Biography

Straight-up rock n' roll with a biting humor and a Wasatch Front grit.

Based in Salt Lake City, Buster brings a raw energy to the stage, fueled by the unique culture they grew up in. Their music is a high-octane blend of heavy riffs and satirical wit, aimed directly at the heart of the Utah experience.

The band consists of Wes Furgason (drums/professional cat herder), Karl Gilchrist (guitar/vocals/possibly the illegitimate son of Jim Morrison), Dave Call (bass/Snack Master), and Jon Beutler (lead guitar/The Professor). Together, they are Buster—and they are here to rock you.

So grab a Mate Tea, find a spot in the pew, and open your mind and heart to a musical experience unlike any you’ve had before.

The Lineup

Karl Gilchrist

Karl Gilchrist

Vocals & Guitar

"The illegitimate son of Jim Morrison"

Jon Beutler

Jon Beutler

Lead Guitar

"The Professor"

Dave Call

Dave Call

Bass

"Snack Master"

Wes Furgason

Wes Furgason

Drums

"Professional Cat Herder"

Stage Plot & Inputs

Buster is a 4-piece rock band. We require a professional PA system with 4 discrete monitor mixes.

Input List

Ch Instrument Mic/Connection Member
1KickMic (D6/B52)Wes
2SnareMic (SM57)Wes
3Rack Tom 1Mic (e604)Wes
4Rack Tom 2Mic (e604)Wes
5Floor TomMic (e604)Wes
6Overhead (L)CondenserWes
7Overhead (R)CondenserWes
8BassXLR (DI Box)Dave
9Guitar (SR)Mic (SM57)Karl
10Guitar (SL)Mic (SM57)Jon
11Vocal 1 (Center)SM58 (Boom Stand)Karl
12Vocal 2 (Bass)SM58 (Boom Stand)Dave
13Vocal 3 (Drums)SM58 (Boom Stand)Wes

Stage Requirements

  • Monitors: 4 discrete mixes. Wes prefer s the drum monitor positioned on his Left Side. The other three monitors can be placed Left, Center, and Right.
  • Power: Individual power drops (quad-boxes) required at each member's station: Front Center (Karl), Stage Right (Dave), Stage Left (Jon), and Drum Riser (Wes).
  • Drum Kit: Wes plays a 5-piece kit.
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Promotional Assets

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Live Performance

Where We've Rocked

Hover to see what we loved about each spot

Kilby Court
"The ultimate SLC rite of passage. Pure indie energy. Friendly Staff and Great Sound!"
The International Bar
"The best downtown vibes, very relaxed. It was great working with the staff there. The sound was excellent!"
The Boiler Room
"Ogden knows how to party. One of our favorite rooms. Lights, Smoke and Video projected on the wall behind the stage, We really felt like Rockstars! The sound was fantastic and they had some really good Kombucha!"
West Fest
"Massive stage, Great Sound and a killer hometown crowd in West Valley. We love 'Festival' energy."
Boomerangs Down Under
"A wild night every time. Love the high-energy bar atmosphere. killer green room for the bands to hangout in and the soundman knows his stuff!"
Magna Arts Council
"Music in the Park is what summer is all about. Great big stage, Great sound and a Great community!"
Vertical Diner
"Good food, good people, and a surprisingly rockin' atmosphere."
Collide Arts Festival
"Blending art and music. We loved the creative spirit of this fest."
Moka Meets Boba
"Intimate, unique, and fueled by caffeine. A blast to play."
Pat's BBQ
"Great Food, Great Music, What more Could you possibly need."

What They're Saying

Buster on Loco for Locals Podcast

— Spotify / Podcast Feature
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