Molly Tuttle - Helpless (Neil Young) | The Influences

‪@MollyTuttle‬ played a cover of Neil Young's 'Helpless' for The Influences.
Filmed at TakeRoot festival in Groningen, The Netherlands.
Filmed by ‪@DemiKnightmusic‬, Rachel Huneker & Matthijs van der Ven.
Audio recorded & mixed by Matthijs van der Ven.
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[@bridgetgill3651]

First heard this track in my scruffy little flat in Chester uk when the album came out. It blew my mind, I had never heard anything like it before. My pal said to me "you will not be listening to this music when you are 30".. Well here I am 73, still listening to Neil Young and listening to this brilliant version of a legendary song.

[@deltavee]

Great tune but Molly made it timeless.

[@freetomato]

Thank you for sharing that sweet memory. I am a bit younger than you, and feel the same way about many songs. 🍻

[@charleyhathaway2954]

Same age. Still love to play and sing this song in D. Molly Tuttle is so amazing. Saw her with Old Crow Medicine Show at the Ryman. Best concert I've ever seen. Cheers!

[@junco477]

Amen. Clocking in at 76.

[@olddoc4430]

Ditto at 76 ❤❤

[@nopenadanowaynohow]

No way that Neil Young ever thought it possible for this song to sound this damn good!

[@pridgenwatkins2867]

Molly Tuttle is a virtuoso in so many styles of music, it seems she just transcends style. She is an American treasure.

[@toddthing]

"transcends style"?! Yes. Music is what flows out of her.

[@franksabatino7576]

Molly's a world treasure!

[@jgibs6251]

I'm 76 and still listen to 60s & early 70s music 90% of the time.

[@ledrose9177]

​@@jgibs6251 I'm 25 and still listen to the same music.☺

[@vasocreta]

Everything Neil intended this song to be, Molly and band brought out.

[@GaryMiller-rf6lu]

So many covers of this song and none compares with this. Molly Tuttle is such a huge talent in all aspects of her music.

[@lyad3618]

A MASTERPIECE at all levels. Great music is still alive thanks to brilliant performers like Molly Tuttle. Thank you Molly.

[@jimrebr]

Blue Blue Windows behind the Stars ✨, Yellow Moon 🌕 on the Right, Big Birds flying across the Sky, Throwing Shadows on our Eyes, Leaves me Helpless Helpless Helpless. RIP Mom, it’s been one month today since my beautiful mom died and I am indeed Helpless Helpless Helpless

[@mcstratman]

Someday Molly Tuttle, Gillian Welch, and David Rawlings will record a song and it will be the best recording in the history of recordings.

[@suzannelawson9215]

Very good singing and band. You have done this song great justice!

[@phfranklor]

Let's tell them. Great idea.

[@HWingo]

I'd love to hear a Molly Tuttle/Tyler Childers duet.

[@rahang4126]

Together with Brandi Carlile, of course !

[@michaelkenna2024]

👍

[@kencade6544]

HUGE Neil fan here, and this cover is superb. Molly's no slouch on the strings and really plays some inspired links on this. Fiddle was on point too. Anyone who says there isn't any great music happening needs to hear this and shut it!

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

MOLLY TURTLE'S VOICE IS SO PERFECT FOR THIS SONG. WELL DONE. BRAVO.

[@MrVirgo54]

TURTLE?!

[@icblundell60]

As a guy in a town in North Ontario, I wholeheartedly endorse this rendition.

[@ty9884]

If we hadn't beat Trump, I'd be asking for asylum right now.

[@jeffgriffin9747]

@@ty9884 I would reject it. We have enough liberals here now thanks

[@ty9884]

@@jeffgriffin9747 Yeah, but I make bitchen french fries and gravy.

[@treke08]

@@ty9884 Why do you people have to taint every nice thing with your politics?

[@als1023]

As a guy who was born and raised in a town in North Ontario, I follow your lead and add my vote of appreciation, and as a long time Molly fan, no suprise she nails it, and the band is superb !

