Wolf Van Halen’s Tornado of Tapping on “Take a Bow”

Wolf Van Halen’s Tornado of Tapping on “Take a Bow” | Shred with Shifty

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3 ай бұрын

Being born into rock royalty doesn’t make you a rock star-you’ve gotta earn it with your own chops. And whether it’s the classical pedigree of his first name or the hard-rock infamy of his surname, Wolfgang Van Halen has a long lineage to live up to. As he displays on this episode of Shred With Shifty, he’s more than up to the task.
Wolf joins Shifty to teach the blistering, tap-heavy solo for his song “Take a Bow,” from 2023’s Mammoth II. It follows in his dad’s footsteps, sure, but it also shows Wolf has a voice and vision of his own-both of which are just as potent and theatrical as his father’s.
Wolf treats us to a tour of his new signature semi-hollowbody EVH model, the SA126, with details from EVH managing director Matt Bruck. But he doesn’t hold out on the family jewels: Wolf shares the story of his father’s iconic Frankenstein Strat and brings it on the show, with some extra dirt on his dad’s journey from Marshalls to his signature Peavey 5150 amps. When Shifty asks who’s stewarding his father’s invaluable gear, Wolf eases our concerns: “If the world ended, they would still be okay,” he grins.
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@user-fv5yo5fi5c 2 ай бұрын

This is one sweet kid. He's so laid back and I love how he keeps "dad" right there on his front page. Very cool Wolfie

@Anjohl 2 ай бұрын

He's incredible. And you can feel his dad's love emanating from him even now!

@robertkirk6250 2 ай бұрын

Of course.She's gonna keep dad.On the front page that's a major selling point for his friend.He's at yvonne halen's son second only to randy rhodes

@gibletofnh4589 2 ай бұрын

Wow as a beginner Guitar player I love Wolf! TY PG~!

@billmoran935 2 ай бұрын

I’m liking how friendly and personable he is. Parents raised a very special man. Wolfie, please don’t change

@GoogleSucksass-bc2vv Ай бұрын

Seems like a good kid. And I love that he's standing on his on business.... He's not just some spoiled "Hollywood" 'kid.... Spending Daddys fortune and name dropping his way to some sort of pseudo fame. He's passionate about his music, extremely talented, and has his own style apart from his Pops. But you can absolutely hear Eddie in his playing.😊😊😊😊 I look forward to watching him grow musically and see where his journey takes him

@luisvillarreal5262 2 ай бұрын

It’s sweet to see how Wolf “Hugs” his Dad’s Frankenstein guitar, because of how precious the guitar is and means to him, as if he were hugging his father. 😢🙂 Great guy, Wolf is. 🎸🤘🏼👍🏻

@mclinlin39 Ай бұрын

😊😅😊

@77blueWater 2 ай бұрын

Every time I watch a Wolf video I become a bigger fan. What a great talent he is.

@minisurfbanana 2 ай бұрын

Man the way that he holds that Frankstrat shows how he misses his dad😭😭😭

@GuitarTimeWithBillyC 2 ай бұрын

You can feel that. Great kid.

@odaatchris1 Ай бұрын

Me too

@blackfishgaming7145 2 ай бұрын

What a humble kid. Ed and Valerie done well.

@GuitarTimeWithBillyC 2 ай бұрын

For real.

@blackcatpr1970 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely!!!

@kellybeane7546 2 ай бұрын

He's awesome

@MrEyesof9 2 ай бұрын

@13:04 "you know what, why don't I just show you." NOW THAT brought a smile to this face!!

@francvernet307 2 ай бұрын

It actually brought tears to my eyes, seeing the Original Franky like that, in Wolf’s hands. Felt like he was holding something dear to him.

@80sbandsrock 2 ай бұрын

hugging his dads guitar got me

@GuitarTimeWithBillyC 2 ай бұрын

@@80sbandsrock me too! Funny how something like that can stir that emotion.

@VandMsCrazyFunhouse 2 ай бұрын

@@80sbandsrockRight?😢

@doncampbell7468 2 ай бұрын

I have an early 2007 FENDER Frankie... really got to do some comparisons while he was holding the original I'll tell you what people can say what they want about it being overpriced or whatever but I bought a piece of history when I bought it!!!I play it every day and the craftsmanship is so close to the original I could barely find any differences... it sits by my bed gets played every day!!!

@romestant 2 ай бұрын

Every time I learn more about Wolf , I find new things to like about him. He's such a positive person and seems overall a great dude. Also Mammoth is incredible.

