Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives: Tiny Desk Concert

[@brucedenis71]

Four men who have completed their mastery of music and are now effortlessly delivering the goods...every time.

[@markseelye8270]

Well said.

[@RedPop4]

Spot-on. I saw them last night in New Orleans, holy moly....amazing show.

[@tonyhill1141]

Kenny Vaughn is one of the coolest cats in music, period.

[@sidv192]

coolest country cat by far

[@jameslawson5772]

That’s a fact. I know metal players an jazz cats who love Kenny’s playing.

[@jeffstar6741]

He’s DOWNRIGHT DOWNTOWN!!!🎉🎉🎉🎸🎸🎸🎶🎶🎶🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@brianmcglade8164]

Kenny has some Great stories on Otis Gibbs channel !!

[@JonLindley]

Absolutely !

[@bencrozier]

I promoted a concert series in Nashville many years ago to raise money for Alzheimer’s disease and Marty Stuart performed. The man is a true gentleman and talent. A country music god.

[@robertpeterson8640]

Country music ROYALTY! All 4 of them. They have it all. Mad skills, good humor, deep well of musical knowledge.

[@lapdawg60]

They're THE best of everything music, art, spiritually, goodness has to offer today.

[@laurieharper1526]

Harry's harmony singing is magical.

[@JeffOG_]

And his smile is lovely! Genuine and honest 🥰

[@Cheriedeville-1]

Hello dear, thank you so much for that lovely comment. What's your name and where are you writing from?

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Chris Scruggs is excellent too. These 4 brilliant & talented men make the best of one another. I've been playing & performing ( guitar: acoustic & electric, lead vocals & harmonies, blues harp ) nearly all of my life. I'm 100% self-taught. Started playing harmonica & singing when I was only 6 years old. Started singing & playing guitar by age 13. I performed all over east/central Florida for decades in various groups, as well as acoustic duos & solo acoustuic act. I'm now 63 yrs old and I still perform by myself. With all of this being said, I am convinced that Marty Stuart & the Fabulous Superlatives are the tightest & greatest band on earth today, without question........and they pull it all off with a bare minimum of gear. THAT is truly special.

[@JimSwanson-eo2un]

Marty has been around quite awhile. He and The Superlatives are phenomenal. As popular as they are, I believe Marty has never received all the accolades he truly deserves. Keep going, Marty. Love your music!

[@MMG-q1v]

If that’s true, it may be just as well. Those accolades have been the death of many great musicians.

[@RedPop4]

@@MMG-q1v that's quite true.

[@blood_rayven3253]

Definitely underrated. They are insanely good

[@blood_rayven3253]

Definitely underrated

[@bgrigg07]

Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives are legends, each and every one of them. No pedals, no effects, and I bet Harry has never played to a click track. Just pure golden talent.

[@GregM-ws4hq]

Some effects on Kenny's guitar ... but I'm with you. Amazing group. I had no idea how good they harmonize.

[@whiskersb5296]

I don’t care if they use pedals. I care how their music sounds.

[@WilliamJones-bg2on]

Harry IS his own click track! He is amazing.

[@Thomas-pq4ys]

Kenny used a delay... to great effect.... They do use effects pedals live, but they are always on, making it look like they don't use effects. I do the same when I play... always on, no pedal dancing for this boy ... I want to be Marty someday when I'm older and more mature.

[@craigthompson4878]

Bingo

[@swstrat]

The best cats in Nashville..I've been lucky enough to have worked with all of them and they are absolute masters. And nice, modest fellas, too..

[@RedPop4]

That is so wonderful to hear!

[@sawdust2876]

Any video with cousin Kenny is a great video

[@JustinR941]

Country, bluegrass and blues blended with 60's psychedelic pop and rock. Thats Marty Stuart. The band can go anywhere Marty wants to take them. They are master musicians.

[@tymiklic6463]

oh..yeah..i was laughing to myself that he can play all the instruments there..what a wonderful treat to see them at npr..cheers..Ty from s.oz

[@Liam1H]

That's the way it's done. I'm afraid I don't have enough superlatives to describe these gentlemen but they certainly are fabulous.

[@tomas5376]

What a pleasant surprise to see a real country music band on the Tiny Desk!! Bring them back and bring some others! Gracias🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎵🎶👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@CorneiliusLibowitz]

Sierra Ferrell!!

