Wolfgang Van Halen - Is He Ready to Assume the Throne?  

As a 56 year old i doubt Wolfgang will ever see this but ive had NOTHING BUT LOVE for him and im proud of this youg man all thru his music life!! Hope he does great things even more than he has done being self tought with help from his pops! ❤❤🙏🙏✌✌😎

Thanks for this very good & well researched retrospective of Wolfgang.....With all the DVD bootleg recordings of Wolf playing with his Dad in VH I watched him evolve as as a musician live on stage between 2007 -2015 ....Not just how his playing & singing evolved but how his self confidence in a live environment evolved. In those times with his Father I've never seen ANY two musicians have so much fun together onstage in all my life......He re-ignited his fathers love of playing to audiences & got him writing new stuff too. & he went on later to build his own sound in the studio playing EVERYTHING HIMSELF & Singing everything himself, then put together an elite group of musicians who could faithfully reproduce that sound live. His rapport with live audiences is so easy & relaxed & natural & he's sweeping the board with the music awards like his Father did & designing his own instruments to celebrate his Father just as Dad designed the Wolfgang to celebrate him....He helped his Dad get away from alcohol & was always there for him right to when he passed away. & he continues to love him & to celebrate & preserve his great legacy. While creating his own legacy as a separate artist. Which Dad foresaw as far back as 2006 on the Howard Stern interview. Ed can see this too & he is smiling .

Dude, how can anyone not love this guy? He's a genius and he can make killer music. He is already the new king. Like it or not you will be a believer someday.

I listen to both Mammoth albums daily and can’t get enough. Truly an amazing artist and can wait to see how he grows even more. Another great artist from a legendary family.

❤ and his tribute number to his dad at the Taylor Hawkins concert was really really really nice

WVH is the greats`t gift King Edward has left us . Like his father , Wolfgang is a true original .

Just seen him two weeks ago, the show and sound was amazing, He is an great musician and awesome songwriter

Great vid dude. As a 49 y/o die hard VH fan I can't understand the hate for Wolfgang. For me he's keeping the legacy alive

I hope Wolfie continues to grow musically and to block all who try to intervene with his progress in music. What he's doing is probably what the King would want for him anyway. I'm sure his grandfather Jan is happy with the greatness of his grandson, too. Jan, Edward, Alexander, and Wolfgang, you guys are all music royalty, in my opinion. Van Halen family for ever. 🤘😌

Long time Van Halen fan here. Saw them on concert in 1981. I've never understood the Wolfgang hate at all. He's his own guy, and I love his music--kinda bluesy sounding at times. Looking forward to more from him in the future.

Love Wolfie, He’s a humble young man with a great appreciation for music and the process of making music. You can tell he’s truly a real musician with no signs of slowing down. Rock on kiddo!

Yes. Wolfgang is completely capable to rock his dad's riffs but..... even Wolfgang says, there is only 1 EVH.

I'm so proud of Wolfgang, he's shinning his own torch, not carbon copying anyone! His love for his Dad is deep, Eddie even told him to shine his own light, and man is he ever!? Talented AF! Love MammothWVH!! I'd like to see if you could do a report on an upcoming guitarist "Taj Farrant", he's originally from Australia and now lives here in the USA. He's only 14yrs old, he's played with Santana & other famous guitarist. Believe me, if you'll look him up, his story is awesome! He's been on AGT, (Australia Got Talent) where he completely blew everyone away when he played "Purple Rain" better than you've ever heard! He's already out with a CD hitting #1 on the charts! He was 10 when he was on AGT! Taj was born with a guitar in his hands! It's a story you don't want to miss! Gary Moore is one of his idols and plays his music to perfection...all at the age of 14!

Wolfie is the Truth!!! That dude can jam!!! Seen him 3X and going again in March! He’s doing everything right, he’s forging his own path! It’s cool to have another Van Halen out there making music!

Mammoth Rocks! Lifelong fan of Van Halen. Started listening to them since the first Album. When I first heard Wolfgang, I was speechless. Eddie's passing was hard as a fan. I wish the best for Wolf and the band.

Not really into wolf’s music but have the highest respect for him. He’s forging his own path and I would bet that’s what his father hoped for.

