Wolfgang Van Halen stepped into the spotlight carrying a legacy that could crush most. But instead of crumbling under the weight of his last name, he’s built something entirely his own — and “The Spell” is proof.
He’s not coasting on a famous surname. He didn’t ask for the comparisons, but he’s met them head-on, grinding his way to credibility with undeniable talent and hard work. A one-man force of nature, Wolfgang handles every instrument on this track — and he sings his ass off, too.
“The Spell” is a thunderous statement: heavy and riff-driven, but still packed with hooks and melody. It’s accessible without losing its edge, and the more you listen, the more you’ll uncover — layered riffs, slick drum fills, and melodic details that stick with you.
Wolfgang continues to move away from formulaic modern rock. He’s fearless in his approach — riff-first, groove-heavy, and never afraid to let the music take the lead. And with the release of the “The Spell” video — again showing him playing everything — longtime visual partner Gordy De St. Jeor adds an extra level of polish.
The song comes ahead of Mammoth’s third album, The End, due October 24 via BMG. Clocking in at a tight 39 minutes over 10 tracks, the album marks a new chapter in Wolfgang’s songwriting evolution. Produced by Michael “Elvis” Baskette and recorded at the iconic 5150 Studios, The End is poised to push Mammoth further into their own sonic orbit.
Tracklisting for The End:
- One Of A Kind
- The End
- Same Old Song
- The Spell
- I Really Wanna
- Happy
- Better Off
- Something New
- Selfish
- All In Good Time
Pre-order the album now in exclusive formats including limited-edition colored vinyl and signed inserts: Mammoth.lnk.to/TheEndAlbum
About Mammoth WVH
GRAMMY®-nominated songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Wolfgang Van Halen has rapidly carved Mammoth into one of hard rock’s most exciting modern acts. He’s a one-man band with a stadium-sized sound — laying down drums, bass, keys, guitar, and vocals with jaw-dropping precision.
From the explosive debut Mammoth WVH, which hit #12 on the Billboard 200 and delivered two #1 rock radio hits, to the critically acclaimed Mammoth II, Wolfgang has proven he’s not just carrying the torch — he’s forging a new path with it.
He’s topped charts, played with Metallica, Pantera, and Foo Fighters, and made high-profile appearances from Jimmy Kimmel Live! to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Now, with The End on the horizon, Mammoth WVH isn’t just living up to expectations — they’re blowing them away.
