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| Jennifer Salmi-Ray, Appleton, WI | January 22, 2008 |
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I met Marty for the first time when I was 7 at the U.P. State Fair. He was opening for Reba. After the show, he was signing autographs and meeting fans. He signed the back of my shirt and kissed me on the cheek. I melted! I wore that shirt until it was too worn out to wear! I will see him at Country USA this summer... even in the rain! |
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| Darin Durham, Richmond, VA | November 24, 2007 |
| I think Marty is one of the best out there. He is still playing traditional music has well. I have seen him twice. | |
| Ken M, Sheboygan, WI | October 7, 2007 |
| I first saw Marty at Bean Blossom when he was playing mandolin in Lester's band, I'm thinking it must have been 1971. He was crazy good, a little honky-tonk looking kid playing one hundred and ten percent. I was just learning about bluegrass and was still a little starstruck at Bean Blossom, what with Bill Monroe and Kenny Baker just walking around among the common folks and such. I carried around a tape recorder in the parking lot that year and still have a tape of two 13-year-old boys playing "Shucking the Corn." It was pure, like listening to Don Stover. I was just dying to see Lester that night and he was, well, he's still sort of the gold standard, isn't he? It was also impossible not to see Marty. Crazy good. I think that was the year, too, when Ricky Skaggs and Keith Whitley played with Ralph Stanley, or that may have been the year before. As the years have passed, Marty continues to show what a unique artist he is. As much as I like and respect his musicianship, I think his efforts to preserve country music's heritage are as important. And love the show on XM radio, too. | |
| Connie Mullins, Dayton, Ohio | July 22, 2007 |
| Marty Stuart is one of the best! It seems impossible that he has been around so long. He's still fresh in his music and his talent is awesome. | |
| Bess Wilson | July 22, 2007 |
| Finally had time to look at pics/read about this year's Late Night Jam. Looks like it was quite a show. Really hate I didn't get a ticket and find the time to go. Not the first time I regretted it, but now I really do! Thanks for your fabulous website, as usual. | |
| Karen Gravina, Hull, Massachusetts | July 18, 2007 |
| I would like to express my appreciation for the show tonight [at Johnny D's, Somerville, MA]. I found it simply beautiful and so very soulful. I was impressed with the humility and the show was even better than I had expected. | |
| Steve Pennington, Jena, Louisiana | July 16, 2007 |
| My wife and I saw Marty in Arcadia, Louisiana in 2002. The weekend was full of great performers and all did a great job. Marty did his show and, like always, talked with the fans afterwards. There were so many people trying to get to Marty to speak to him, I was about ready to give up and then It seemed as if everyone was beginning to walk away. I knew this would be my chance. I ran to my truck and got my mandolin and when I returned, there was one lady talking to Marty. When the lady finished I handed my mandolin to Marty hoping he would autograph it for me. Instead he began to play it. Wouldn`t you know I didn`t have my camera. He played for a while and made comments on my mandolin and handed it back. I did get it autographed and got a chance to chat with one of the nicest guys in the world. My mandolin with Marty Stuart's signature is one of my most prized possessions and will be handed down to my daughter who is 4 years old and loves bluegrass music. Thanks Marty. | |
| Peggy Lawson | July 3, 2007 |
| I was at the West Salem Sesquicentennial Celebration on Sunday, July 1. I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the concert. I got some good pictures and an autograph. It was a great time. Thanks go out to Marty and his Fabulous Superlatives. | |
| Maria Cicchino, Morristown, NJ | June 27, 2007 |
| Marty Stuart and his "Very" Fabulous Superlatives were extraordinary last night at B.B. Kings, New York City. They played all acoustic with such power and charisma. Each member of the band is sooooo talented. I am in envy and completely loved seeing them in this neck of the country. In my opinion, Marty is a living legend and his taste for picking band mates is as on-the-money as was Johnny Cash's for picking him. Please come back. | |
| Andrew Whaling, Orlando, FL | May 15, 2007 |
| I thoroughly enjoyed Marty and his band at the inaugural Stagecoach Festival in Indio, CA. His stories were very interesting to hear, and his playing was great. I wish that I had asked him, I was in the front row, about the b-bender guitar that he was playing. I thought there was probably something special about that old telecaster, and from my research I found out the story behind it. He really blew everyone away when he played "Stayin' Alive" for his new neighbor, Barry Gibb. Thanks for a great show. | |
| Lana White, Geelong, Victoria, Australia | February 20, 2007 |
| I've just returned from a tour of the southern states of the USA and visited Nashville. It blew me away. I have always been a country and western fan but, quite frankly, had never heard of Marty Stuart. We do not have the exposure here to country music as much as in the U.S. Now I can't get enough of him. I play his music in the car, at home, and at work, which happens to be in a hospital in Victoria, Australia. The surgeons there are getting used to his music and also asking who he is. What a great voice and great music. I'm now researching and trying to find out as much as I can about him. I am totally addicted to his music now and can't wait to hear more of it. | |
| David C., Charlotte, NC | January 31, 2007 |
| I saw Marty and his band in Asheville at the Warren Haynes Christmas Jam in December 2006 and he and his band were great. I believe they were one of the very highest points of the evening. He had the crowd going better than anyone else that evening. | |
| Glenn and Vivian Spain, Decatur, IL | January 4, 2007 |
| After receiving the three CD collection prior to Christmas and listening to it, I just want to thank Marty for allowing the late and great Josh Graves to have the time he did on the Live At The Ryman CD. Not too many entertainers of today will give up the spotlight for someone else on stage, let alone on a record. Being a has-been that never was myself, it's great to have people like Marty around. | |
| Michael Stevens, New Bedford, MA | November 26, 2006 |
