hero growing up. I had a couple of opportunities in the 90s but other priorities prevailed. After listening to Wolf talk about his dad in interviews, I can clearly see I missed an opportunity to meet not only a great musician, but a great father. Keep up the great work Wolf!!!!! You are making yourself and your dad proud!!! The legacy continues. However, you are absolutely your own musician. Keep that groove.
I feel like the first album just came out last month and now another new album? When did he even have time to make this? Dudes a beast!
Its been like 19 years since the first album. It came out 2 years ago but he'd recorded it 2013-2018, so its been like 5 years since he'd made any new music. The first album was sitting in the can for a while, this mythical solo album from Wolfie. He's had more than enough time to write a follow up.
@@gajaga789 I was being facetious. I know how long its been. It just feels like it just came out because I listen to the first one so much.
@@encryptor6710 Your first sentence was facetious, the second sentence made it sound like you're retarded. He's hardly a beast, he's a working artist. We don't need to blow everything out of proportion these days.
@@gajaga789Divorced, single, or in a loveless relationship. Which is it that causes you to be a jackass when the point of the original comment was obvious?
I thought Punk killed Corporate Bro Beard Music?
I still can't pick my jaw up off of the floor.... The solo. Jesus. The video was perfect too. Well done.
Blows my mind how much talented Wolfgang is, just love his music!!
Wolf is genuinely a great actor too 😂
Hes Great Live ,Eddie Would Be Proud !!🎸🎸🎸Seen Him in Detroit !! Rocked It🤘
@@ydiggy Did you notice that alot of people didnt know who he was,I Taped it from Comericia Park,Just a Song ,All Shaky,Poor guy played in 107 degrees more with Humidity.Totally Rocks🤘
@@ydiggy I would Hope,Well hes Coming With Metallica One day,Zakk Wylde Next with the Pantera Tribute 2 day..
@@ydiggy That's what I Couldnt Decide,I'm a Big BLS Fan and have met Zakk..Their Both on one day,I'm just not going,To late I have to😬⚡⚡
Wow this is Awesome!! He is Not his dad. He has his own path.
I love Mammoth's music. Great rock.and roll. You hear hints of his dad's style but he's got his own sound. I don't get the hate. He's immensely talented and had a great teacher. I guess people are jealous. I'm happy for him. Doing something he loves doing. Creating music. Here's my advice to haters. If you don't like it, stop listening.
He is a totally down to earth guy, and yet people hate on him for reasons unknown. It makes no sense. You would think they would love him just for being Eddie's kid AND being super talented. But like you said, some people just love to troll or act jealous.
"It's time we take the throne"
Guys, if you didn't think you took the throne after the first album, I don't know what you're trying to do here! Super excited for you to take over the world on this one!!!
He's all heart and talent like dad..possibly the luckiest kid on earth..
In total agreement!!! 💯
I have heard so many killer rock songs lately...fucking rock n roll is back with a vengeance
Outstanding song. I see the meaning of the video. It’s not about you. It’s about the members of your band. 🤘🏻
It would be impossible to do a live performance solo, and Wolf knows it. Sure, he could just release albums... but fans would soon become restless wanting that live performance more and more. A full scale riot would ensue, and everybody's world is turned inside out. Okay, maybe not all of THAT would happen. But, we all get the picture. Definitely an accurate assessment of this video
Yeah this video is next level genious
Why is WVH part of the 'band's name?
@@scottskinner577 What does genious mean?
@Mitchell Davis obviously thats a big word so I said it more like a meme than seriously, but what I'm really saying is there's deep meaning in what he's doing in the video. And he was able to also make it entertaining while doing it.
To me it's basically like he was saying Hey, if I'm gonna take this to the next level I need help. I need to find some pros at these positions so that I'm not spread so thin trying to do it all myself. And so we can expand and have more creative input. And do shows. And who knows, maybe he's had similar thoughts about himself in the past and that's why he used those words as he replaced his bandmates. Could be a deep down self esteem thing, in part. Idk
But at the end of the day he found a creative way to script it all into a music video. Instead of just doing it at a party on a beach with titties everywhere (which would have been cool too lol)
Wolfie is lighting the world on 🔥 and he's just getting warmed up. The Mammoth record is the hottest rock record of the last 20 years imo.
This is one of the best music videos in the last 30 years!! Great job Wolfie!!
