Molly Tuttle Deliver a Virtuosic, Song-Forward Set During AmericanaFest
War Memorial Auditorium — Nashville, TN | September 13, 2019
Americana Music Festival
Molly Tuttle delivered a focused, electrifying performance at War Memorial Auditorium on September 13, 2019, as part of the Americana Music Festival, showcasing a rare blend of technical mastery and emotional clarity. In a room filled with attentive listeners and industry insiders, Tuttle leaned into precision and feel, presenting a set that felt both progressive and deeply rooted.
The strongest reactions came during standout favorites like “The High Road,” “When You’re Ready,” “Don’t Let Go,” and “Take the Journey,” each highlighting Tuttle’s fluid guitar work and clear, expressive vocals. Her flatpicking was sharp and fearless, delivered with ease rather than flash, while her songwriting carried a modern sensibility grounded in traditional structures. Rather than overwhelming the room, she allowed nuance and dynamics to do the work.
Musically, the performance balanced discipline and momentum. The band stayed tightly locked, creating a clean, supportive foundation that allowed Tuttle’s guitar lines and vocal phrasing to stand front and center. Transitions were smooth and intentional, keeping the set flowing naturally while maintaining energy throughout. In a festival environment built on close listening, the performance felt perfectly calibrated.
Additional selections included “Good Enough,” “Dooley’s Farm,” and “Crooked Tree,” offering a broader look at Tuttle’s catalog and reinforcing her ability to bridge bluegrass tradition with contemporary songwriting. The pacing felt deliberate, never rushed, and never indulgent.
The Nashville appearance underscored Molly Tuttle’s growing stature as one of Americana and bluegrass’s most compelling voices. During AmericanaFest, she delivered a performance built on musicianship and restraint—confident, forward-looking, and deeply respectful of the form.
This War Memorial Auditorium performance captured Molly Tuttle in peak form—technically fearless, song-focused, and fully aligned with an audience that values craft over spectacle.
