BUCK SHOT - THE LAST TROUBADOR

Wisconsin Native Steve Progar (AKA BUCK SHOT) comes from humble beginnings.. From a working class family. Where Beer and Brandy Old Fashions were the drink of choice and Polkas was the music played. But when Elvis and the Beatles came along, something clicked in Buck’s Brain, that this was the music that he wanted to play.. Being a child of the 50’s and 60’s, Folk music as well as Folk Rock and Country music played an important role in his musical development as did Rock ‘n Roll. In the mid 60’s Buck started playing music in various bands around Wisconsin.. Sharing the stage with many National Acts with the likes of the Cryn’ Shames, Ted Nugent, Rory Gallagher, as well as Local and State Acts (Siegel-Schwall, Soup, The Skunks, The Mauds to name a few). Buck was blessed to be mentored by some famous musicians early in his career such as the late Isaac Guillory.. The love of music was given a home in his soul, and it shows in his performances!

Fast Forward 50+ Years and Buck is still performing.. Just completed and released his 3rd Album of original music. Buck performs cover songs in addition to his original music, making for a very well entertaining show. His Range of Covers includes The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, Turtles, The Band, Gordon Lightfoot, Simon and Garfunkel, Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Bobby Bare, John Denver, Marty Robbins, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Jimmy Buffet, Arlo Guthrie, Buddy Holly, Barry McGuire, Royal Guardsmen, The Box Tops, Neil Young to name a few.

If you have been to one of Buck’s Shows, and I use the term shows, as that is what it is, A Show!! You will understand that he plays and gives everything he can, as if it was going to be his last performance!!

That is one of many things that sets him apart from other Solo Artists.. All the songs that are performed, from “The Ballad of Gilligans’ Island”, “Five Foot Two”, “The Wreck of The Edmund Fitzgerald” to “Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain”, “Nowhere Man” are all done from the heart, and it shows…

People come from all over to hear certain songs.. Some come to hear him do a version of the Everly Brothers’ “Dream, Dream”, Some come to hear his version of “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald” It has been said by fans all over that his versions of Willie Nelsons’ songs are as good as being at a concert with Willie!

You are probably asking yourself why should I hire Buck…

I have not heard of him or see him perform…

Let me give you some reasons why Buck is one of the Best entertainers around… Testimonial from Various Venue:

.......Country Club “We Would Love to have you play again this year!! Our Dining / Bar Guests thought you were incredible and we have all agreed that we would love to have you back again this year if you are Available”

.....Winery “Why haven’t we had you before.. Totally awesome, fantastic show, played all the right songs, all night.. Great variety!!!”

a few other reasons to consider Buck:

Buck rarely takes a break.. This helps to keep your clientele engaged and the bartenders busy Buck’s Music selection.. Classic Country, Classic Rock, Originals from his 2 albums, Beatles, Stones, Simon/Garfunkel to name a few...

Buck does not require a lot of space to set up, usually 8 x 10 or less.. Less interference with your floor plan

Buck performs at a good volume, where your clientele does not have to shout to each other,

Buck’s music is all based on requests, meaning all the songs he performs have been requested by people at some point, so this helps to guarantee that the music selection is good!!

Buck is always neat, respectfully and helpful

Buck also donates to his music scholarship fund - so hiring Buck will help with a music Scholarship!