Marty Stuart
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About Marty Stuart
Marty Stuart is an American country and bluegrass musician, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist with a career spanning five decades. He emerged in the country music scene as a teenager playing in Lester Flatt’s bluegrass band before joining Johnny Cash’s backing band in the late 1970s.
By the 1980s and ’90s, Stuart launched a successful solo career with hits like ‘Tempted’, ‘Hillbilly Rock’, and ‘The Whiskey Ain’t Workin’ (a duet with Travis Tritt). He formed his backing band, The Fabulous Superlatives - in 2002, keeping in tune with classic country, rockabilly, and gospel traditions.
Outside of performing, Marty Stuart is a historian and archivist of country music, collecting artefacts, memorabilia, and rare recordings. His photography has been featured in museums and books, capturing legendary figures and behind-the-scenes moments in country history. He is also a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, inducted in 2020 for his contributions to the genre.
What genre of music does Marty Stuart play?
Stuart is best known for his blend of country, bluegrass, rockabilly, honky-tonk, gospel, and Americana, creating a sound that honours traditional country music.
Has Marty Stuart won any Grammy Awards?
The musician has won five Grammy Awards, including Best Country Collaboration for ‘The Whiskey Ain’t Workin’ and ‘Same Old Train’.
Who are the members of The Fabulous Superlatives?
The 2025 lineup includes Kenny Vaughan (guitar, vocals), Chris Scruggs (bass, vocals), and Harry Stinson (drums, vocals).
Has Marty Stuart ever acted in movies or TV shows?
Marty Stuart has hosted The Marty Stuart Show (2008–2014), a variety show featuring country performances and legendary guest appearances. Stuart has also been featured in documentaries such as Ken Burns' Country Music (2019), Johnny Cash: American Rebel (2015), and The Winding Stream (2014).
