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The Story Of Mammoth WVH’s Name

Zehra Kabak
Last updated: 2025/02/19 at 2:21 PM
By Zehra Kabak 5 Min Read
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Mammoth WVH is the brainchild of Wolfgang Van Halen, the son of legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen. While he was still playing bass for Van Halen, Wolfgang had already started working on his own music. What began as a solo project eventually turned into a full-fledged band following the disbandment of Van Halen in 2020, after Eddie’s passing.

Since then, Mammoth WVH has released two albums, ‘Mammoth WVH’ and ‘Mammoth II,’ with Wolfgang handling all the instrumentation and vocals on both records. During this process, he also revealed the truth behind his band’s name.

The Name Blends A Tribute With Wolfgang’s Identity

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The name Mammoth WVH is more than just a cool pick—it carries a deep personal and musical significance for Wolfgang. It’s a nod to his father’s past and a reflection of his own musical journey.

Back in 1974, before Van Halen became a household name, Eddie and his brother Alex had a band called Mammoth. At the time, Eddie even handled lead vocals before David Lee Roth joined. This piece of history stuck with Wolfgang, who had always admired the name.

“Since I was a kid, my dad would tell me the story of the band and that it was called Mammoth,” he shared with Billboard. “It was a three-piece with dad singing, so that’s another connection I have with it. Just growing up, I was like, ‘That’s the coolest name! When I grow up, I want to call my own band that,’ and here we are.”

While the name is a tribute to his father, Wolfgang also wanted it to stand on its own. Speaking to Barbara Caserta of Linea Rock, he explained, “I really like the Mammoth name, because I think only super die-hard Van Halen fans are familiar with the name and I think overall, most people don’t really know the connection. So, in a way, it’s a subtle homage without kind of treading the same ground, if you will.”

The Singer Is Determined To Create A History Separate From His Father

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From the start, Wolfgang made it clear that Mammoth WVH wasn’t just about continuing the Van Halen legacy—it was about creating something new. His father supported the idea wholeheartedly, giving his blessing when he heard the singer’s first album before his death in 2020. But Wolfgang also wanted to prove himself as an artist, separate from the weight of his last name. “I definitely made a choice to not sound directly like Van Halen,” he told Billboard. “I just think that would be boring if I was a carbon copy of my dad.”

Wolfgang’s dedication to making Mammoth WVH stand on its own is evident in his approach to music. He played every instrument and recorded every vocal track on both albums, drawing inspiration from artists like Dave Grohl, who did the same in the early days of Foo Fighters. His music doesn’t try to mimic Van Halen but blended elements of hard rock, alternative, and classic rock, creating a distinct sound that’s uniquely his own.

Since its debut, Mammoth WVH has gained respect in the rock world, earning positive reviews and opening for bands like Guns N’ Roses. Wolfgang has built a solid lineup for live performances, bringing in musicians like Frank Sidoris, Jon Jourdan, Ronnie Ficarro, and Garrett Whitlock to bring his songs to life on stage.

Looking ahead, Wolfgang has big plans for Mammoth WVH. With a third album, ‘Mammoth III,’ already in the works, it’s clear that he’s not slowing down anytime soon.

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