[@mikemorgan4774]

Nashville Royalty right there folks. If you don't enjoy this you ain't got no soul.

[@hippydippy]

Now this is "TRUE" Country Music!

[@billadams8795]

I honestly didn't expect to watch the whole thing, but I couldn't turn it off it was so great. What a legend. Such a great ensemble!

[@TRIChuckles]

Me too, I turned it on to listen a minute and couldn't turn it off!

[@JWForce1059]

I did not know until recently that, when he was 12 or so, he saw Connie Smith in concert. He thought she was so incredibly beautiful, that he rizzed her up as best he could, despite a 17 year age gap, and told his mom that he would marry her some day. At 39 years old, he did. Between that and playing for both Lester Flatt and Johnny Cash by the time he was 21, you gotta admire Marty's determination to execute on some truly grand visions for his life. Much respect.

[@garyrasberryjr.552]

He also had a stint playing mandolin for Doc and Merle Watson. There's a clip of Doc doing "Tennessee Stud" featuring Marty (sporting a full beard)

[@vayabroder729]

Wow; didn’t know Connie was that much older; she looks so young and vital. Love her singing and her big smile.

[@aljustal6554]

@@vayabroder729 Connie Smith (who just released a new album backed by Marty and the Fabulous Superlatives) turns 83 this year (2024), as does Bob Dylan.

[@MargieWolverton]

7:11 7:12 ​@@aljustal6554

[@Scablander]

The best country band in the world. Thank you for bringing these players to Tiny Desk.

[@lsucpolk6829]

Incredible. A performance like this is probably like breathing for Marty and the Superlatives. Wow.

[@MrArthurdog]

That's it perfectly. They make it look so easy.

[@markjohnson9485]

There is no one like Marty Stuart, and when he is with the superlatives, there is no one like them. What a wonderful group what wonderful music

[@stephenbrowne3399]

Marty is genuine, the music great. He is superb on guitar, mandolin and he still surrounds himself with brilliant musicians and plays support rhythm having a great time too and no ego. Much respect for him.

[@sallysteinwachs2245]

Thank you Marty Stewart and the Superlatives and Tiny Desk - I am so happy.

[@wantsomecoffee]

Stuart. Marty Stuart.

[@stevemurray2737]

Hey! The World’s Greatest Country Band! Maybe best all around Band! Go see them live! Thanks Marty for all you do and have done for Country Music!.. Superstars!

[@acousticarchivefortwayne930]

These guys are the gold standard for acoustic / electric musicians. Their last two albums "Way Out West" and "Altitude" are magnificent and showcase their talents well.

[@hieronymusbosch6255]

Nashville musicians set the bar….so high….so great.

[@craigphillips6308]

What a smokin' hot band. Though I am not a fan of country music per se, I am a huge fan of great music, and this band is one of the best on the planet. Can't wait to see them live in July!

[@joshlawrence8091]

So I can't stand what's on country radio but love good music, saw these guys live locally and they blew the roof off the place. Just goes to show that people are starved for good music - playing, singing, etc. I have no problem with technology in music, but this is so refreshing and it deserves a place at the music table.

[@RedPop4]

@@joshlawrence8091 Exactly.

[@garymccormick323]

Just saw them last night in Birmingham, what an awesome band. The musicianship was impeccable and the vocals spot on.

[@samtheman1957]

The very best American traditional/Bluegrass/Country/Rock and Roll/ band out there. Adding Chris Scruggs to an ALREADY immensely talented lineup of Marty, Kenny, and Harry takes it into hypersonic space. Guys, also thanks for making me love the Byrds even more. You guys are a treasure.

[@jeremyhayes4538]

Hearing Tempted always takes me back to 1991-92 when I was 14 and blown away by Marty Stuart’s album of the same name. Great to see these guys still making music and putting smiles on faces.

[@gordonmoore-sl2jr]

The BEST yet on Tiny Desk! And that's sayin something! The Fabulous Superlatives only get better. Stuart is some kind of empirical Genius and every molecule in every one of those guys is MUSIC!!!!!🎵🎵🎵🎵

[@rickstrandberg6398]

Love ❤️ these guys! Paul Martin too!

[@thomasdooley844]

Saw them last August. One of the best shows I've seen in 50 years of concert-going. Real musicianship and showmanship. Voluminous knowledge of country music history.