Im only half way through and ive been choked up many time, and you are doing great job telling Wolfgang story. Im a Sammy snd Vh fan i was there in backyard and Long Beach Arena 78 when (VH) they left us and the country & world grabbed them (VH) from us So Cal fans and they became the worlds. i see Wolf as such an unreal musician multi talented, im going to buy his album now, ive been putting off and you just gave such great story on a great musician, Wolfgang Van Halen. Mammoth is #1 on my list to see, above all right now to see live. I'll be there. Will you?

Loved that! I totally agree with everything you said. He's pretty good! Look forward to whatever he does, thanks!

I went and seen Mammoth and Nita Strauss on 2/27/24 at the Egyptian room in Indianapolis. Fist off I would like to say I am 60 years old grew up with Van Halen and I play guitar so I follow all my heroes like Eddie ,Paul Gilbert ,Joe Satriani , Steve Vai , Angus young , just to name a few and when I first learned of wolf I went and check his stuff out and man I fell in love from the start this guy is an amazing musician I love his voice his stage presence everything this cat can rock. I really don't understand the hate from old van Halen people it's silly they should little Eddie carrying on what his dad started and making a name for himself. To your haters shame on you if you haven't seen him, you should that was one of the best shows I have seen in a long long time and trust me when I say I have been to many shows in my lifetime. I still hum the songs he sang in my head I love this guy he rocks and so down to earth I hope I get to meet him someday Rock on Wolf and Mammoth I love ya . fingers fhillips 2024

Love to hear the old rockers bitch about Eddie's kid. Wolf is Wolf and Eddie was Eddie. Wolf brings new (OH NO NOT NEW) music his own style. Thank you Eddie for giving us Wolfie.

Proud to hear his love for music!!! Rock on

Just like Wolfy, I've enjoyed watching your channel growing and getting better with each posting! I'm really excited for you, Steve! Keep em' coming, man! God bless and take care...

Thank you for summarizing Wolfgang's life and career. This is by far the most entertaining and informative video on Wolfgang that I have ever seen!😊😊😊

I really like Wolfgang's solo album. He already is on his way to finding his own voice. And regarding his voice, that is very good too!

Love that you did this. Wolf has been killing it and I wore his first album out. Thanks for talking about him.

You're spot on. I have been wondering how long he's been writing and working on these songs so thanks for that. I've been listening to MWVH since the debut, like you, I can't stress enough to any rock fan that this is just fantastic work. I sit and listen all day at times and I catch something different each time. I remember Ed saying in an interview once about Wolf, "You haven't seen anything yet" (paraphrase). He was right. The young man is amazing. I did get to see them live. Hopefully, they'll be back my way again this year.

This is awesome, man. Fantastic talent, absolutely. Production is top shelf. And this dude did it all himself? Wow.

I am proud of Wolfgang. Takes a lot of ❤ to move on and also honoring his dad /name ! He is such a talented musician !

Glad to see Wolfe is doing well! Definitely going to check out his music. Great vid! Thanks!

Hes just starting out abd already you see how great he is as a songwriter and a full musician like his dad a musical genius and can't wait to see the next album he does. Also should be blessed to hear his music all around. Evh and his mother valerie are proud of him

Awesome video buddy. I love what Wolfgang is doing too. I loved his dad and I feel very lucky that his son is also awesome.

He is such a talented individual. I bet his father is watching him from the heavens and is so proud of him. Keep it going Wolfie

their music is completely different to VH, yet still rocks. I find their music fresh yet still full of feeling. Rock on mate and please tour Australia 🦘.

WOW I couldn't believe it when i first heard! I'm a die hard VH Fan with a son 2 months younger then WVH...WOlfMan you are VH will always be VH and if he has kids there VH....EXCEPT IT!!!!! By the way great video👍👍

Wolfgang and Mammoth are the real deal! Awesome music by an incredibly talented man! Rock on Wolfie!❤

I ❤Mammoth WVH! He is an amazing musician and songwriter. I love how he is doing his own music and I am looking forward to everything he comes out with

I love his work, and he is just so laid back and cool in video's.. I watched a video on the Taylor Hawkins set, and Dave called him and said hey how do you feel about doing a few VH songs and he told Dave he needed him on stage with him, which is why Dave is playing bass on those songs, Wolf also said prior to that he had not played those songs in like 10 years, and he freaking KILLED IT.. He is everything I like in a Rock star, no BS just great skills!

