Wolfgang Van Halen & Garrett Whitlock Break Down A Mammoth WVH Show

Wolfgang Van Halen & Garrett Whitlock are here to break down a Mammoth WVH live show! From discussing Wolf’s drum recording process at the legendary 5150 Van Halen studio to Garrett's skilled execution of the studio drum parts in a live setting, join them as they dive into the intricacies of drumming for Mammoth WVH.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:22 - Building A Setlist
02:52 - Recording Drums
03:50 - Recording With Alex Van Halen’s Drum Gear
04:28 - Garrett's Approach To Playing Drum Parts
05:33 - "Right?" (Song Breakdown)
08:23 - Influences & Learning Drums From Eddie Van Halen
10:08 - "Optimist" (Song Breakdown)
11:30 - "Epiphany" (Song Breakdown)
13:47 - How Garrett Joined Mammoth WVH
15:22 - "Take A Bow" (Song Breakdown)
17:30 - "Another Celebration At The End Of The World" (Song Breakdown)
20:38 - Wrap-Up
20:51 - Outro
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[@BrandonToews]

Wolf and Garrett are beasts!🤘🏻Thanks for having us!

[@garywebb5058]

Tell you what, anyone sleeping on Mammoth is making a mistake. These guys are bad ass! Saw them at Bogart’s 3/1/24. They sound incredible live! Put on a helluva a show🔥🔥🔥I’m so glad Wolf is being his own man. His father was 1,000% correct about Wolf’s talent. He is the true definition of a musician. What can’t he do? !!!!!!

[@thefonzkiss]

Fit into an XXL shirt.

[@biorythmicshifter]

How do you get out from under your legendary guitarist father’s shadow?…you kill it on every instrument. Eddie did a good job of nurturing Wolf to become his own man. Such a likable personality as well…

[@joefilipelli3867]

Can't forget his mom either...

[@TheDmonet]

Agreed. With how messed up so many LA celebrity kids are and how messed up Eddie was for big chunks of wolf's childhood....Val is a good mom.

[@mjones2k7]

i love how Wolf just casually whips out Bleed

[@astrog7361]

Yeah ikr, just plays it like it’s nothing haha. Got a massive kick out of that

[@russellzauner]

but everyone knows bleed lol *brappataptapbrapupupubap*

[@munton5150]

And he looked super relaxed too- almost bored haha

[@Curtis.720]

Garrett Whitlock is an underrated monster behind the kit. Love his work with tremonti, incredible footwork on those albums he played on!

[@tylerpatterson4787]

Absolutely he’s a monster drummer

[@redrumash]

I miss him style on Tremonti.

[@TheRemizinho]

This kid is pure gold, I can’t stop listening to these albums! Go Wolf, amazing job!

[@encryptor6710]

Ive been wanting to see Wolf do some drumming for a while now. Wolf needs to start filming his studio sessions on his next album. People would LOVE that.....at least I would.

[@matcoffidis1135]

"We'd swoop in to save him" LOL. What a down to earth guy. Dad would be proud...❤✌️

Wolfie really gives me hope for the future of rock music. He's one of the musicians who can really carry the torch, not many like him in his generation. So much originality and great writing.

[@sythe77]

🤣🤣🤣

[@OrbvsTomarvm]

very very impressed. not riding the coattails of his famous relatives; complete and fully rounded individual in his own right. and incredibly humble. mammoth is now on my radar 👍🏻

[@sythe77]

🤣

[@FireBladeRR-RSP]

As they should be!!! 🎸⚡️🎸👍🏻✌🏻

[@smartrn1]

GW was a monster on the first Tremonti solo record. Just sick.

[@dapsign]

SO fun to see and hear Wolf play drums! And Garrett is a total badass. I just saw them live (again) a few nights ago and it was AMAZING. If folks can swing it, go see Mammoth, you won’t be disappointed.

[@user-nv2gw1tt5o]

THANK YOU WOLFIE! Your dad and uncle changed my life for the better. They were the soundtrack to my childhood. So glad you are continuing with such great music of your own. All the best!