[@OldassBoomer]

I came away with the same impression when they performed in Jacksonville, Florida.

[@flautalee3090]

I drove 2 hours to see this band during one of the first concerts they played after Covid shut everyone down. So glad they came to NY State - my neck of the woods. I stayed the night in a hotel being renovated not too far from the venue. Very appreciative crowd! For me, their music was as a balm to my musically shriveled soul. I loved every second of the show. Thank you guys! No autographs of course, but their instrument tech let me take some pics of Marty’s mandolin and guitar, also Chris Scrugg’s microphone set up. I was curious about that, because his tone was so gorgeous. Harry S took a selfie with me using my phone. Ty, Harry!

[@carlenedaly6090]

Marty Stuart is so special. He is a treasure and he sounds amazing. The Fabulous Superlatives are extremely special as well ! Thank you for sharing your talents and special gifts with us! This is professionalism and class at its best! What talents!! Great video! Wow!!!

[@WillyPDX94]

I love Marty and his Fab Superlatives. Virtuosos one and all. Real deal musicians, too. ✌❤

[@diment0857]

These guys sure know how to carry a tune. Jazz, blues and country music are America's cultural gift to the world.

[@kellyandrewson6387]

You guys are awesome!!! The cream of the music crop. I enjoy everything you do. Mastery of your instrument, vocals and vocal harmony - you all rock. All us musicians look up to you.

[@kennybluet5527]

Best country band in the universe.

[@mistergee3604]

Marty has the best hair in show business...

[@timothyhayes2935]

Harry's is better.

[@rickbullock4331]

Wow! How entertaining was that? Marty and his band are top notch performers to say the least.👍👍🇨🇦

[@jameslawson5772]

I’ve listened to Marty my whole life, watched his show, seen all the footage of him and Tritt, but nothing compares to these. Astounding to say the lest

[@lynnpeterthorson5277]

Best country band in the land. Non-genre restricted concerts where they play music of OUR country.

[@rille-online]

Probably one of the best things that ever happened in 2024 , great gig , great show , many thanks Tiny Desk !

[@bumperroan8211]

wow, that's Kenny Vaughan! I didn't know he was part of Marty's band. I first heard him backing up Lucinda Williams, and he's a legendary Nashville session musician and a great guitarist. Always liked his spare technique.

[@jpb1231000]

Chris Scruggs is a FORCE!!! Vocals, Bass, Stand up bass, Lap Steel, mandolin, drums and he is said to be the best GUITARIST in THIS BAND! Oooohhh and he's a MUSIC HISTORIAN too!

[@jrh4ua1]

My hero man

[@littlechicago7482]

@@jrh4ua1 And mine too!

[@MrUltraworld]

I'm a rocker through and through, I'm not too fond of country music. But I Love Marty Stuart and his Superlatives. The level of musicianship and the lack of gimmicks have always attracted me to this band. These are all great musicians in their own right. I never miss an opportunity to see this band.

[@dap777754]

The scarf strikes me as a gimmick. Now I like Kenny Vaughan a lot, but Stuart strikes me as half and half, 50% gimmick.

[@brianmcglade8164]

​@dap777754 it's just his style!

[@bigd3087]

@@dap777754 that's "musician flair", in essence. Go look up "Marty Stuart KEXP", check out his gear on that stage...

[@bobfromoilcity7274]

No clothing can ever be a musical gimmick, don’t be ridiculous. Just close your eyes and listen. In these guys’ case, they dress up out of respect for their audience, the traditions of country music, and the music itself. They’re completely relaxed but they’re the complete opposite of casual. And you’ve got Marty dead wrong, sorry.

[@MrUltraworld]

@@bobfromoilcity7274 Couldn't have said it better. Marty is an accomplished picker and singer.

[@hanzzarkov7690]

Just gonna say Kenny has some absolutely killer in your face guitars, and the skills for it.

[@garymccormick323]

Saw them last night, Kenny had four guitars lined up..When Marty said 'good night' and the red Rickenbacker hadn't been touched I knew they'd be back for the encore, and sure enough they came back and Kenny picked up that and made it chime..So good

[@jeffschoening7049]

If you ever get a chance to see them live....go! You won't be disappointed.

[@BigCheeseRumble]

I had heard of Marty Stuart, but now I feel like I know him. Very cool; that last song “Heaven” was beautiful.

