Based in Austin since the 1970s, Doster has enjoyed a prolific career as a songwriter, guitarist, musical collaborator, recording artist and producer for a diverse and eclectic roster of artists. In 2016, Doster’s contributions to the musical scene in Texas over more than four decades landed him an induction into the Texas Music Legends Hall of Fame.
Over the course of his career, Doster has shared stages and studios with a long and eclectic line of musical luminaries, including Joe Cocker, Lyle Lovett, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, James Honeyman-Scott, Little Feat, Mark O’Connor, Ricky Nelson, Squeeze, Marshall Crenshaw, Ani DiFranco, Ramblin’ Jack Elliot, and Nanci Griffith, with whom he appeared on Austin City Limits in 1985. He has produced over 60 albums for other artists, including records for Maren Morris, Carolyn Wonderland, and Stanley Smith.