Tony McAlpine, Emil Werstler: Live at The Guitar Sanctuary Filmed by John Coyle

Tony McAlpine & Emil Werstler Live at The Guitar Sanctuary Filmed by John Coyle

Emil Werstler: Verlorener - Crowd Fund

Verlorener is a musical and visual identity created to facilitate my need to record and perform without compromise. This project is intended to be an on going effort to create a sound that is closer to what I intend to convey to the world. This campaign will serve as a preorder as well as a platform to launch what will now be my primary creative focus.

Emil Werstler's Verlorener https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/emil-werstler-s-verlorener-music#/

Emil Werstler's Verlorener Crowd Fund


Emil Werstler (Verlorener) - Campaign Update

Mark Holcomb, Emil Werstler, Gary Grainger: Jam at PRS Booth - Gear Gods NAMM

Mark, Emil, and Gary jam a short tune at the PRS booth.
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Emil Werstler: shows off the PRS Guitars SE 30th Anniversary Custom 24

NAMM 2015: Emil Werstler from Chimiara shows off the PRS Guitars SE 30th Anniversary Custom 24. This guitar has a laminate quilt maple top, in flight birds, and a tremolo.

NAMM 2015: PRS Guitars SE 30th Anniversary Custom 24 With Emil Werstler

Emil Werstler: 7 String PRS SE Custom 24

Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath, and Levi/ Werstler) demonstrates the new PRS SE 7 String at Experience PRS 2012.

Video by themike

More on the SE Custom 24 7 String: http://prsguitars.com/secustom7string/
Emil on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Emil-Werstler/

PRS SE Custom 24 7 String w/ Emil Werstler

Emil Werstler: Guitar Clinic #5

FPETV Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath, Levi/Werstler) Guitar Clinic Part 5 of 5

Emil Werstler:Guitar Clinic Part 4 of 5

Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath, Levi/Werstler) Guitar Improvisation Clinic Part 4 of 5. Emil Werstler and Mike Ault demonstrate and explore improvisation concepts at Experience PRS 2011. Topics include the pros and cons of pattern playing, imperfections of the guitar, and developing personality as a player.

FPE-TV Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath, Levi/Werstler) Guitar Clinic Part 4 of 5

Emil Werstler: Improvisation Clinic Part 2 of 5

FPE-TV Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath) Improvisation Clinic Part 2 of 5

Emil Werstler: improvisation concepts at Experience PRS 2011 #1

Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath, Levi/Werstler) Improvisation Clinic Part 1 of 5
Guitarists Emil Werstler and Mike Ault demonstrate and explore improvisation concepts at Experience PRS 2011. Topics include Major, Minor, and Dominant Scale Application.

FPETV Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath) Improvisation Clinic Part 1 of 5

Top Ten: 10 slabs of monstrous guitar for your collection

You know what will happen... all the wrong CD's will turn up at Christmas... what you didn't want the X Factor Christmas album? But you did get some cash from that auntie that had more sense... you know the one who knows that you know what music you like more than anyone else... Well if that's the case, you know you love state of the art chops, you can't remember which album you should get with that Christmas stash... well here you go... all these albums have spent a good deal of time on my mp3 player and get the Truth In Shredding seal of Top Notch Shredding approval.

Andy James fourth self titled solo release, chock full of two handed synchronizations and bags of melody.


 Stéphan Forté, Adagio's maestro artisan back with some deadly licks and scary chops!


Gianluca Ferro, with his 8 string progressive rock fusion tunes


New comer Paul Wardingham delivers a full frontal assault of chops and melodic grunt to power any guitar starved fan.


Francesco Artusato, Holdsworthian legato stylings on extended range guitars, over heavy sound scapes.



Jeff Loomis modernises Jason Becker, and adds his own immense chop laden solos in this tour de force, post Nevermore.


Christian Muenzner, Obscura's lead guitarist delivers, state of the art chops to the melodic metal table.


Ron Jarzombek's fret board pyrotechnics, twelve tone rows, originality in abundance

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Tosin Abasi, Javier Reyes how about 8 string heavy and beautiful? 



Avalanche of Worms, Levi/Werstler's first release on Magna Carta Records, delivers a commanding sonic statement from the the partnership of Daath's Eyal Levi and Emil Werstler.