[@wantsomecoffee]

Stuart. Marty Stuart.

[@crishanaloritsch5483]

My late father loved Marty Stuart. Now I get why! Mr. Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives have gained a new fan! They are terrific!

[@svgs650r]

Go see them LIVE and in Person!

[@TRIChuckles]

Like so many, live really is another level!

[@briangreen1971]

Wow!, yes I’ve heard of Marty Stuart but I couldn’t name one song, now I’m a new fan! Gotta add him to my playlist! Great band ! What musicianship&showmanship!,

[@GratefulZen]

Their music is…heaven!

[@DonaldMerrit]

As a musician I have been a heavy Rock and roller my whole life, I want to hear 60 years old something changed in my ears have gravitated to this kind of clean music.

[@deanross4090]

They are fabulous. So much talent and they enjoy what they do.

[@todddonaldson2822]

Cousin Kenny’s 12 string sound is so good! Such a great band

[@calnonhardy4002]

My favorite group. They can do it all. Write,play and sing. Chris Scruggs is super talented. His mother is the great Gail Davies.

[@rockinredneck57]

Don't forget his father and that side of the family. Gary Scruggs is his father, Earl is his grandfather. He comes by his talent honestly. He's a complete country music historian.

[@chrisktcpt1252]

Just the casual way they go about it. So effortlessly talented.

[@alcatmusic8442]

Generally speaking, I am only marginally a fan of Country or Bluegrass music. But I have to say that Marty and his group gave such a tight, clean, sound with simplistic but wonderful arrangements, and I truly loved this performance. Thank you tiny desk once again!

[@gerardhayden-uj5pe]

Magnificent musicians need Magnificent material!

[@randyrowland1571]

Saw them along with Chris Stapleton in Columbia, SC. They are a great band and I really enjoy Marty's TV show!!

[@jonnydoe85]

These dudes are as smooth as butter. Been a huge Marty and HFS fan for years.

[@stevewhitton8671]

THIS BAND IS SO GREAT. THEY ARE ONE OF A KIND........ YOU GO COUSIN KENNY!!!

[@jeffwolinski2659]

Harry Stinson is one of the greatest harmony singers anywhere!

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Absolutely. But don't leave Chris Scruggs out. He is also an extremely good harmony singer.......just in a different key/register. It takes the group to sound this good.

[@CyndieAmala]

Yes Marty Stuart needs to be added to my playlist! How did I not have his songs there to begin with? lol

[@charlesberger6618]

Yep...I can relate! I'm 74 and still "discovering" gems like Marty.

[@CyndieAmala]

@@charlesberger6618 I listened to him a lot in the 90's! He is indeed a legend 🎵🎶

[@rockinredneck57]

Several great albums. A couple of don't miss gems are "Country Music", and "Saturday Night, Sunday Morning". Oh, and the critically acclaimed "Pilgrim". You can't go wrong with those.

[@bobfromoilcity7274]

Sweetheart of The Rodeo 50th Anniversary Tour with McGuinn, Hillman, and this band. There’s an album out.

[@kenromero9236]

Always amazing! Love Marty’s hair.

[@jessicachaves5564]

Except for color it hasn’t changed for 50 years. At least.

[@terrywhyte7397]

Brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@barrywilliamsjr5390]

I thoroughly enjoyed this Tiny Desk concert. I watched every episode of The Marty Stuart Show and I would love to see Country legends Tanya Tucker and Vince Gill on future episodes of Tiny Desk.

[@jamsohnson8579]

Professional musicians make it look like every time is the first time they played it. The smiles on their faces.

[@wendelynmusic]

First heard Marty Stuart in the 70's when I was 14. Real Country music. Love it.

[@emersongalvao2898]

What a music lesson, that they gave us; beautiful harmonies at "Heaven". Thank you NPR!

[@JackBond-in3og]

Man, one great groove after another- Harry! 😎 J Cash, Buddy Holly, Bo Diddley and others smiling Heavily up yonder!! 4 Great, natural” musicians doin’ it right! Thanks, Marty and the boys! 😎🎶

[@Ridge4ev]

Incredible talented beatifull persons. That was amazing gig! I´m crying for happines and joy with this great performance. God bless you all, you are the way blessing future. And lots of thanks to Tiny Desk for possibility to hear and see great artists all over world! Regards Riku from Finland.