[@laurentjacqui7760]

I didn't know Molly but this is actually the best version of this song I have ever heard. I love her voice and I'm going to listen more music from her

[@TheInfluences]

Glad to read this, she's spectacular. She's just released a album of all kinds of covers, and her own songs are great of course.

[@laurentjacqui7760]

@@TheInfluences She's amazing ; a star is born

[@Almond2869]

You won’t be disappointed

[@josephfusko1864]

I've heard a lot of her playing with Billy strings

[@benjaminlaster3773]

if you're a grateful dead fan check out her cover of "standing on the moon"

[@JB_Eckl]

Molly’s rhythm playing here is so dynamic! This is how you illuminate a song. Wow.

[@cliffleath7983]

This is my FAVORITE Neil Young song, I am 74 and grooved to it in my teens in the 60’s. Great job on the vocal and the accompaniment just a good testament to Neil.

[@radtek2]

78 here and remember that song well....I have a Neil Young fan from his early beginnings with Buffalo Springfield. I have been a fan Of Molly since her Rise release, she is so talented! This is the best cover I have heard of Neil's Helpless.

[@melonhead49]

1993 I got front row tix to see Neil in Austin, Tx. Ate a bunch of mushrooms before the show and was flying. The curtains open an Neil is playing the pipe organ and busts out this tune. A moment forever saturated into my melon

[@erichughes2546]

You know Neil doesn't mess around in concert. He goes all out. I saw him in 99 and he played one of the longest shows I have ever seen and I have seen a lot of shows.

[@ellet4103]

Back when Austin was cool. "Keep Austin Weird" is just a scary phrase right now. I go away for a few years and they just kill the place.

[@blmrgtr]

@@ellet4103 yea. fucking sad.

[@bobjones6572]

Thanks for one of my favourite KZbin comments.

[@ellet4103]

@@erichughes2546 Was this in Austin?

[@limeplasterer2766]

What a voice, what a song - and we can listen and see it for free, doesn't seem right...

[@TheManOnTheRail]

Lucky to see her play Helpless solo in a bar in London.

[@stevejewett3650]

This is one of the songs that defined my teenage years. Wistful and lonesome, but still very soothing and cathartic. Molly really expresses the mood of this piece and the guys are true to it as well. Many of Neil's songs have a timeless quality and may remain relevant for many generations to come.

[@lisaturowsky5805]

I would only add, many of Neil's song will remain relevant!

[@michaelbuchanan3212]

Molly is such an incredible talent

[@lancetraynor8572]

Almost beyond expression. This is how a song becomes yours.

[@remygarrison1451]

This band was made to do this song. Molly absolutely owns the guitar. Just awesome.

[@YouTubeallowedmynametobestolen]

Her voice fits this song so well.

[@gregoryruyvaert9265]

Obviously, she's a great guitarist, but listen to her voice. She is an exceptional singer too!

[@superdriver777]

Such a tasteful solo...what a musician! It fit the song so well...she's capable of absolutely ripping, but (to me) the restraint and note choice here demonstrate just how much she feels this song. Great rendition!

[@strumminfuel4625]

That's some of the smoothest acoustic soloing i've ever saw.

[@Firstinversion899]

Jesus, that’s good. Best example I’ve heard of a band making the perfect space for a lead singer. I’ve heard Molly do this song live, solo, a few times & I’ve always loved it. Nice to hear it with backing that she and the song both deserve.

[@vaughnmaurt5013]

Simply awesome!

[@jorgejohnson451]

Once the pandemic has passed, there will be long lines at venues across America to see and listen to performers who have honed their skills during this time.

[@bozorgone]

I am hoping for this renaissance.

[@raywest1514]

Amen!!!

[@MeneerHerculePoirot]

The pandemic will never pass. The world will forever be longing for the days of 2019. I'm not a cynic. Just a realist.

[@jorgejohnson451]

@@MeneerHerculePoirot You’re more likely right than wrong at this point. There are so many variables, though. Also consider that flu pandemics die out. Not after taking millions, to be sure. But they do die out.