Emil Werstler: Playing Through The Changes

Emil Werstler from the band Daath and Levi/Werstler teaches the approach of playing to the chord you are on in a progression rather than just playing in the diatonic key. This is an abbreviated video so for the full lesson and more examples check out : http://www.jamplay.com/?s=19&c=252

Emil Werstler - Advanced Theory - Playing Through The Changes

Emil Werstler: solo 2009

Older footage of Emil Werstler from 2009's Dragonforce/Cynic/Daath tour
Emil Werstler solo 2009


Facebook fan page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Emil-Werstler/196736063691694

Evyal Levi, Emil Werstler: Daath CD detail

Evyal Levi, Emil Werstler: Daath CD

The third, self-titled full-length album from the Atlanta-based quintet DAATH sold around 500 copies in the United States in its first week of release. The CD landed at position No. 89 on the Top New Artist Albums (Heatseekers) chart, which lists the best-selling albums by new and developing artists, defined as those who have never appeared in the Top 100 of The Billboard 200

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"Daath" track listing:

01. Genocidal Maniac
02. Destruction/Restoration
03. Indestructible Overdose
04. Double Tap Suicide
05. The Decider
06. Exit Plan
07. Oxygen Burn
08. Accelerant
09. Arch {Enemy} Misanthrope
10. Manufactured Insomnia
11. A Cold Devotion
12. N.A.T.G.O.D.
13. Terminal Now

Emil Werstler, Eyal Levi: Daath reveal new CD details

DAATH will release its third, self-titled full-length album on October 26 via Century Media Records.

"Daath" track listing:

01. Genocidal Maniac
02. Destruction/Restoration
03. Indestructible Overdose
04. Double Tap Suicide
05. The Decider
06. Exit Plan
07. Oxygen Burn
08. Accelerant
09. Arch {Enemy} Misanthrope
10. Manufactured Insomnia
11. A Cold Devotion
12. N.A.T.G.O.D.
13. Terminal Now

Emil Werstler: Breaking Down an I7 Arpeggio

Emil Werstler Video Lesson: Breaking Down an I7 Arpeggio

By Emil Werstler

Emil Werstler Lesson Tab
Daath guitarists Eyal Levi and Emil Werstler have just unleashed their new all-instrumental collaboration, Levi/Werstler Avalanche of Worms on Magna Carta Records. For this release, the duo has teamed with legendary drummer Sean Reinert (Cynic, ex-Death).

Listen to the album. http://www.guitarworld.com/levi-werstler-project

Cehck out the lesson: http://www.guitarworld.com/emil_werstler_video_lesson

Eyal Levi, Emil Werstler: rock my monkey podcast interview

I have to admit that when I first heard of this album I wasn't that interested. Due to the mindless race to be the most brutal band, I am now beyond jaded to any band with growl vocals of any kind. So I've never given Daath a chance other than watching them play at Ozzfest in 2007.

All that changed recently. It started when I forced myself to give the cd a listen. Turns out the cd was nothing like I expected. It had the depth that most Metal today lacks.

Then when I did this interview Eyal Levi told me things that made me think he might have the same thoughts as I do when it comes to what creates good Metal and what is wrong with so much of what is called Metal in today's time.

So take a listen to this interview and hear why Eyal Levi of Daath made me want to go check out the back catalog of his main band as well as why you should check out this release no matter what you think about their main band.

http://www.rockmymonkey.com/mp3_source/interview/leviwerstler.mp3

Emil Werstler: portugal talking

... apologies but it wasn't private when I posted it! Never know why people do this... if it gets posted again I will fix this link and repost.

Emil Werstler Talks About Bringing The Band To Portugal

Emil Werstler, Eyal Levi: heavymetal.about.com interview

Eyal Levi and Emil Werstler Interview:

Daath guitarists Eyal Levi and Emil Werstler have teamed up with Cynic drummer Sean Reinert, bassist Kevin Scott and keyboardist Eric Guenther to form the instrumental band Levi/Werstler. The group's debut CD is Avalanche Of Worms. Levi and Werstler give us the lowdown on how the band formed, whether they plan on touring, the status of the next Daath album, Levi's life as a blogger, and several other topics. full

Emil Werstler,Eyal Levi: avalanche continues

Daath guitarists Eyal Levi and Emil Werstler have just unleashed their new all-instrumental collaboration, Levi/Werstler Avalanche of Worms on Magna Carta Records. For this release, the duo has teamed with legendary drummer Sean Reinert (Cynic, ex-Death).

To celebrate this release, Werstler has created an exclusive video lesson (with tab) in which he demonstrates key aspects to his fleet-fingered style. We'll be rolling out a new lesson each week, so stay tuned.

Emil Werstler Video Lesson: Dominant Chord/Arpeggio Relationships, Part 2

Avalanche of Worms, Levi/Werstler's first release on Magna Carta Records, delivers a commanding sonic statement from the the partnership of Daath's Eyal Levi and Emil Werstler. Both accomplished guitarists, their interplay allows Levi's compositional style and Werstler' virtuosic guitar abilities to compliment each other fully; this unique alchemy prevents this album from being classified under any one genre.“We work in metal but the vibe of this is just coming from somewhere else,” Werstler says. “It’s hard to put your finger on what it is.”

