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Michael Elsner
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Los Angeles, California
United States

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   Michael Elsner: General Info
Member Since2/23/2005
Band Websitewww.michaelelsner.com
Band MembersMy solo band "Stained Voodoo" consists of:
ME - Guitar
Jeff Bowders - Drums
John Massey - Bass

Click Here for more info on Chasing Saints
InfluencesWhat I'm into musically changes on a weekly basis so this list could definately get out of hand, however a brief list would include:

Bands: Collective Soul, Matchbox 20, Tonic, Dream Theater, King's X, Foo Fighters, Velvet Revolver

Guitarists: Paul Gilbert, Richie Kotzen, Eric Johnson, John Petrucci, Dann Huff, Gordon Kennedy, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Ian Moore

Artists: Bruce Hornsby, Joshua Kadison, Sting, Prince, Stevie Wonder


Promo video for Propellerhead's RECORD featuring Chasing Saints

Acoustic performance in the studio

Performing with Universal Records Latin recording artist Chenoa

Here is a video of me playing on the Megan Mullally television show:
Megan Mullally Show

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Here's a video of Paul Gilbert, with me acting as the 'Human Capo,' from the December issue of Guitar One Magazine.
Get Out Of My Yard....

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Sounds LikeHere is the Audi commerical that I composed the music for:
Audi A4 Quatro

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Below is a video of me demo'ing the POK.

POK Demo

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Record LabelGlass Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Michael Elsner
Raised in the artistic community of Woodstock, NY, music has been a fundamental part of my life since as far back as I can remember. Experimenting with various instruments since the age of 8, I discovered and fell in love with the guitar at the age of 12 and immersed myself into a rigorous practice regimen, often spending up to 8 hours a day becoming more and more proficient on the instrument.

My professional career began in 1998 when I moved to Nashville, TN. Shortly after my arrival, I began working on projects with such artists as Michael McDonald, Sixpence None The Richer, The Backstreet Boys, and Jon Anderson from YES to name just a few. During the 4.5 years I spent in Nashville, I toured with various artists and was in the studio producing and/or playing on countless sessions. I became the Fret Talk columnist for “Rock & Read Magazine,” completed my first instructional book “Introspective Guitar,” had 16 songs of mine recorded by other artists, and was credited on a number of records that achieved multi-platinum status.

Since June of 2003, I've been living in Los Angeles, CA, where I have played on sessions for Miramax Films, Chrysalis Music Publishing, and various television, album and film projects. Select examples of these include the Ella Enchanted soundtrack, The Young & The Restless, The Bold & the Beautiful and most recently CBS Television's 'The Ex List.' I have signed publishing deals with a number production music libraries and my songs have been placed in various movies, television shows, DVDs, and commercials, including High School Musical 2, Hannah Montana, CBS’s Cold Case, Beyond the Break, ABC's 'TV's All-Time Funniest,' History Channel's 'Modern Marvels,' Baywatch, ESPN, as well as commercials for Audi, Mazda and Rent Way.

In September 2006 I released my first instrumental record, "Stained Voodoo", a collection of 10 original compositions ranging in style from rock to funk to acoustic, that pays homage to my earliest musical influences. In November 2006, Stained Voodoo took home the Instrumental Album of the Year award at the LA Music Awards.

A brief rundown of some recent events would include touring as the lead guitarist for 2 time Grammy Nominated artist Sarah Kelly as well as multi-platinum selling Universal Records recording artist Chenoa, performing on an episode of American Idol Extra with former contestant Anthony Fedorov, played with the house band on the Megan Mullally Show where I performed with Billy Ray Cyrus. I also appeared with guitarist Paul Gilbert in the December '06 Issue of Guitar One Magazine as well as on his new Get Out Of My Yard Instructional DVD. If you're into virtual instruments, check out "Acoustic Legends," an acoustic guitar virtual instrument library that I co-produced for Vir2 Instruments.

I am currently working with my original project Chasing Saints and am an endorsing artist for McPherson Guitars, Elixir Strings, DiMarzio Pickups, Visual Sound Amps & Pedals, In Tune Guitar Picks, Guitar Force Guitar Care Products, X-Tempo Designs, and Presonus Studio Gear.

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Darren Marlar

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Nov 29 2009 6:56 AM

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Guy Onraet

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Nov 25 2009 7:21 AM

Great sounds! Rock on!
Greetings from South Africa.
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Craig Martini Bass

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Nov 24 2009 4:51 PM

Thanks for adding me!
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Phoenix Williams

Phoenix Williams



Nov 24 2009 4:00 PM

Hi Michael

Thank you for accepting my friend request – Hope you like my music :-)

Phoenix x
Pascal

Pascal



Nov 24 2009 11:00 AM

Bonjour Michael
Thanks for the friendly add
Really good sound and energy in
your music
Best wishes from France
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Pascal
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Nov 3 2009 2:33 PM


 

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Oct 31 2009 2:38 PM

Just stopping by, Happy Halloween.
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Oct 19 2009 2:47 PM

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Oct 19 2009 2:30 PM

Thanks for the add!
Danny Ray

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Oct 18 2009 11:51 AM

Hi, Thanks for the friendship.  If you have a minute to check out my tunes, I would really appreciate your feedback.  Thanks so much.  Hope you have a great Sunday.
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Oct 18 2009 6:04 AM

Hey!
Thanks for the add!:)
KEEP ON ROCKIN’
we appreciate your friendship.
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Sep 29 2009 6:59 PM

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Travis Morgan

Travis Morgan



Sep 27 2009 10:43 PM

Hey, thanks for the friendship!  Check out some of the new tunes I have posted including "Touch the sky". . .
Crystina Maez

Crystina Maez



Sep 24 2009 11:33 AM

Have a wonderful day!
Gregory J. Bachman

Gregory J. Bachman



Sep 17 2009 10:40 PM

Hi Michael, it's been awhile since I stopped by. I hope things are well for you!

Also to let you know that I have taken your advise to heart that you gave me a few years ago about putting a recording down that I will be 100% happy with and it's finally coming together.

Since that time we last spoke, I have a completely different studio and gear, and I've got 6 guest musicians performing on it as well. Some of the songs have also developed over the years and my playing has improved and now I'm tracking everything. Your advise has really stuck with me and so as a gesture of my sincere gratitude to you, I would be honored to send you a copy of the CD when it's finished.

Keep rockin' and have a great one!
Mark Slaughter

Mark Slaughter



Sep 10 2009 2:48 PM

Hey, There!

If you're going to be in the Vegas area on September 12, check out the Vince Neil Ink Grand Opening Party! www.vnivegas.com. Hope you can make it!

Blessings,
Mark
Mike_gr

Mike_gr



Sep 8 2009 8:25 PM

Hello!



After a long absence i uploaded a brand new song called: "Get over it!"



Ill be happy to hear from you!



MIKE
EVICTED

EVICTED



Sep 7 2009 7:24 PM

Just stopping by to say hi! Check out the new tracks from our album, "Truth Untold", on our page or at evictedband.com. Let us know what you think. We've also got some new videos up on youtube.com/evictedlive. ROCK ON!!!!
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