Thank You !

Wow what an amazing young man. I think it was awesome to start the way he did and much respect to Michael Anthony as the original member of so many years.

Very well presented. Bravo!

Love you wolf Gang !

If you have heard his music, then you must be able to recognize that he is definitely a prince that is well ready to take a seat at the throne. He has so much royalty running through his veins that he will be able to change music like his father did, albeit, in this day and age that is going to be a tough thing to do....but if anyone can do it, Wolfgang could.

I've been a VH fan forever and was a Sammy fan before there was a VH, Wolfgang doesn't need to assume any throne, this young man is building his own kingdom and it is fantastic. Only an Arse Hole would give this kid any hate, he is a great artist in his own right and he doesn't need anyone and I for one am glad to see him take his own path, it gives me new music and it is very good.

Awesome story. Those tough times he has gone through are going to make him stronger which in the music industry that's a plus.

Steve . . . That was awesome! Great job.

Wolfgang learned from his and his dad is very proud of his son

Awesome both his albums are great....

I became a believer in Wolf when I heard Van Halen live in Tokyo and when he did Hot for teacher at that tribute concert

Awesome story!

Im not a fan of Wolfies band, but I appreciate that he's out there doing his own thing. Good for him. He seems like he is as down to earth as he can be.

I stumbled across Mammoth after seeing ‘don’t back down’ video on RU-vid, was instantly blown away by the track and checked out all their other stuff. The videos are great, with a touch of Tenacious D in there, which is just great. Got my brother into them (it wasn’t hard!) and now we’re both going to see them live in the U.K. in July. So from never hearing of them, or even Wolf if I’m being honest, I’m now a massive fan and seeing them live in a month…all in the space of a couple of months! Can’t wait. Love his music. 🤘🏼 🎸 🥁

I've been listening to Van Halen since the beginning. Picture it 1979, adolescent on Ohau, when the beginning strains of Runnin With The Devil blasting out of a black Lasco Boombox with fifteen inch chrome speakers and a dual cassette. Life was good.

Hex not going after any crown silliness. He’s a musician making his own way. Just had some divine teaching

❤speaking of a good job I am truly enjoying your channel Steve

Like to see wolf get healthy so he can stick around awhile.

I must say yes. It runs through his blood. And he is so laid back like a young Eddie.

Oh the boys even better!!

yeah, i wasn't happy that Mikey wasn't asked back when the last tour was put together. but, its Wolfie. this kid has not written a bad song. every one in my opinion is genuine, original and just unbelievably good! love all of it and my wife and daughter play his stuff in their car when i'm not even around. WVH is EVH's son, but man...this kid is an original Van Halen. RIP EVH, the G.O.A.T!

Wolfs got his thing going on an it is awesome

Cool 😎🤙🏼

He's a Gun. I heard his record on my monitor headphones. Yes he's a gun for sure.

forged a name for himself. Indeed. As far as taking the throne...? Not. There is no need for a Tribute concert. Eddie will Always be known as the best.

Wolf comes across as a good human being. He will not be like his father. He is not a guitar virtuoso. He is an Artist with his own vision.

Easy now.....lets not get carried away.

Music is in his blood and DNA. What a legacy to his father. I know Edward is looking down and he is so proud of his boy😂🎉❤

I say he's awesome.. pretty much self though .it's obvious he's SUPER passionate about music .his hobby his love.. he's definitely got lot's of great talent and on top of that-just down right great dude.. Amen to u Wolfgang -Danny from Lansing Michigan budd😊

❤ HNY Steve and Famiiy!!!! I’m pretty impressed with this guy I think he’s his own musical factor as well as a solid person

I saw Van Halen live in Akron Ohio (Bakance tour) and Wolfe kicked a ball on stage to his famous father Eddie kicked the ball back to him without missing a beat

WELL SAID

He'll never be as good as his dad, but he's making his dad proud.

Rock on wolf

I wish Wolfgang the best. It's not my type of music but the dude can play.

awezome vid..wolfgang rocks just fine an better than most...staysafe..