The album is similar in composition to visual art; it is meant to be sonically digested in its entirety, not as a collection of individual pieces. Individual influences do not stand out in the album's formulation; Levi delivers an exceptionally refreshing approach. "This is a dense, epic, and psychedelic stream; a journey through our musical intent with individual sections comprised of smaller details. While contributing the bulk of my writing towards this record, I was dealing with feelings of intense loss and conflicted shortcomings on all fronts. This music is not referring to any of these extraordinary events in particular; It's just my musical interpretation and expression of the feelings which came as a result. It is best heard when you have 41 minutes straight to devote."

Innovative guitar solos and strong central themes accentuate the masterful composition. Unabashed creativity is given full license. "There is a certain freedom that comes with hearing yourself react to a new musical environment. I really wanted to take on something new that was still my own, but was able to explore styles that I utilize as a player that are not appropriate for Daath," Werstler says, "I'm primarily influenced by non-metal guitarists like Django Reinhardt, Jimmy Herring, and Martin Gore from Depeche Mode; Avalance of Worms was a great platform to reach deeper into my bag of tricks and push my need to integrate other genres of music with a metal sound. Having a notorious genre-fusing drummer to play with really helped me get closer to what's ultimately swimming around in my head."

Drummer Sean Reinert (Cynic, ex-Death) proves yet again to be unparalleled in his intensity and musicality. “The way he forced us to focus on feel and pocket was uncompromising. His playing is so right, all of the time, that you have to be right there with him in your playing, or the part is ruined,” Levi says, “Playing with Reinert forces you to become more musical.”

"Although we were writing and recording in separate parts of the country, I felt a distinct musical connection through out this whole process," adds Reinert, "The fact I already had a professional and personal relationship with Eyal and Emil allowed me to be even more clear and potent in my approach to the music."

Reinert's drumming provides a solid base for the strong, complicated, multilayered guitar leads and fierce solos. The solos highlight the musical arc of the record and “completely smoke those on previous DAATH efforts,” Werstler says, "We became better at our craft hands down. When you have the rhythm section of Reinert and Kevin Scott, you have what I consider a moving foundation. As a soloist, I find that everything comes from within the song. My ear is constantly listening for accents and things to play off of. With Reinert, It's like a gold mine of musical ideas. Instead of looking for things to change to accommodate a solo, I was able to diversify and let my playing pick its direction similar to the way I would if I was improvising. These are not solos just for the sake of solos- they are important devices that accentuate the overall theme and feel of the record. This is an album for music listeners."

The writing and recording schedule of Avalanche of Worms pushed Werstler and Levi past the limits of sanity. Eight months of writing and recording work was accomplished in about three months due to their other obligations and events.Once focused on this record, days would typically consist of sixteen hours of writing and recording music. Any other time was spent practicing guitar and juggling all the various administrative tasks that come with making a record.The final section for the album was recorded between 5 AM and 9 AM on the last day of the mix session. They literally spent every possible moment working on this up until the very end. "No letup, no slowdown, just relentless, ruthless and downright insane music making," Levi says, "We were wrecking our bodies and brains without regret to get this done exactly how we intended."

"With Levi/Werstler, it was the first time a label came to us asking for the non-expected. Granted, they were looking for a guitar record. However once the writing sessions started taking place, it was quite clear to us that we had no intentions of imitating Steve Vai’s Passion and Warfare or writing an instrumental DAATH record. Instead, we were interested in composing something unique but fitting," says Werstler, "When you have a band, write a record, build a brand, and gain fans playing live, you officially have expectations. Between our vision and the sessions, I feel that every element on this record is a more honest, and less tampered with depiction of our relationship as musicians with the need to create art."

Avalanche of Worms sets a new musical and technical precedent for both Werstler and Levi. This work firmly establishes them as a powerful creative force that will continue to forge remarkable music. "The lineup turned the record into a musical freak show that Eyal and I always dreamed of. I'm more proud of this record than any record I've done so far in my career," says Werstler.

"I seriously look forward to writing and recording more music with them!" says Reinert, "It's always nice to put yourself in a new musical environment, a new set of personalities and a new musical dynamic. Avalanche of Worms was both challenging and familiar- that perfect juxtaposition."

Emil Werstler (DAATH, LEVI / WERSTLER) plays Dura Mater head


Emil Werstler (DAATH , Levi / Werstler) plays Dura Mater intro

Emil Werstler: Avalanche of Worms

Avalanche of Worms: Emil Werstler and Eyal Levi

Eyal Levi and Emil Werstler (both of DAATH) team with drummer Sean Reinert (Cynic, ex-Death) to deliver a commanding sonic statement (on Magna Carta Records). Both accomplished guitarists, their interplay allows Levi’s compositional style and Werstler’s virtuosic guitar abilities to compliment each other fully. Reinert proves yet again to be unparalleled in his intensity and musicality on drums. This unique alchemy prevents this album from being classified under any one genre.“We work in metal but the vibe of this is just coming from somewhere else,” Werstler says. “It’s hard to put your finger on what it is.”

Sounds great... time to: pre order