WATCH: Wolfgang Van Halen Covers "Eruption" in Honor of its 40th Anniversary

Eddie Van Halen’s iconic instrumental “Eruption” was recorded 40 years ago this weekend, and in honor of the song’s birthday, Wolfgang Van Halen—who’s been with Van Halen since he was just 15—played a flawless rendition of the jam … on the same guitar it was recorded on.

In honor of Eruption being recorded 40 years ago today, here's me playing it on the guitar it was recorded on. #Eruption #EddieVanHalen pic.twitter.com/X1JV5zOzUJ

— Wolf Van Halen (@WolfVanHalen) September 9, 2017

Wolfgang is clearly making Dad proud—check out these words of encouragement for his son!

Kickin' ass Wolf-wait till they hear your record and really blow some minds!! Love you!! Pop ❤️

— Eddie Van Halen (@eddievanhalen) September 10, 2017

“Eruption” first appeared on Van Halen’s self-titled debut album and has since become known as one of the greatest guitar solos of all time.

As for Wolfgang, he recently shared a quick preview of what’s to come on his forthcoming debut solo album. Listen to it below!

Here's a sneak peek of the music I've been working on. (That's longer than half a second.) pic.twitter.com/dLyviDLblm

— Wolf Van Halen (@WolfVanHalen) August 28, 2017