Rock music legend and guitar innovator Eddie Van Halen of Van Halen died six years ago today, October 6th, 2020, from complications from his long battle with cancer and related illnesses. The most iconic guitar player to come along since Jimi Hendrix, Van Halen’s signature style and sound have influenced several generations of guitarists and bands. In the years since his death, we have seen countless tributes to his greatness, especially by Eddie’s son Wolf Van Halen, and his band, Mammoth, and Alex Van Halen’s book Brothers, plus his new book in 2026.
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Eddie Van Halen Died Five Years Ago Today
Rock music legend and guitar innovator Eddie Van Halen of Van Halen died five years ago today, October 6th, 2020, from complications from his long battle with cancer and related illnesses. Van Halen continues to be one of the greatest legacy American Rock bands. Van Halen’s signature eighties song “Jump” passed the billion mark in streaming earlier this year, among other accolades that continue to grow. In the years since his death, we have seen countless tributes to his greatness, especially by Eddie’s son Wolf Van Halen, and his band, Mammoth, and Alex Van Halen’s book Brothers.
Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth WVH Shares a New Single and Video for “Another Celebration At The End Of The World” – New Album incoming
Mammoth WVH, led by Hard Rock royalty Wolf Van Halen, is back with its second album Mammoth II. The 10-track record will be available worldwide on August 4th via the band’s new label, BMG. Recorded at the legendary 5150 studio, the album was produced by friend and collaborator Michael “Elvis” Baskette. Mammoth II is available for pre-order in multiple configurations at the link below. Check out the first single and video for “Another Celebration At The End Of The World!”


