Guster

Guster was formed in 1991 by Adam Gardner, Ryan Miller, and Brian Rosenworcel, who met during their freshman year at Tufts University. The band released its first independently recorded album, “Parachute,” in 1994, which established their presence in the 1990s college music scene. Shortly after the album’s release, the band changed its name from ‘Gus’ to ‘Guster’ due to another artist using the former name. In 1996, they independently released their second album, “Goldfly.” The band signed with Sire Records in 1998, leading to wide exposure and a re-release of “Goldfly.” Their third studio album, “Lost and Gone Forever,” released in 1999 and produced by Steve Lillywhite, included the single “Fa Fa,” which charted on the Adult Top 40. The band also appeared on the “Late Show with David Letterman” and performed at Woodstock ’99.

In the 2000s, Guster continued their career progression. Their fourth album, “Keep It Together” (2003), produced two singles, “Amsterdam” and “Careful,” which reached the Adult Top 40. Multi-instrumentalist Joe Pisapia joined the band as a full-time member after touring with them. The album “Ganging Up on the Sun” (2006) peaked at number 25 on the Billboard 200, and the single “Satellite” earned the band its first gold record in 2018. During this period, Guster also engaged in environmental activism through co-founder Adam Gardner’s initiative, Reverb, which integrates ecological awareness into touring practices. The band’s music has been featured in various television shows and films, including “Martian Child,” “Disturbia,” and “Wedding Crashers.”

The band’s journey continued with “Easy Wonderful” (2010), introducing Luke Reynolds as a touring member who later became official, followed by “Evermotion” (2015) and “Look Alive” (2019). Guster released their ninth studio album, “Ooh La La,” in 2024. Their 2024 “We Also Have Eras” tour celebrated their extensive career, encompassing over 30 years and multiple albums. The band maintains a close relationship with its fanbase, known for their unique live show traditions, such as drummers moving to the front mic for humorous covers and fans throwing ping-pong balls during “Airport Song.” Guster’s humorous stage antics and commitment to their community have been consistent elements of their career.