@bmckee5430 2 ай бұрын

Class act. I love that Wolf has no problem talking about & embracing his dad's legacy while remaining his own person & musicianship. His understanding of the situation and humility will go a long way in his career. And oh - he's a complete badass himself.

@brockvond1967 3 ай бұрын

Really appreciate how Wolf breaks down each part and explains how he put it all together. Best episode so far, and I'm not saying that because he answered my question!

@walterevans2118 2 ай бұрын

It was GREAT stuff.....Very thoughtful solo which sounds really free & easy the way he plays it....Real MOODY with feel. How his rhythm as a drummer means he knows exactly how he rhythmically places his fingertaps. Did you notice after a lot of his phrases how rapidly he would turn off the volume sustain by suddenly hitting the pickup selector switch on the top horn of his SA-126 ? ....My God, that's a tight operation. Sheer precision.

@MarvelJAM 2 ай бұрын

Wolf is easy to love. Undeniable that he is a huge talent. He turns rock star on it's head with all the smiles and positive vibes

@stomp43 2 ай бұрын

A frigging monster. Wolf is an awesome gracious guy. What an amazing ode to his Dad. And like Father like Son. Thanks Chris!

@noworriesimfijian 2 ай бұрын

Massive props to this guy. Not because of his last name but how many people write, and perform their songs completely on their own? He has carved his own path, while having to deflect haters who expect him to be a clone of his Dad, or those accusing him of riding on Van Halen’s coattails. Either which way he’s a tough man to beat, the best revenge is to be successful and let them eat crow. God bless Wolfgang and thanks Chris for another great interview.

@mrmatthew2443 2 ай бұрын

Pretty sure Dad wouldn’t have been ok with Wolfy being a clone .. Or should I say I’m pretty sure Ed encouraged him to take his own path musically.. not sure though I would love to hear someone ask Wolfgang that question…

@MusicWizard85 2 ай бұрын

I think you meant he writes and RECORDS all on his own. He doesn't perform on his own, he has a hired backing band because he obviously can't play everything he wrote on every instrument on stage at once.

@noworriesimfijian 2 ай бұрын

@@MusicWizard85 no $h!+ Sherlock

@MusicWizard85 2 ай бұрын

@@noworriesimfijian Then edit your comment and correct it jacka$$ because the way you currently have it worded as "write and perform" is WRONG. 🤡

@MusicWizard85 2 ай бұрын

@@noworriesimfijian Huh? You still have it worded wrong j@ck@$$...🤡

@johnathanhurd3561 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate how down to earth and sharing wolf is. Kudos to him, he seems like a good person and he's definitely got chops.

@sofiavillacis5242 2 ай бұрын

Love Wolfgang !! So talented and his passion for music . And love how he talks about Eddie by sayin , “dad” and, his respect and love for his dad. I finally saw Mammoth this past February . So amazing !! Take a bow , so cool in his playing .

@GuitarFuel 2 ай бұрын

This is pure gold! Take a bow solo is an absolute gem 💎! Thanks to you all for doing this!

@robertdouble559 2 ай бұрын

Softly spoken, humble and super talented. Top bloke. Chris is pretty suave too!

@91013442 2 ай бұрын

He is the combination of two wonderful people - looks so much like his mom and dad!

@cguitarallday 2 ай бұрын

This has become my favorite guitar show on here. Keep it up Shifty

@premierguitar 2 ай бұрын

Rock on!

@fredwerza3478 2 ай бұрын

I saw Wolf and Ed onstage together three times --- 2008, 2012, and 2015 --- you could tell Ed was in heaven playing music with his son!

@alshotrodgarage4779 26 күн бұрын

Glad Ed got to ruin his relationship with his longtime band mate to play on stage with his kid

@kkapoun 2 ай бұрын

It made my day watching this. As a parent I can only imagine how proud his father would be of what he’s become. Amazing, humble player.

@Pugsley_addams7 2 ай бұрын

wolf playing his guitar as a midi keyboard is just awesome ! love me some mammoth

@mikeporter4092 2 ай бұрын

This kid grew up around excellence. His dad and uncle. He seems incredibly humble for that upbringing.

@twitterjesus 2 ай бұрын

I cried the day your dad died, Rock music died with him and i knew it. Saying goodbye to 30 years of music is never easy. In his life he gave so much and in the end his only son. Happy Easter and thanks for living up to the challenge.