You've been hangin' out with Grohl....and it shows!!!!!🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
Finally hit me what this sounds like: “Same Direction” by Hoobastank. That is a compliment by the way, I like that Wolfie’s sound is a throwback to early-to-mid 2000’s.
I couldn't place it yeah, good call🎉
“I can’t believe we played the same thing!” “What are your names?” Lmao
And the guitar break,when the bass player is eating pizza and the drummer is showing his trophy, too funny
Rock is far from gone and Wolf is firmly at the helm. Listened to Van Halen as a teen and now I'm listening as an old man. I won't be playing bingo at no old folks home. I'll be playing some Mammoth! 🥰
Oh my. This has rocked my world. This song has the power to be a rock anthem and with the creative genius of Wolf, he has ascended to the rankings of Dave Grohl as creative masterminds in the modern rock Era. Amazing. The only other I can think about with this talent is Ritchie Kotzen. Great work. Thank you for bringing a new edge to the rock scene
This band is amazing!! Just as you think that rock n’ roll is dead, Bamm!!! You get this awesomeness. Wolfgang is just a gifted dude. I heard the live shows just kill, I’m seeing them this year, that’s for sure.
Live is INCREDIBLE. Wish I was in the US so I could go to his shows more frequently tho
Can confirm: live is incredible.
Thank you and congratulations on the well deserved success. As a 53 year old man that was living and working in Hollywood for SIR in the 80s, I was privileged enough to see Van Halen and everyone that followed play and Van Halen were about to change rock and roll. Enter Wolfe. Round 2. .Your family is like the gift that keeps on giving. Don't listen to anyone or anything other that your heart. You are one of the greats on so many levels. I look forward to witnessing your journey.
"I can't believe we played the same thing!" 😂
Not only is Wolf an extremely talented musician, he has a great sense of humor too!
“What are your names” got me 😂😂
"God, this fuckin' kid sucks!"
@@tsalv1993 "What is this?"
His band/projects are easily some of the best rock being made now early 2023 & he's really just getting going
Makes us EVH fans all feel like proud parents to see Wolf do so well!
Yes!!
You can't kill rock and roll!!! I've got the first album... Time for the second... I pretty sure Eddie is looking down and smiling!!! You were raised right... Good job mom and dad....
Loving the new track. Love that Wolf is carving out his own sound and style, instead of taking the safe route and playing VH stuff.
Anyone who doesn’t love this is a fool!
Excellent song as usual! Your Dad is super proud!!
Well yeah!
Lame, compared to Extreme's new album "Six". Just one example: ruclips.net/video/A964lZm0Buo/видео.html
I really want to love this but interrupting the song for a joke is too much for me. It wasn’t funny. It was disruptive.
This rocks, Wolf is a phenomenal talent. Ed did warn us. Can't wait for the new album if this is anything to go by
Ed even said, "you don't understand... this kid is DANGEROUS...". I remember reading a number of articles where Ed was saying how he "trips out" watching and listening to him play around the house. Since he was born, I can't recall a single article where Ed didn't talk about Wolf
@@jackmomma7481 exactly right, I do remember how much Ed gushed about his son's talent, Wolf has blown me away from the start that don't back down music video where he plays everything made my jaw drop,A mega talent 💯
Holy shit Wolfgang! I didn't know you could SING SING. that voice is incredible dude! I grew up listening to VH (my father was huge fan) and now Im a father myself and my two kids love your music. Crazy how things go ain't it?!! Blown away right now. Absolutely love it man. 🤘
He’s a better voice than the Van Halen singers.Talent runs in that family’s dna
@@adspurbetter than his dad's too. But yes, this kid was born for this
Man Wolfgang has got such an awesome voice.
I'm happy for him.
He's not just riding the coattails of his father like most people would in his shoes. He's definitely got the chops to bring it.
6:22 How can you not love the EVH tribute! Absolute chills!
It's SO obvious that this young cat has IT ALL! Not only in the musical aspect, either...he is a genius when it comes to his video savvy and vision. What an incredible talent and blessing in and for our current hard rock scene. We're lucky and honored to listen and watch, Wolf! 🤘🍻🤘
A prodigy on multiple levels. He’s brilliant and obviously inherited some exceptional genetics.
@@BigBass-xf5yi Indeed! Agree 💯%
I grew up listening to Van Halen and I'm an old man now and I can tell you this song rocks!! I know he is going a different direction than his dad's band but EVH's influences can be heard in his son's music. This song is a banger! Dad would be proud.
