Will Stern: Guitar Virtuoso and Audio Engineer

Explore the inspiring story of Will Stern, a young guitar prodigy from New Jersey, whose passion for music has taken him from local gigs to international tours. Dive into his world of melodies and rhythms.

Influenced by legends such as Eddie Van Halen, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Zakk Wylde, Vito Bratta, Warren DeMartini, Reb Beach and Doug Aldrich, Will brings a modern edge to classic rock riffs blended with soulful blues runs, while carving out his own distinctive sound. Currently, Will is honing his craft under the mentorship of Joel Hoekstra, guitarist for Whitesnake and Trans-Siberian Orchestra, further solidifying his place in the music world.  Will is on tour with Capri!

For the past few years, Will has played with his band, Tension, and back in 2025, embarked on a thrilling tour across Germany with Kobi Reese, captivating audiences with dynamic performances and contributing to the band’s unique sound.   Will has shared the stage with bands such as Bonfire, Slaughter, Great White, Night Ranger and the Lynch Mob.

Will is also an audio engineer and is currently recording new songs for Capri and many other local artists.