@mrmatthew2443 2 ай бұрын

Yes except to rock music dying with him., that’s an absurd statement though it was a massive loss ., Rock and Roll is alive and well .. and there are young guitar players that are going beyond Eddie … now is someone going to have as big an impact on rock guitar again is yet to be seen..

@twitterjesus 2 ай бұрын

@@mrmatthew2443 "for me"

@quevicular Ай бұрын

Sorry to say but Rock Music is still here. It didnt die brother just because eddie died. He was a legend but he had many many faults that a lot of people overlook. He wasnt a saint like most people put him up on a pedestal. So he could play guitar, great.

@elimarsilvanikock7818 2 ай бұрын

Wolfie the current Van Halen soldier keeping the legacy alive

@jritechnology 2 ай бұрын

I love Wolfie - so laid back, Pops is in the backseat because this kid has the wheel. I can't wait to see what he has in store for us in 2024, and I might be picking up on of his guitars.

@doncampbell7468 2 ай бұрын

Amazes me SO much that he writes SUCH INCREDIBLE music that sounds nothing like "dad"....he delivers something new...really shows the depth of talent that VH name carries!! Can't wait for more:)

@fasteddievh2072 2 ай бұрын

This is Epic! Showing the Frankenstein is sensory overload for us EVH nerds! Thank you Chris and Wolf! 🐺 5️⃣1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ =\//-/=🔥🤘👍

@israelmalveira9992 2 ай бұрын

Wolf is just the nicest guy ever.

@xGuitarInFlamesx 2 ай бұрын

Man I love when guitarrists are also drummers... their brain just works differently in the best possible way

@Rockr69747 2 ай бұрын

What a wonderful young man. So humble.

@monday6524 2 ай бұрын

A great show! I really love how Wolf embraces his heritage but also is on his own path. Great stuff!

@RobertSmith-lw2bx 3 ай бұрын

Great episode. Rock on Wolf.

@joemaldo7897 2 ай бұрын

The guitar is precious, not only has it been modified to produce a unique sound it was also designed and played by the greatest guitars ever.

@robgray4188 2 ай бұрын

Wow I never watched a Wolfgang interview before and listening to him play and talk he is a very nice and good natured guy. Very talented . Great watch here

@Nygle123 2 ай бұрын

“Don’t forget to breath. Relax. It’s ok, we’re just here having fun”. Pretty cool to see the pros sometimes feel the stress of getting the sounds out of their head and into the guitar too. Just like us mere mortals.

@KevinNolin 2 ай бұрын

This is one of the best shows on KZfaq for sure. It's also unfair how damn talented Wolfgang is.

@stevetruth2696 2 ай бұрын

The guy's a pure musician who is able to avoid the drama of the 'awe' effect he gets from his name. I bet he's a kick to just hang with.

@jasonbyas6150 2 ай бұрын

Chris and Wollfie, thank you for sharing these lessons! ❤🎸🎸💯

@Riffs79 2 ай бұрын

What a talented guitar player but most importantly what a great guy Wolf is! We need more WVH's in the World! As always Chris does a great job with interviews! Love this Show!

@pambannister4885 2 ай бұрын

Amazing wolfgang.I just love him. This was an awesome interview i have watched it a couple times.i love watching him play..be safe on the road wolfie. I cant wait to see you and your great band again..Your the best ❤️✌️

@leeshelton1230 2 ай бұрын

Went to see Mammoth supporting Slash at Wembley and they were amazing. So humble with it. Really hope they go from strength to strength

@OeHomestead 2 ай бұрын

Oh man, that 126 looks schweet. I love how Wolfie is carrying on the brand, and making awesome music, just like his dad. Hats off to the dude.

@tomdelaney419 2 ай бұрын

Wolfie is just always a sweet gentleman that is so easy to root for...his music is awesome and he's so freaking talented

@JAH0114 2 ай бұрын

Wolfie Rocks!! 🙌🏻🔥🔥🔥… take a bow guitar solo my fav!!! So talented!! Your pop would be so proud of all you have accomplished✌🏻RIP EVH 🙏🏻

@sheldonartforms Ай бұрын

thanks shifty, luv what wolf has grown into. i first met Ed in 82 at the rainbow bar and grill. he sent me to guitar center on the strip to get his first endorsed guitar. kramer before floyd. great guitar but the locking nut had six screws. the high e always popped. early crash test. then when floyd was invented i installed it while in japan. wolf, your dad was a man with the biggest heart and was real.