[@andymelendez9757]

Wow! As a father I had some tears. Happy and Sad. Edward is smiling

[@th3m1ke]

I hold Wolf in the highest regard as a musician and writer but I did NOT have him casually pulling out "Bleed" on the kit with ease on my bingo card for the day.

[@scottwade820]

This was great! I first saw Wolf play as a young teen having no idea he could play the drums. And boy can he play! He oozes talent and I look forward to whatever he puts out next.

[@drop830]

Wolf is definitely a musical genius. His songs have so much feel and punch. Not everyone can write a good song. This guy writes multiple per album. I just wish he could have came out in the 70s or the 80s. He would be a rock God.

[@acason4]

Wolf is a monster. Incredible musician, singer & songwriter. His new album Mammoth II is a big push forward & have some amazing tracks!

[@JearBear1138]

I did a lesson with Garrett 10 years ago when he was still with Tremonti and it was a blast! Definitely has a great playing style!

[@stevewade2535]

Been an admirer of Garrett for many years and it's about time he started getting some exposure for the work he's done. Be nice to see the next Mammoth album with him playing the drums on the recording.

[@harku123]

Great musicians and seem like really great chill people to hang with

[@tinawidmann8973]

Ah! Thank you for touching on Optimist!! One of my favorites off of Mammoth II. I love the drums in it!! Looking forward to seeing Mammoth in May!

[@julielarson1361]

My favorite as well. Saw them live in December, and they did not disappoint. Enjoy!

[@mdgsdg1152]

Saw them in Dallas a few months ago and they about blew the doors off the place. Wolfie seems like the coolest, most genuine person, and DAMN what a tight band 🔥

[@johnobrien5150]

I was blessed to be able to see Mammoth this past November in Boston. They were absolutely phenomenal start to finish if you get the chance to go see them while they’re out on tour I wholeheartedly recommend that you do you will not be disappointed. They are that good.

[@timothyweiss619]

Wolf, you like the perfect guy to be drumming for. Your just so laid back in your approach to the band and the players in it. Take Care Now

[@kevinsimon6546]

Carrying on the VH Tradition, BRAVO!

[@user-px9gt8ug2z]

Love Wolfgang and his band can’t wait for the next show

[@beverlysmith6539]

I wish rock would be mainstream again! Growing up in the 70's and 80's was awesome! The music! The concerts! Best time of our lives with the best bands and their music as the soundtrack of our lives! Rock on!!!

[@wheelz23]

Loved when Garrett jammed with Submersed. Another gem of a band from the past.

[@wilkinsnl]

I was hoping you’d have him on. Incredible musician and his albums are so well done.

[@SteveForteGMR]

That's borderline unfair to have that amount of talent in a band, let alone in one person. Have seen him live once, and that's enough for me to know the band must be putting on amazing shows.

[@AnthemUnanthemed]

none of this is talent its effort, if u also had the time to put in the work you could get there too

[@SteveForteGMR]

@@AnthemUnanthemed there is that. But also Wolfgang has the added genetics of amazing showmanship and musical ability 😁

[@keithpratt1849]

They are a great, great show.Booyah!! With Wolfgang it is like you are at his house for a while the band is rocking out. Very cool, down to earth talent. I became a fan when when Van Halen did there first tour for their first album. Now to be a fan of Wolfie is great.

[@scotthenthorn]

Wolf writes incredible parts and Garrett is an absolute monster live.

[@TheMurphination]

JUST saw these guys Wednesday night at the Paramount, what an amazing freaking show they put on

[@Terry_Dale]

What a telent, and he is just getting started! Go Wolf.

[@themikefasano]

Garrett and Wolf such a great team! Well done fellas! 👊🥁🤘

[@MaryDean-oc9vc]

I was at the Seattle show! It was cool to see a glimpse of me in the footage. It was an incredible show. I was lucky enough to come home with a set list handed to me by Frank Sidoris. I love Mammoth WVH!!!🎸❤️

[@Skeware]

Garret was incredibly good at Tremonti, and felt sad that he left. But then when I discovered that he is playing with Wolf, that made me feel better, I love what they're doing. Great episode here, I could watch hours of them showing how they play stuff on drums. I want to watch them playing live in my area :)

[@TheStretch68]

The band is the best rock band I've seen in a long time. The next Foo Fighters type stadium band. I've seen them twice last year and so good to see a REAL band playing rock with no tracks or other BS. You guys are in for a nice ride!