[@mindisbuddha]

Molly's covers are mind boggling. (And man can those guys sing!)

[@sefghimassi8600]

This is an excellent, moving version of the Neil Young classic. Thanks, Molly!

[@MisterNiles]

Molly Tuttle always seems to make the right choices rhythmically. She is a bad ass rhythmatist, as demonstrated here. She always nails tempos too. She pays attention to the right stuff. I'm endlessly impressed.

[@johnselig8261]

What a lovely girl and voice! Says Gold Rush Drummer in Las Vegas's Premier Neil Young Tribute Band!

[@brucekronberg8492]

I've heard many covers of that excellent Neil Young composition, Molly's is the best, really a great performance.

[@deanoemonsjr8543]

I grew up with this song..........ahh high school. I do love this version as well.

[@Jakfilm]

Awesome. A song that has been with me seemingly my whole life.

[@92548dannyt]

So underrated, She's a gem.

[@siriosstar4789]

Molly's opening notes are spectacular and done without even looking .

[@thebreakfastmenu]

Molly really knows how to work those dynamics

[@jaylair6366]

I only heard Molly for the first time just yesterday, a cover of She's a Rainbow. I can't think when I've been so moved by an artist, any artist of any kind, the piercing soulfulness... alacrity, love.

[@r.g.carter3908]

you know, when your from north ontario, that first line really sends shivers and a little sadness down your spine. what a great rendition

[@boomerdell]

Neil Young is one of my favorite musical artists of all time, and I’ve always loved this song. Yet, with all do respect to Neil and his incredible recording of his song...I believe this version is now my favorite.

[@idaho2ndgens240]

As a die hard Neil Young fan who bought his first 45 years many many years ago, this song has accompanied me on many adventures and good times. So good to hear you play it. Heart of Gold.

[@niceguy8283]

She is the sweetest. Beautiful talent. I love her so much.

[@leftypick4854]

One great song played by some fine musicians. Thanks a bunch Molly. I can't decide which one is best, if your singing or your guitar playing. As it even matters. You are the whole package. Man, what a gift for the ears and for the brain.

[@Ejit55]

Goosebumps, emotions and joy, what a voice 👌👏👏👏 please come over to Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ❤

[@cliftonjackson7531]

I hope Neal checked this out, I'm sure it would make him happy. Molly is incredible great picker and singer.

[@aegier]

I can never hear this song without hearing Joni Mitchel's sidestage backing vocals to Neil Young and The Bands rendition at the Last Waltz. This comes close. X

[@jeanwillis7774]

Yes,that’s right,and Neilly out of his head on dope...but it was fine..so fine...as is this xx 🇨🇦

[@Ash-fm6ym]

My most favourite concert/movie of all time, so good to get high too lol

[@gurryshark6027]

Neil Young will always be a big influence to all generations on this planet. I'm wonder'n if any Ontarions applaud at Molly's concert playing "Helpless", and the word Ontario comes up? Molly is a great guitarist and banjo player, so glad to find her and others shining amongst other type of musical genre?

[@davidrushton2334]

Yeah. Nice try. Comes close and it's good alright but the vocals don't make the hairs on the back my neck stand up like the version you mention.

[@aegier]

yep everytime!!😑

[@jagtone]

Not an easy song to do justice to. This is beautiful.

[@michaelkenna2024]

Agreed. 👍

[@vincentlussier8264]

That's because she's Molly Tuttle!

[@thijsvandenbrink6596]

I'm a Neil Young fan, 59 y.o. and this cover is chilling...

[@apgwilym]

Every so often I come back to this. It is like it nourishes me.

[@TheInfluences]

Glad to hear that!

[@daniellomax6094]

such grace and extending my faith with never bending a note when so much more is available. gorgeous.

[@jules7471]

Any relation to Alan?

[@JohnHarrison-jl4wk]

Some songs just never lose their relevance .. Beautifully done🙏💕

[@DrBuzz-ti7vo]

DAMN, but this is a gorgeous rendition. I'm ashamed that I didn't know Molly Tuttle until now: her voice and guitar playing are heaven-sent, and she definitely knows how to make a song her own. Brava, Ms. Tuttle, bravi to the group.