[@ruthbennett6954]

Caught them playing in Interlochen mi,they were with Steve Miller,which was good but Marty and his superlatives were great,my 30 year old son walked away a bluegrass/Marty Stuart fan that day..and understood why I absolutely love Marty and his superlatives..one of the best..

[@maximusretrievers]

Thanks to my son Max for pointing me to this video. Thanks to LaVelle Hunt and his crew for bringing Marty, Kenny, Chris and Harry to our historic Lincoln theater in Decatur IL. We just saw them a few weeks ago as well as the year prior. As others state, Seeing these guys play live is an amazing delight. Old Clarence the B bender gets lots of play and all 4 are amazing musicians.

[@zach_hewitt]

I could listen to Marty Stuart all day long....

[@davidsummerville351]

Loved the opening song. Great performance, simple elegance.

[@MichealMcIntyre-uq5hh]

My old Dad always enjoyed Marty's show. He had me write to the boss and tell them it was the fastest half hour on TV and to make it one hour.

[@snark907]

I am NOT a fan of country music. But I loved every second of this. Superbly done and a rare treat.

[@vayabroder729]

Now you should be a convert 😉

[@BradWarrenMusic]

This IS country music. Welcome, friend.

[@tlister67]

You might just need a “western” in your country

[@geoffreywalker7308]

I literally found myself smiling the entire time watching this concert… THIS is music. What a talent.

[@mpc79]

Maybe one of the best Tiny Desk performances. Definitely in my top 5.

[@ohmbuoy1]

Absolutely the best 4some I've heard for a long time!!! Loving this NPR moment. Marty always delivers!

[@stephenlennartz3466]

I missed seeing these maestros last autumn when they played Steelville, MO. I won't make the mistake of missing them again. Fabulous. 😎🎸🎤👍

[@robertwright0n]

Marty Stewart & the SUPERlatives behind the desk are a great talent blend.

[@Jokkmokk21]

So blessed to have seen them on The Altitude Tour! Living Legends!

[@douglydooright4580]

Pure Americana… Marty and the Fabulous Superlatives never cease to amaze me!

[@aapl]

Marty and his wonderful band always delivers..if you ever get a chance to see them live..Go.

[@nathanwood8256]

Class act! Love Marty, what a national treasure

[@bluerxstandard]

the natural acoustic-ness of this set is great.. thanks Marty for showing up in a phenomenal way

[@johnr8820]

Some of country music’s finest right here!

[@garysweet8814]

These folks do it all. National Treasures!! See them live you will not be disappointed.

[@autopilotz7618]

Amazing!! Best Tiny Concert ever!

[@purplebrit]

No one is gonna be able to beat this!

[@PeteD1884]

We saw these guys in Cincinnati a few years ago. It was a really good show in a great venue (Memorial Hall). I'm glad to see they're still out there knocking out great music.

[@steveadamsthetangledparty4273]

I'm always left speechless with Marty and the Superlatives. Best thing going! See you in Northampton Ma!

[@CalebD413]

I got a quick autograph from Marty in 2007. Back when Greyfox bluegrass festival was still held in Ancramdale, NY. Amazing night of music that was. Go see them live if you get the chance!

[@silversun4600]

Perfect Monday morning pick-me-up!✌🏼

[@paulwilson3401]

Tiny Desk keeps bringing great music in this venue that shows listeners what greatness is like up close. Marty and the Superlatives . , rarely does talent, depth and love for many of the forms of American come together better than with Marty and the Superlatives.

[@ronnieparfait]

Just 6 min in and these guys are blowing me away, awesome musicians very entertaining. 🤯🎸🥁🤘🏼✌🏼

[@robertwynkoop7112]

Unbelievably talented, this is a true American treasure!

[@nets1776]

Go to one of their shows, all you do the whole time is smile! What a treat. We get to see them again in September in Massachusetts, I can't wait.

[@fordsrestorations970]

Every time I drop in to see Marty and the boys I end up laying my silver Tomahawk down I'm leaving with no regrets 😌

[@bheehive4497]

American Icon that never stopped being cool when everyone tried so hard with fame. The OG>

[@Max-million]

Marty and Band are straight 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Shovel-om7kn]

Great little set amigos. I surely did enjoy Heaven. Well done. Made me feel good. Semper Fi

[@kelly2558]

Wow. You guys! The gospel harmony is amazing.