@Thrashsquatch 2 ай бұрын

"It's called music theory, not music fact... there are no rules." E. Van Halen GREAT stuff, Shifty... Wolfy is a beast! I love this channel. Cheers!!

@led-head4765 2 ай бұрын

His dad had to be proud of what kind of great individual musician and person he was becoming.

@FocusedwithGK 2 ай бұрын

Being that I grew up on Van Halen, It's weird for me to see his mom and his dad within his smile! It's so cool to see him grow as an individual and an artist without leaning too hard on his dad's legacy. I legit play his music everytime I go to the gym or I need to get pumped before a gig. Keep doing what ya doing! :)

@mikewrightify 2 ай бұрын

What a great personality wolfy is awesome

@DeputyVanHalen5150 2 ай бұрын

Wolfgang is amazing, an astronomically talented musician/guitarist. Seems like a very good guy too. Feels to me like he carries a piece of his dad with him when he plays or I hear him speak. That's beyond special, I bet his dad looks down on Wolf with pride. ✝️ What a treat this video is. Thank you both. 😁🎸👍🏻

@elmolewis9123 2 ай бұрын

A very intelligent and well-spoken individual... and a monster guitarist.

@douglasdog1 2 ай бұрын

Fun to hear how Ed treated the Frankenstein. Its relatable. I still have my first Fender Strat that I saved up for, a 95 thats still going . Its been tossed and dropped, modded like crazy, routed out, different bridges, pickups,three different necks on it, different biologics living on it 🤢etc..and I’m not worried about anything with that guitar, a new dent or scratch is just that. Of course I’m not Eddie or breaking new grounds in guitar design/playing and no one cares about my guitar, but perhaps it was all the same to him. Just a good old guitar.

@rayprevailer8454 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic! Having a knowledge of drums as a guitar player has a huge influence on timing and creative technique. Loved this.!

@scottkramer7431 2 ай бұрын

It's amazing you get to hang out with these legends of Rock. Thanks for bringing it to us.

@tommytorres5825 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. I love how Wolf has done his own music, and is open to letting the fans into his dad's world. So much respect for him and you for this. I support Mammoth and hope for much success for him. Thanks a ton!

@patwest8304 2 ай бұрын

Chris you are freakin' adorable! And thanks for such an amazing interview with Wolfie! What a sweet and humble and funny and talented young man. FANTASTIC interview and as always I can't wait for the next! Love how you teased Dave and Pat a few weeks ago--looking SOOOOO forward to that!

@JeffBisCamp 2 ай бұрын

Awesome !! Wolfgang is a great Dude !! Another Great Episode !! 🤘😎🤘🌴☀️🔥🎸🔥🎸🔥🎸 Cheers

@k9kramer 2 ай бұрын

What a cool Dude! Love the way he mentions his dad often. Enjoyed that interview.

@lovewords 2 ай бұрын

the way Wolf hugs the Frankenstrat made me choke up a bit ❤🥲

@shellefishgirl 29 күн бұрын

A WVH interview is always such a joy to watch. He is so dang likeable and unbelievably talented.

@Rockon.4321 2 ай бұрын

There is not really to much to say about Wolfgang Vanhalen, That has pretty much already been said, Really what more can anybody really say? Just a great all around class act!!!! Thanks, Wolfgang!!!! 💯🔥

@froblivion8284 2 ай бұрын

Really great interview & so cool to see The Frankenstein in Wolfs hands. He’s an amazing musician & such a chill guy. Eddie is no doubt so so proud of him. Long may he rock 🤘💪🤘

@e.l.norton 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic interview! Man, if only his Pop was still with us to walk us through a breakdown of one of his tunes in such a cool, relaxed way.

@secerto Ай бұрын

I love the way these guys are real and down to earth. Great to watch.

@TheStretch68 2 ай бұрын

One of the most talented guys around. The band is great live.

@nickwelch8057 2 ай бұрын

Wolfie is awesome, Chris is awesome, great conversation!

@MattTee1975 5 күн бұрын

The more I see of Wolf, the more I really like the guy. What a sweet, solid man he turned out to be.

@JohnnyBeane 2 ай бұрын

Looking forward to this!

@kevinsteinberg6354 2 ай бұрын

Definitely the most iconic guitar in history. If you dont know this guitar then you dont know true rock and roll history.