[@stuartschnare152]

Couldn’t get any better!

[@billroberts4910]

This young lady just continues to make me smile. Every single song. Love her.

[@thijsvandenbrink6596]

Since a few weeks I'm 60 y.o. I've heard a lot; Neil Young, Jackson Brown, Joni Mitchell, Boni Rait, Linda Ronstadt, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, you name it. But this ....is so good... it's so powerfull, pure redemption

[@notbraindead7298]

Molly, Shawn Colvin, Allison Krause 😊

[@sergiorighetto4250]

Il grande NEIL YOUNG può essere solo che felice. GRAZIE MOLLY FANTASTICA...

[@jameshart3436]

Finally you-tube recommendations gets it right!

[@michaelgarrity6090]

What a totally beautiful cover by Molly and her band of one of Neil Young's most beautiful songs. 👍 👍 👍 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@stevemckenna9667]

Best cover of this song ever. Molly off the dial, and Christian Sedelmyer fiddle, woof. If you EVER get a chance to see 10 String Symphony (his duo with Rachel Baiman) don't miss it

[@thescowlingschnauzer]

Do you know who the bassist and drummer are?

[@jimibel]

This is beyond belief! I've always loved this song, but this brings it to a whole new level!

[@jackpine7304]

Thank you Molly, from a guy , in a town , in North Ontario!

[@als1023]

Same from a guy born and raised in a town whose name means land of the the wild goose in Ojibway. A very strong favourite amongst all who lived there, powerful songwriting, and an incredible version from a world class talent.

[@johnmitrikas7303]

Here here. I’m from Wawa , Ontario. This song just gets to me. I’m a huge Neil fan and this is beautiful.

[@ChristopherCudworth]

Her guitar compliments her voice so well. Neil channeled.

[@smokeymcpot69]

Thats Ramona Flowers

[@andrewmair7371]

I’m a Molly fan, she’s great, & it’s a lovely version… but when she arrived at the solo I thought 💭 ‘Not too many notes please!’ ☝️😊 Bluegrass players always have a tendency to overplay… 🤷🏻 Dunno why, perhaps it’s just the format, but they ALWAYS cram as many notes as poss in any given framework 🤷🏻‍♂️ I repeat: I am a fan, but less is more, & I patiently await the day I hear a (predominantly) bluegrass player play any form of solo with a relationship to s.p.a.c.e ~

[@douglasmccoll6296]

from somewhere near that small town.....aahhhh man, amen, just beautiful.

[@TheInfluences]

Thanks for watching Douglas!

[@markartusio]

Sublime.............. Great vocals, backup vocals, musicianship. This version is so sweet, it almost makes me cry.

[@Pops5033]

i actually am at a loss for anything that would even remotely do justice to her rendition of one of my favorite young songs. if angels could sing this is what they'd sound like.

[@paramidge8935]

Beautiful - sat here in my kitchen and just had to sing along.

[@rogerknox9147]

The raw evocation of Northern Ontario's landscape in this version is unique!

[@MutantD0g]

I do like minimalism in my music, and I like Molly Tuttle as a 'traditional' vocalist. So I give this one two upvotes.

[@vincenzo6162]

That guitar tone is so damned good’ totally bad ass performance

[@DCM8828]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@majorcornell3799]

A True Artist

[@jimmycollette9209]

Molly knocked this out of the park. You are so good. Probably better than you know. One of my favorites.

[@beckyfinch6628]

Wow!!! Molly, this is brilliant!!!! What a beautiful rendition of one of Neil's classics!!! Very nicely done by band and Harmony's too!!! Neil is not easy to do covers on, but you all slayed this,!!! BRAVO!!!✌️

[@gaetanogiuliano357]

concordo pienamente! Brano difficile da suonare e cantare senza scadere nel banale. Solo veri musicisti possono eseguirlo. La voce di Molly poi è meravigliosa!

[@dennisferrell3662]

Incredible cover of this classic song. Molly just keeps finding more ways to be great.