[@xStabizorz]

THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST

[@LuisMartinez-ux7xp]

Love You WOLF!!!! Looking forward to seeing a live show!!!!

[@johnnyresistance]

That was killer, thanks guys. Wolf is a super talented and chilled out guy.

[@GeraltofRivia5150]

Wow, something in the Van Halen genes for sure. Lets hope Wolf has some little Van Halens to carry on the family name and make more kick ass bands. 🤘 RIP King Edward.

[@shawnhyland2999]

Don’t back down is my favorite track

[@duanelawrence78]

Very cool I loved it thanks for having them on with Drumeo!!✌️🇺🇲

[@user-nu5lf4lg2k]

Great post. That whole group is tight. We have seen them 3 times. Lots of fun. Garrett is such a nice dude

[@rayhwilson]

Friggen love this talent. So awesome.

[@LPFreak64]

Garrett is one of my top favorite drummers. I loved him in Tremonti and he's even better in Mammoth MVH!

[@FireBladeRR-RSP]

Wolfie is no doubt a talent of a generation!! ⚡️🎸⚡️🎸⚡️⚡️🎸

[@simopal1346]

I saw these 2 guys touring with Mark Tremonti for the all I was tour then Mammoth opened for Alter Bridge in 2022 and they are absolute monsters

[@chuckcostantino4762]

Garrett has come along way since submersed. Such a great drummer

[@tonys.7072]

PLEASE DO MORE OF THESE!!!

[@brandenwilson4378]

I love me some Mammoth WVH!

[@kecmv]

Just saw them in Cincinnati! Awesome show!

[@jorgeocampo1794]

First, let me say I’m a guitar player, but I find your vignettes / shorts, incredibly entertaining and insightful. Keep up the great work.

[@danblackford3389]

What a dude wolf is,can probably play every instrument,nice!!!

[@sweetwilliam5150]

probably?? lol

[@CharlieShepard]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this content! more like this.

[@Titocore71]

Rock And Roll Prince! Love it!

[@prflodrum7287]

Great interview, Brandon! Hopefully one of these days Wolfgang will Show up at the Drumeo studio to break down his drum parts more in depth and perhaps give him a drum ( never heard ) track challenge!

[@darklordlc]

The first time I heard the new album, I was blown away by the drum performance. He took it to another level. Cheers.

[@jamesmessina4505]

This is awesome!! Love these guys,what a team !! Both records are great!! Thanks Drumeo!!

[@grachisol8236]

Yes!!!! I love these guys!

[@thundersnare]

That seattle show was my first time seeing Mammoth, and they were absolutely amazing. Wolf, what a great musician!! Garrett just killed it on that gorgeous DW kit! I can’t wait to see them again!

[@al.r9280]

Love you guys!!! See you again when you get back to MPLS MN!

[@SoMyungJung]

WVH is one of the most complete musician / songwriter So cool.

[@brandongorman560]

WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Rules 🎸🎶🥁🎶🤘

[@lucasimmons075]

Him saying "Everyone knows Bleed" and then cutting to him playing it perfectly was such a great editing moment

[@MarkMS550]

That was just awesome ❤

[@coreywhitacre6581]

Wolf is the future of rock 🤘🏻. Dude has a knack for writing catchy songs with killer riffs and drum parts.

[@stevenfederico2594]

I’ve been trying to master the drums for 40 years I love these people who aren’t even drummers and just make it look like the simplest thing I’ve ever seen and then play guitar and bass on top of that. I got ripped off on DNA.

[@craigmead3484]

Battle of the bands two thousand dos. Greatest line in any video ever. Wolf, keep doing your own thing. I respect you more than if you rode your dads coat tails. You are an amazing artist. I just wish you would have called DLR a frog lol.