@michaelthompson3286 2 ай бұрын

Great stuff, what an incredibly talented and humble kid of a legend 🤘🏼

@lindaguertin7711 2 ай бұрын

TY TY TY ...I ALWAYS WANTED TO SEE , THAT GUITAR ......THANKS FOR SHARING , bless you may you have good health ....tytyty...

@MrMikerk 2 ай бұрын

Amazing Wolfie 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸

@robertjones5669 2 ай бұрын

Such a down to earth real person! Amazing!

@seaarebee5417 2 ай бұрын

A class act and product of true love

@ezze7540 Ай бұрын

I'm proud of Wolf, he's been through a lot in life and pulled through quite well. Well done, Valerie!

@Heavenreck 2 ай бұрын

Amazing episode. Love how great Wolfs playing is and what him and the guys at EVH are doing with the brand. Excited for the SA126 need to add it to my ever growing EVH collection.

@padbender2972 2 ай бұрын

The Wolfman cometh...what a player and nice dude.

@ColinsBackingTracks 2 ай бұрын

This was such an amazing video. When he ever pulled out his dad’s guitar!!!!

@SecretSpots 2 ай бұрын

Love you Wolfie! Thanks for keeping your dad's spirit going!

@hexedriffsstudio 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic episode as always. Love these. Chris is a brilliant host & the guests are always so chilled/fun. Hope this goes for years!!

@shawscustomguitarservicess1270 2 ай бұрын

THE BEST show on KZfaq ! Thank you for having Wolfie on ! Two of the nicest cats in rock & roll. Gid bless both of you and I hope your futures are brighter than either of you could ever imagine. Thank you guys.

@garland1049 Ай бұрын

Take a Bow is my FAVORITE. Love you, Wolf!!!

@ToddTheJoker 2 ай бұрын

So cool, I feel like I am eavesdropping on two awesome guitarplayers talkinhg about music! no egos, just great guys ta;ling about guitar solos,I love it! THANK YOU Chris and Wolfgang!

@Mickcotton 2 ай бұрын

This was Fantastic ❤ Thank You Both So Much 🥂🤘🤟

@Tmac327 Ай бұрын

I absolutely LOVE this song and especially the solo! Wolf is such an amazing person and musician! I am so glad we have him and his music to carry on his legacy and doing it in his own way! God Bless Wolf and the Van Halen Family!

@hornsbykid 2 ай бұрын

Love Wolfie!!! Great episode

@user-Brianvh5150bp Ай бұрын

So cool having Wolfgang on he is so chill good mix on his solos really cool he used his dad's techniques on his playing.

@Libertyandjusticeforallusa Ай бұрын

If I didn't know who he was , is be in such respect for his genuinely humble and awesome personality. Keep it real wolf. Thanks shifty

@hardypahardypa1 2 ай бұрын

Merci Wolf for doing this!!!!! Bravo for what you do!!!!!

@jayt717 2 ай бұрын

Killer solo…love it, love the song.🤘🏼

@ThomasPatricks 2 ай бұрын

This interview is a banger! I have been nerding on this solo since release of the album.

@jayjayripoff 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for asking my question Shifty, and thank you for answering Wolfie. 😎🤘

@CyclopsGuitars8642 2 ай бұрын

One of the best channels on KZfaq

@PeterDAmoreMusic 2 ай бұрын

So articulate, thanks! I love Wolf’s prog influence and I hope his new music gets even more proggier and wierder !❤. love it all though! ✌🏻

@iaincrawford5472 Ай бұрын

Great to see Wolf carrying on the Van Halen legacy 🤟 🎸

@rayfromvegas 2 ай бұрын

great interview 👌 thanks Wolfie for sharing ... I have to say AT 16 playing with your Dad and your Uncle you killed it on the Bass and have come this far on your own. What an accomplishment! Keep it going.

@brianrollins7275 2 ай бұрын

That was incredible. Nice job and thanks for sharing. Wish the best for both of you. Be safe out there on the road.

@bldallas 2 ай бұрын

Killer episode! Man, life this show! Great job, y’all.

@user-wy9ep8kq1f Ай бұрын

Wolfgang, yes you have your dad's influences in your playing, however you have your very own style which I love and respect. You are also so humble as well. I wish you lots of luck and especially love, as a guitarist myself, with your music career. Chris, I just happened upon this podcast. I didn't know you had one. Props to you. Great job.

@foto21 2 ай бұрын

It's great that Wolf is actually capable of continuing from where his father left off, not saying exceeding him AT ALL, but he is coming up with some cool stuff.