[@nickdangeur6107]

Molly Tuttle's cover of this song really woke me up to the meaning of this tune for me. I'm 60 years old, and after living almost 31 years on my farm in northern Wisconsin, my reasons to stay here, wrong or right, have always been greatly influenced by this concept..."all my changes were there." I was a young city boy back then. My wife, my kids didn't exist for me at that time, but they do now. The beauty, the familiarity, the belonging... all have thrown shadows on my eyes to make a decision to leave. Thank you, Molly

[@lindamacduff2566]

You should consider writing. You said what you said so beautifully. Nice to meet you!

[@ringsofsaturnn6153]

Beautiful.

[@johnfarmer4099]

@@lindamacduff2566 Wow. I don't even understand what he said.

[@AudioFileZ]

Molly makes a classic new again. She owns it!

[@kmoney7774]

God that solo gives me chills every time and I can t get enough of it!!

[@BuffaloC305]

It takes me back to my original listening, the initial wet-eyed response. That's so kind and wondful.

[@garbb5611]

Tasteful, respectful of the original while making it her own

[@jeffdaniels1260]

@@garbb5611 Absolutely agree. As well, her solo cover of the Jerry Garcia/Robert Hunter song "Standing On The Moon" is equally stunning. Highly recommend!!! I can't stop listening to it....

[@sheckyfeinstein]

When great artists make great music they tend to smile.

[@kennethplace6323]

Rainy Saturday morning, her vocals give me chills!

[@danielalpin967]

One of my favourite artists covering my favourite artist, went to see her a couple of times in the north east of England, if she'd done this I think my head would have exploded

[@themarlboroughs1387]

What a stunning rendition of this song. Beautiful. An amazing array of musicians, thanks for sharing it!

[@WilliamHunterII]

Wow! Molly is a very special young lady.

[@johnsrygley1448]

I’ve watched this video more than all the others by all the others combined. It reminds me of a scene from Lost in Translation only with the greatest music and musicianship you can imagine. Molly Tuttle plays and sings and transcends the original and herself.

[@LawrieFWhite]

Tears in my eyes- really sensitive interpretation ❤️ it

[@ivandubinsky1857]

NIce job on that old classic.

[@user-pg1qh2py8t]

Beautiful, simple and powerful rolled in one...❤❤

[@louistardif5398]

What a rainbow you are Molly. Such a great touching performance.

[@JackFate76]

What a beautiful voice.

[@TheBookerstein]

Ever song Molly does is an awesome version!

[@lawrenceashlock6392]

Molly seems so pure, yet simply refined..I will listen to her often!

[@imannonymous7707]

I'm in that northern ontario town right now. Neil young's childhood home is ten miles from here. ....its nice to see people still diggn this tune.....peace yall

[@Harv4282]

Thank you, Neil, for writing such a wonderful vehicle for the amazing talent like Molly to interpret. She and her band are is so in the zone. Looking at the facial expressions of them tells so much about the heart felt emotion put into bringing the lyrics alive. Wonderful.

[@steveh531]

I love everything about this performance. Molly's singing and guitar work; the fiddle and other instrument backing; and that sweet, sweet harmony!! Well Done!!

[@struandonald1599]

A wonderful rendition of a truly great song and I am sure Neil Young would really appreciate the way Molly delivers his great song writing.

[@loiclejannou4751]

Never heard a guitar sounding like a banjo !!!! Interesting ! ... And beautiful !

[@alive1945]

The Artist Still Known as Molly Tuttle

[@16HUDASH]

There is still so much beauty still in this world. What a great cover. Neil would be very proud!!! Thanks for making beautiful music for us to hear 🎧. God Bless 🙏

[@davidcox2197]

Molly you are the total package on stage, awesome guitarist, awesome singer. Wow.

[@krabauke]

Yes, I agree, the best Cover of "Helpless" .... Hey Molly my brother and I saw you play in a Dresden church. We wouldn't like to miss your wonderful voice and guitar/Banjo play anymore. Hope you'll be back over here sometime!