Wolfgang Van Halen on Choosing Peter Gabriel Classic for His Wedding Song: “One of My Dad’s Favorites”
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Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth WVH recently performed on NBC’s Today show, and in a heartwarming moment, cameras captured his mom, actress Valerie Bertinelli, and fiancée, Andraia Allsop, cheering on the band from the sidelines.
Speaking with Heavy Consequence, Wolfgang said the Today show performance was “one of the most nerve-wracking things ever.”
“I hadn’t slept at all, because we were up so early,” he added. “So, it was just kind of one big dream. It was an insane opportunity, where you’re just kind of playing, and you turn to your right and Al Roker is sitting there watching. Very, very crazy. But yeah, my mom and and my fiancée have just been so wonderful. They’re definitely the people I rely on and lean on. Just having them there to support me was really special.”
During that Today appearance, Wolfgang mentioned that he was getting married in a matter of weeks, and his fiancée revealed that the Peter Gabriel classic “In Your Eyes” would be their wedding song. As to what made the two of them choose that song, Wolfgang explained that Gabriel is not only a favorite of the couple, but was also a favorite of his late father, the legendary Eddie Van Halen.
“Peter Gabriel is one of our favorite artists,” Wolfgang told us. “There’s a concert before our wedding that we’re going to see that’s Peter Gabriel, because he’s on tour right now and he’s just one of our favorite artists. So is one of my favorite albums of all time, and it was one of my dad’s favorite albums of all time. So, I’ve just had a connection with Peter Gabriel and his music forever, and simultaneously, my fiancée [is a fan], as well. So, we couldn’t think of a better song.”
Stay tuned for Heavy Consequence‘s full interview with Wolfgang Van Halen, in which he discusses his new album, Mammoth II, his upcoming tour with Nita Strauss, and more.
Mammoth WVH are currently finishing up dates with Alter Bridge, as well as supporting Metallica at select shows. In November, they’ll kick off a headlining run with Strauss as support. Purchase tickets to the band’s upcoming concerts here, and pick up the new album Mammoth II here.
Photo Gallery – Mammoth WVH perform with Metallica and Pantera at MetLife Stadium (click to expand and scroll through):
Wolfgang Van Halen on Choosing Peter Gabriel Classic for His Wedding Song: “One of My Dad’s Favorites”
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