Guitar Interactive Magazine | 2 years ago

First impressions last a lifetime. Now a solo artist, Wolfgang Van Halen has prepared a lifetime to make his. The songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist has worked tirelessly towards the introduction of MAMMOTH WVH, his self-titled debut album. Playing every instrument and singing each and every note, his music presents a personal and powerful perspective, balancing memorable hooks and tight technicality. As many times as audiences have experienced his talent alongside the likes of Tremonti, Clint Lowery, and of course, Van Halen, we meet Wolf as an individual— Jonathan Graham talks with Wolf in this exclusive interview for Guitar Interactive Magazine.

0:00 Intro
1:45 Demand for New Music
3:11 - Pressure of Releasing 2nd Album
3:46 - First Piece of Music that Inspired Wolfgang
5:02 - Struggles while Learning Music
6:04 - Wolfgang Van Halen's Practice Routine
7:02 - The Inspiration for Writing
8:51 - New Music with Alex Van Halen
9:36 - Testing New Instruments
11:42 - Experimentation
12:37 - Signature Pedal?
13:59 - Interacting with Fans on Social Media
17:58 - Performing Van Halen tracks at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute
22:15 - What is a Van Halen Christmas like?
24:38 - Being Influenced
26:03 - Would Wolf Perform with G3 or Generation Axe
27:02 - Being Part of the Grammys
28:02 - Advice
31:43 - Solo UK Tour
32:27 - Meeting James Hetfield
34:20 - Outro