Wolf Van Halen Compares The ‘Curse’ Of Van Halen To Foo Fighters

The rock audience always questioned the possibility of a Van Halen reunion. Unfortunately, the legendary act lost Eddie Van Halen in 2020, and their disbandment followed shortly afterward. While conversing with Louder Sound’s Classic Rock magazine, Wolf Van Halen addressed the possibility of a reunion and explained why a ‘curse’ could prevent it from happening.

The United States leg of the Taylor Hawkins tribute shows recently took place, and the bassist shared the stage with the Foo Fighters. The musician had the opportunity to perform Van Halen songs, and it seems like this event helped him make up his mind about a possible reunion.

The Hawkins tribute presented the chance for the bassist to analyze the dynamics within Foo Fighters. Wolf exclaimed that the bandmates had no trouble managing their interpersonal relationships, which was something unfamiliar to him. He revealed that when it came to Van Halen, the members surrounding the band were more prone to initiate disputes and have disagreements.

Wolf Van Halen compared Van Halen to Foo Fighters:

“When it comes to Van Halen and entities surrounding the band, it’s unfortunate, certainly compared to Foo Fighters who have their sh*t together with interpersonal relationships.”

Wolfgang is clearly aware that harmony is a key element for acts to function. He explained that the ‘curse‘ of Van Halen was that certain bandmates seemed not to know how to work well together. Teamwork was necessary, but some members of Van Halen couldn’t grasp the importance of collective work.

The bassist discussed the ‘curse’ of Van Halen:

“I don’t know what it is with some bands, but certain personalities just can’t get over themselves to work collectively for one purpose – that’s been the curse of Van Halen for its entire career.”

The Mammoth WVH founder exclaimed that his performance at the Taylor Hawkins tribute shows fed his desire to play Van Halen songs. He had the opportunity to perform without the stress of dealing with the band’s ‘dysfunctional’ members. The bassist also disclosed that it was hard to make plans even when Van Halen still was active.

Van Halen revealed the band’s dysfunction:

“My playing at the Taylor shows delivered that catharsis without the stresses of dealing with the Van Halen camp and the players involved. Their camp is very dysfunctional, everyone! Hell, it was difficult to make plans even when the band was active.”

You can watch Wolfgang Van Halen’s performance below.