Eddie Van Halen’s world-famous son brings his latest album to Budapest.
The GRAMMY-nominated songwriter, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Wolfgang Van Halen and his band Mammoth are coming to Hungary in 2026: they will perform live in Budapest on December 8 at Dürer Kert.
Fronting Mammoth, Wolfgang Van Halen has delivered one of the most exciting hard rock success stories of recent years. His music has a distinct identity, built on impressive instrumental prowess (drums, bass, keyboards, guitar) and instantly catchy melodies. In less than five years, Mammoth have amassed over 100 million streams, played sold-out shows around the world, and consistently appeared at the top of the most important charts.
Released in 2021, the debut album Mammoth WVH opened at No. 12 on the Billboard 200, while also topping three Billboard charts: Top Hard Rock Albums, Top Independent Albums, and Top Rock Albums. The track “Distance” became a No. 1 rock radio hit and earned a GRAMMY nomination for Best Rock Song. The 2023 follow-up, Mammoth II, continued the band’s rapidly rising career, reaching the Top 5 on the Billboard Top Album Sales chart and once again claiming the No. 1 spot on the Top Hard Rock Albums ranking.
The band has toured with artists such as Metallica, Foo Fighters, Pantera, and Creed. Wolfgang has also appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, performed “Ken” with Ryan Gosling at the 2024 Academy Awards, and played at Ozzy Osbourne’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Hungarian audiences last experienced Mammoth’s explosive live energy in 2022, when the band visited as special guests of Alter Bridge.
Mammoth’s latest album, The End, marks a new era in the band’s career. Rather than being created on a computer, the record was captured live, with t Van Halen literally running back and forth between instruments while recording the songs. Its instinctive sound and incredible energy reflect a creative rebirth, further defining Mammoth’s character with tracks such as the title song “The End,” the groove-driven “The Spell,” the stadium-ready anthem “Same Old Song,” and the particularly heavy “Selfish.” The release is also a milestone: Wolfgang Van Halen is now carrying the project forward simply under the name Mammoth, which he himself describes as a rebirth.
The Budapest concert promises to be a special occasion, showcasing live the elemental power and musical versatility that have earned Mammoth worldwide acclaim from both industry professionals and fans. On December 8, 2026, everyone should head to Dürer Kert, as this show’s display of musical virtuosity is not to be missed. The band’s special guest in Budapest will be Welsh rock trio Florence Black.
Tickets go on sale on January 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM via www.livenation.hu and www.funcode.hu.
- Main Hall
- December 8, 2026