Wolf ROCKS! AWESOME SONG!
Saw Mammoth with GNR and the day Taylor Hawkins passed..2x in Boston both shows incredibly awesome! My 1st VH concert was 84 never missed a tour after..ty ed n val.. you gave us rock n roll living on through wolf ❤️🙏🏼what a sense of humor! Love from Boston
WHOA! I heard Wolfgang's voice when he was doing the Hawkins tribute and I was he has a golden voice!
Love this guy. Watched his dad for years and he definitely passed his talents down. He has a fantastic voice and plays guitar with epic skill. Love it, Wolfie.
The amazing music aside, I love Wolf's sense of humor in his videos. This is fantastic!
WELL DONE WOLF! 💪🎶🎸
I love the shot of the other guitarist playing the plastic rock band guitar at 6:24 during wolf’s guitar solo lol
The other guitar player Frank has a broom, The Bass player Ronnie’s eating a pizza from his own delivery, the drummer Garrett is holding up his BOTB award. The guitar hero toy guy is Jon.
Wolfs talent is INSANE! His vocals are so on pitch I havent reciently heard such a flawless singer!! Well Done buddy!!
Wolf should be an actor, too... 😂. Hilarious. I actually felt bad for the “fired Wolfs.” 😅
Me too, especially at the end!
@@tamistrobel1383 The way his voice quivers... soooo funny. Great job, kid! 😂
Voice is bangin bro, you got that one ;)
I first heard their stuff when I went to see Alter Bridge. I was shocked how good they are as band. Love this new song !
Same here! Saw them live and had only heard 2 of their songs and was blown away!
Yes! Another great record from mammothwvh! He is so talented excellent vocals can play that guitar like no other! Writes great tunes! Love him!!
TY Mammoth WVH, Real Rock! See ya March 5th @ legendary TOAD'S Place, New Haven,CT! TY ❤ 4 coming here, just like the Rolling Stones & many more!! I'll need my earplugs-psyched!! Luv you guys😊Cyndi V.
I almost spat out my coffee multiple times😂😂 You rock, Mammoth!!!
What a great way to start into spring. Bedankt, Mr Van Halen!
Comedy and kickass rock n roll. Man this world needs this now. ❤
Everything's not lost for this fine genre. So much great music flowing out of this young man, the future's looking bright for all of us who get carried through the good and the bad days by the sound of an electric guitar and the pounding of a loud drum set. Thanks for the music, man!
Wolf is the man!! He's actually got some decent comedic acting chops in his videos. Talented dude
I’m pretty sure that came from Mom! 😉
@@krick7247 I was about to say that.
Let’s remember, Valerie and all this!!! they raised a great kid
The genetics are on full display and undeniably awesome.Your Dad must be bursting with pride right now, but I'm sure he already knew your talents. Now we are seeing it come to fruition and hearing it ourselves. Hell, we're all proud of you Wolf! This kind of music makes my ears smile. Congratulations, you're a force to be reckoned with.
Genetics? Did you hear that solo? LOL
@@bobabooey4537 It totally fits the song, great solo
The genetics tell me he is the son of EVH and Jack Black
Can I say how Jon's introduction has the most impeccable comedic timing I've seen in music videos in like, forever
J adore.. Excellent musicien et chanteur.... Merci d être venu nous voir en France... A bientôt
" I'm sorry I'm late. My dog was sic and...." Words fail to describe the talent and creativity of Mr. Wolf. Most impressive.
Carry the torch with class..Go Wolfie, so gifted.
Great tune. Saw you live last weekend. And what a show. I love hard rock, nu metal, etc. This is just good old rock and roll and it's excellent. Definitely seeing you again next time you're in town
The world's at this boy's feet! He can act, he can slay every instrument, he has VH genes, he just is! Top talent, top entertainer. Saw the band live in Glasgow in December 22 and was blown away. Fan ever since and evermore!
Instantly became song of the year so far for me. I mean holy goddamn this song is an energetic powerhouse!! And that guitar solo... just wow 🔥🔥🔥
Voice gives me almost Claudio Sanchez (Coheed + Cambria) Vibes :D awesome
Great way to introduce the band. Song is great, enjoyed the hell out of that.
I keep coming back to this video because of how fun the story telling is
So impressive. Proof positive that talent runs in families. Way to go, Wolf🔥