[@beister21]

Saw Wolf with vh at jones beach, kicked ass, luv his solo work gonna have to see him live again, viva Long Island, ny

[@SteveRicardo777]

This was an Awesome watch!!! These 2 musicians are amazing.

[@williamturner9107]

Saw Mammoth last year! So cool, and I love the energy

[@BG-fy5vd]

Hell yeah this was fucking awesome!

[@JeeliBeeli]

MAMMOTH!? My favorite artist , I couldn't believe my eyes

[@dawnfaller4535]

It was super cool to see them live in Toronto 🇨🇦 last November with Nita Strauss….legendary!

[@johnpaikopoulos7691]

This was awesome! Well done guys! 👏🏽🤘🏾

[@fvg6421]

Wolf has totally embraced all of his father's gifts!

[@cburton8530]

AND Uncle's

[@kathleenhardy4011]

Love them! Such talented, nice guys. I’ve honestly not watched any videos breaking down the drum parts in songs, and this was really interesting.

[@zeke1667]

Wolf & Garret are great drummers! In 2005, Garrett was drumming for Submersed & I was drumming for Breaking Point. Both bands were signed to Wind-up Records & toured together. He was a beast at 20 yrs old!

[@iankreguar8959]

We needed this video!

[@Ryan-zi1pz]

This was awesome. I get blown away seeing what other drummers can do.

[@MrAnimal47]

Such creative, cool and crazy drum parts! 😮

[@johnfrederick6164]

Thanks drumeo very cool video absolutely love wolf and mammoth

[@user-nv2gw1tt5o]

His guitar teacher was Eddie Van Halen. His drum teacher was Alex Van Halen. WTF???? This young man amazes at every turn

[@brownbuddhavideos]

Michael Anthony teaches bass and David Lee Roth, Sammy Hagar, and Michael Anthony as vocal coaches. That’s the Julliard of Rock.

[@user-nv2gw1tt5o]

@@brownbuddhavideos not quite the Juilliard but definitely professional. Roth was NOT a great vocalist. Never was

[@ObsidianLife]

Wolf is SUCH a beast!!!

[@walterevans2118]

One thing I remember about Wolf playing bass in the VH days from the bootleg dvd footage was he very much put his own stamp on it different from Mike Anthony like doing fast octave jumps on the neck on the Bass/drums intro on ‘So This is Love’….And locking in with his Dad an octave lower on the intro of ‘Chinatown’ while switching from tapping /releasing to a capo to jettison it to continue from the nut.

[@angrybearfishing6268]

Eddie is relaxing on his well earned throne smiling down on his prodigy. Such a nice young musician who learned what it takes to make awesome music. Proof the Apple didn't fall far from the tree.

[@walterevans2118]

Amazing scene to visualise …Uncle Alex letting Wolf try out all his historical snare drums and Wolf finding the ones that work best for his particular way of playing.

[@clausm2203]

Great interview and Big fan of his drumming and bass playing and great solo band

[@drumfanatik316]

Love this! I’m glad to see him putting out great music! Saving rock n roll! That being said, I’ll be the one to say this, I’m very concerned about his health! It’s very taxing on a persons body being in a touring band, and even more taxing when you’re carrying excess pounds! I love Wolf and only wish him the best!

[@stevejohnson6032]

Enjoyed this a lot!

[@JeeliBeeli]

Seen them twice and I'm going to see them a 3rd time soon. Absolutely kiiler music

[@sirdrumalot1]

Great video, they obviously have a load of respect for each other. That bridge in Epiphany is a bit of a beast to play well, sounds simple but takes a lot of concentration to nail!🤘🤘

[@brownsfan7753]

Love this!!!

[@shalombondar177]

The irony is that bleed was probably inspired by hot for teacher in some way.

[@robertsands5837]

Wolf is an amazing talent and his pop would be proud.

[@Pij0902]

Garrett is an amazing drummer!

[@user-dt5il1hp3l]

Such a talented musician.

[@SixStringSteveDelivers]

This is a great look into how things work in Wolf's musical mind.