Wolfgang can play anything Eddie played,,,wolf n Eddie played many stages,,he's very mellow n a great guy,,,he has his own thing going on with music gotta move ahead but always throws one in for his dad

Ive heard Wolfie rear up the fretboard, and no doubt he learned some serious chops from his legendary father, Eddie Van Halen, what a tragic loss to the music world. My hats off to Wolfie and wish him the best in life and the music world.

Ya you are right he is his own tribute to his dad , and he can do anything he wants

Just stop comparing him to his dad . He carries the name well . His dad (and mom) is/are proud of him, and that should be all that matters . We are lucky we have the heritage here among us (think Clapton , Plant , etc...) He's creating his own ' good ole days ' for the kids that are smart enough , lucky enough , and fortunate enough to appreciate him today .... We had our turn , back in the day , now it's his turn . Just be grateful 🙏

I really hope he learns to be more honest with himself than his dad did. Even to the end Eddie was blaming the picks for his health issues. Wolfgang has traded his dad's addictions to cigarettes and alcohol for food and who knows what else and if he doesn't figure himself out he won't make it to a ripe old age. I really want him to and I look forward to decades of his musical output. For those thinking I am being overly critical please understand how heartbreaking it was for me to watch Eddie's slow motion death over the years and to watch his denial about his situation. I would rather lose someone as a friend if my directness and honesty jarred them into reality and they got themselves some help, and in my opinion that is what real friends do. Healthy friends anyway. Wolfgang deserves happiness and to shred until he is 100. I'll root for him for that forever.

Not surprised at all

F the haters,they are jealous.Wish he would do a tribute tour though.Playing all the songs with wolf on lead would be amazing and emotional.🤘🏻

I think Wolfgang is a really great musician.

Hell yeah, he is his father’s son. Amen to that.

Wolf is Wolf, his own man and a very talented one at that.

Lots of great young players coming thru, watch for Hal-CA and Grace Bowers.

Great job with this video. I'm a huge VH fan as well as a EVH inspired guitarist from day 1. I just do not understand any fan of VH especially those who love and have been inspired by the King to have ANY hatred or dislike towards WVH. Aside from his own incredible writing and playing he was the absolute apple of EVHs eye and to disrespect Wolf is to disrespect Edward. Keep up the great content.

Wolf is gangster and will do music justice without drugs and drama.

STOP THE HATE!!! TRY SOME LOVE!!! HE IS VERY TALENTED!!!❤❤❤

At the Taylor Hawkins benefit, Wolfie played "Panama," "On Fire," and "Hot for Teacher". Nailing all three! That said, Wolfgang has stated with a deep passion, that he does not want to follow his Dad. He even talked about how people just push this question or narrative. Wolfgang went on to say, as he released his second album, he'd hoped some might see that he was committed to his own career, and following up to his debut album success. Lastly, Wolfie said that the TH benefit was his tribute to his Dad, and he felt it was complete. Out of respect for King👑 Edward, please let the kid live and breathe his own air and thoughts. It's what Wolfie wants. Jus say'n.

he is his own throne.

what I find interesting about the haters out there is the stupid reasoning they have for not liking someone, it happened to Julian Lennon, back in the early 80's, as well, when he put out his debut album, (which I quite enjoyed), some of the critics would say his singing sounds too much like he is imitating John Lennon, Julian responding, that is my own singing voice. I don't get it? some fans think they have some kind of ownership to the artist music and what they create, who they marry, etc... and how dare the kid decided to do music as their career, as there father did before them and make his own music. I'm 63 years old always been a fan of Van Halen, and Ku-dos to Wolfgang for doing what he loves doing with own music signature.

I think Wolfgang was a great addition to the group. You would think that with this young blood in the group who is family, that he would be perfect for the group. I really don't understand why people are so negative about it.

Just Like his Father. He's an Absolute Clone of Eddie and a Very Capable and Gifted musician - Great for US !

Wolfgang simply Rocks ,it trans in his blood .

I'm 53 and it sucked that Michael Anthony left the band. That being said, I saw VH with Wolfgang and that kid absolutely rocked. Kid got huge skills

💥🎵🤟💖🤘💫🎶⚡

Good kid good lock

very nice +1sub❤💥💯

He did nothing to reinvent the guitar or make an impact on the whole world with his music. He’s only the son of the man who did!

Wolfie inherited the throne.

Wolfgang is the real Deal. Let him walk in his own footsteps. Good for you Wolfgang. Go Wolfie 😊