On the heels of Distance reaching number one at Active Rock radio, Mammoth WVH is releasing two new tracks to the masses. Don’t Back Down is the anthemic new single for rock radio and is destined to cater to the fans of the harder sound of Mammoth WVH. An official music video is also being released that showcases Wolfgang Van Halen performing the song on all of the instruments – something he did throughout the entire debut album. It also illustrates his lighthearted side that fans following him on social media have already experienced. The video for Don’t Back Down can be seen below. The other track being released is Think It Over – a song that Wolfgang wanted to share to showcase the diversity of the album. It shows a different side of Mammoth WVH as he ventures in to a more pop-rock world with that track (listen below).
The long-awaited, self-titled debut album from Mammoth WVH will be available worldwide on June 11th via EX1 Records/ Explorer1 Music Group. A pre-order for Mammoth WVH in various configurations – including a recently announced limited orange color vinyl available via the band’s online store – can be found here. Fans that pre-order the album digitally will receive instant downloads of the number one single Distance, the Howard Stern premiered track You’re To Blame and both Don’t Back Down and Think It Over. All four tracks are now available via all global digital streaming partners as well as the ability to pre-save the album.
| The track listing for Mammoth WVH is: 1. Mr. Ed 2. Horribly Right 3. Epiphany 4. Don’t Back Down 5. Resolve 6. You’ll Be The One 7. Mammoth 8. Circles 9. The Big Picture 10. Think It Over 11. You’re To Blame 12. Feel 13. Stone 14. Distance (Bonus Track) |
Writing all of the songs and performing all of the instrumentation and vocals for the debut album, Wolfgang Van Halen set out to establish his own musical identity. From the rocking opening guitar riff on album opener Mr. Ed to the driving bass and drums on album closer Stone, Mammoth WVH showcases the various musical influences that have inspired Wolfgang. Songs like Resolve, The Big Picture and Think It Over are all sonically different from each other but unique to what Mammoth WVH is. Mammoth WVH made their television performance debuts of the first single Distance last month as an electric performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and an exclusive acoustic arrangement on NBC News TODAY.
Connect with Mammoth WVH at: mammothwvh.com, facebook.com/MammothWVH, instagram.com/mammothwvh, twitter.com/MammothWVH and youtube.com/mammothwvh.
About Mammoth WVH:
First impressions last a lifetime. Wolfgang Van Halen has prepared a lifetime to make his first impression with his solo band Mammoth WVH. The songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist worked tirelessly on material that would become his debut album – scheduled for release in 2021 via EX1 Records as a part of his partnership with Explorer1 Music Group. 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, Wolfgang prepares to step into the spotlight with his own brand – Mammoth WVH – for the very first time now.
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I never really realized how much Wolfie looks like Chumlee! 😉 Good song, familiar music, but I like it! Really like the album cover 😉 Only March, but from what I’ve heard so far definitely a candidate for album of the year! – never happen though, Rock is now excluded in America…
The video you might be thinking of is “Coming Up” by Paul McCartney (1980).
RTunes68,
I know you are bringing up the video for means of comparison, but despite being a huge Beatles fan, that song is terrible-LOL!
Bingo! That’s the video! I think there is also a more recent video from somebody else who had the same idea, bugging me that I can’t remember!
Wolfie is a great talent, and the video is very clever.
I’m not really a fan of Alanis Morissette, but Wolfie’s video kinda reminds me of the “Ironic” video, – same person playing different characters. And I know there was another one, just can’t think of it at the moment…
Alanis who? 😉 Whiny as the day is long, at least Wolfie can sing and play every instrument.
Absolutely, totally agree! I was just comparing a similar video idea of the same artist playing different “characters.” And again, I know somebody else did that, just can’t remember who…
Wolfie’s album already got my vote for album of the year, not that my vote counts 😉
Didn’t know what to expect, but I liked it. I would call it modern melodic rock.
I know this is a little late, but Doug could you be thinking about the Foo Fighters- Learning to Fly video?
Dave Grohl & Taylor Hawkins play a few different characters each in that video, and that’s what I was thinking when watched Wolf’s video.
I think these songs from WVH are really good and can’t wait to hear more.
Thank you, Rob! That’s the one! I can’t believe I couldn’t remember the video, I mean, I love the Foo’s, love that song, and that video! I guess maybe because it’s been a long time since I seen the video is the reason why I couldn’t remember.
Don’t want to relive the dreary 90s, but I’m sure Eddie would have got a kick outta the video. Songs are great and looking forward to getting the album. He does come from a family of musicians, and actors, he coulda have gone either way. Eddie did have a small part in Robocop.
Everything I’m hearing so far has been great, really looking forward to getting this album.