Forty five shows in the books. The first-ever Mammoth WVH tour was a success and Wolfgang Van Halen has many to thank for it. Wolfgang took to social media yesterday to offer up his appreciation to his bandmates, crew, Guns 'N' Roses, Plush (Mammoth WVH's supporting band) and the fans: "3 months and 45 shows later, the first Mammoth tour is officially complete. Thanks so … [Read more...]
L.A. Guns Pay Tribute To Eddie Van Halen In New Video
The red, black and white stripes. No need to explain them. We know exactly what they mean. L.A. Guns paid tribute to Eddie Van Halen in their newest video by including some clear shots of a red, black and white striped wall in the background of a few scenes. Watch the video for the song "Get Along" above and you can't help but notice. According to L.A. Guns singer Phil … [Read more...]
Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ (In The Minor Key) – It’s Scary Good
What do you get when you take Van Halen's "Jump" and give it a bit of a John Carpenter's "Halloween" twist? You get Andy Rehfeldt's "Jump" (In the Minor Key). Rehfeldt is a Los Angeles musician/composer who has been creating parody music video mashups on YouTube since 2007. He recently re-posted the above reworked version of "Jump" and it arrives just at the right time - … [Read more...]
Wolfgang Van Halen Performs Seated, In Boot Cast After Ankle Sprain
Wolfgang Van Halen is rocking on...while sitting down. The Mammoth WVH front-man performed seated with a boot on his left foot last night (Wednesday, October 21st) at his band's headlining concert in Huntsville, Alabama. The boot is a result of Wolfgang spraining his foot earlier that day while walking off the tour bus. He posted the news to his Twitter page (under the … [Read more...]
Watch Animated Eddie Van Halen Tribute
Eddie Van Halen has inspired countless guitarists. That much we know. But soccer players too? Comedian Tig Notaro’s recent animated HBO stand-up special “Tig Notaro: Drawn” includes Notaro's story about her childhood crush – Eddie Van Halen. In her imaginary world, Eddie would often check in with Notaro to not only see how she was doing but to provide some encouragement … [Read more...]