| Marty and the Fabulous Superlatives blew into the Whaling City (New Bedford, MA) and brought their amazing brand of Bluegrass/Country music to an appreciative audience who ate it up like a plate of southern fried chicken. The guys played off one another beautifully, while Marty regaled stories of his upbringing in the business. It was my first time seeing him live and I'm glad I went. The band was equally talented and the drummer,,,,, wow can he hold a note during one of the gospel songs. Truly amazing! | |
| Marcia Ballard, Winchester, KY | November 15, 2006 |
| I had the opportunity to see Marty and his band perform at the Little Nashville Opry in Nashville, Indiana this past Saturday night. I used to go to a Marty show at least a few times a year. Somehow, my life got busier and I wasn't able to go as often. In fact, it's been a few years since I've been to a show. I just want to say that Marty did not disappoint me! It was a fabulous show! It was great to hear him play all my old favorites as well as some of his newer songs. Now I can't wait until I can go to another Marty show. I hope he will come somewhere nearby soon! | |
| Arthur Levine | October 20, 2006 |
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I just caught Marty Stuart tonight at the Strathmore. First of all the negatives. The venue is not a good one for country music. The mostly older, mostly sedate crowd seemed like season subscribers of the Strathmore who had no idea who Marty was. The opening act, Last Train Home, struck me as low-budget Nashville at its worst. Now the positives. Marty is of course a great performer and his band is top-notch! Vaughan is an amazing guitar player and Marty's no slouch on guitar and mandolin either. The set went by all too quickly, and while the atmosphere was constrained due to the venue, he still managed to generate some real heat from time to time. I'd love to see him in a more appropriate setting! |
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| Kolla Jons, Iceland | October 13, 2006 |
| Since I got to know Marty's music, I have loved him and his music. He is music all through. His talent is above the rest. He is simply the best. I wish he would come and pay Iceland a visit. | |
| Jeff Wall | September 24, 2006 |
| At the 2006 Americana Music Festival and Conference, the show of the evening was Marty Stuart. He's put on a little weight, but he actually looks healthier than I have ever seen him look. Kenny Vaughan was in a Nudie suit and hat and looked like he just stepped out of Webb Pierce's closet. I had always thought Marty had gotten lazy as a guitar player, relying too much on the various stunt pickers (Brad Davis, Kenny Vaughan, etc.) to do the heavy lifting. Not so last night. He really put Frankenstein through the paces (Frankenstein is the Tele previously owned by Clarence White with the original B-Bender installed). I mean, he wrung that bender out and it was a beautiful thing. | |
| Bob Ellis Jopson, Hendersonville, NC | September 8, 2006 |
| I just had the privilege of seeing Marty at his first solo performance in 35 years at the Handlebar in Greenville, SC. It was an awesome show and, once again, reinforced the fact that Marty belongs right up at the top of the country charts. But like he once told me at Gruene Hall in Texas, C-M-A today means "country my ass!" Marty is and continues to be the real deal when it comes to traditional country music and just like another neo-traditionalist doesn't capitulate his principles and convictions! A rarity in our cash-driven society today, obsessed with only the almighty buck! Another thing I admire about Marty is his taste in back-up musicians. His current lead guitar player Kenny Vaughan and I once played together in Denver when he sat in with my band "Pink Cadillac." He blew me away in 1986 and still does to this day. Marty couldn't have picked a better guitar soulmate! | |
| Gina Floyd | August 13, 2006 |
| I wanted to say thanks for Marty coming to the Georgia Mountain Fair. When I was a little girl, it was the Georgia Mountain Bluegrass Fair. Now they have all kinds of music but Marty's bluegrass was so powerful. I am retired from the Air Force. We had a Women's Veterans Dedication to our Memorial and I believe it was Connie Smith asking us what it was like to be a veteran and thanking us for her women's rights and all the freedoms she has. She was a really nice lady and I remember that. I know Marty and the Superlatives put on a powerful show that I will never forget. | |
| Sandi | August 13, 2006 |
| My friend and I are avid fans of Marty and His Fabulous Superlatives. We cannot get enough of them. We saw them at the Ryman and the next show will be at the Little Nashville Opry in Nashville, Indiana. Marty just keeps getting better and better. Each show tops the last which I don't know how that is possible. We had the pleasure of meeting Brian who was performing with another act on the General Jackson Show Boat in Nashville. I'm waiting for his new album to come out, too. | |
| Joyce Harmon, Indianapolis, IN | June 26, 2006 |
| I attended Marty's show Saturday night in Edinburgh, IN. It's been several years since I saw him in concert;, and although he has always been a wonderful performer, he has only become stronger and more dynamic over time. The Fabulous Superlatives are amazing. These are the Hillbilly Beatles! I now understand why the Deadheads followed Jerry Garcia night after night, as I could happily follow Marty and his cohorts every night of the week | |
| Evelyn Totty, Mayfield, KY | April 25, 2006 |
| I have been through some tough times in the last month or so, but when I get a Marty CD out and listen to it or when I caught Marty hosting the Opry a few weeks ago, that helps. Marty lifts my spirits with his music. Always has and always will! Hope to see a Marty concert soon! | |
| George Haber, Jericho, NY | April 2, 2006 |
| Saw the concert in tribute to country music and the Grand Ole Opry at the Kennedy Center in D.C. last weekend (March 26). Although my wife and I are big Travis Tritt and Del McCoury fans, we quickly became Marty Stuart fans after watching and listening to him host the event and play some tunes with Travis and Del's son on the mandolin. Marty is a true all-around entertainer, with a wonderful gift of gab to accompany his solid musical skills and sense of humor. I haven't seen many country stars who can handle a stage like he can! We're now busy searching for top albums of his and anxiously awaiting his free concert outside Lincoln Center in New York City in August. | |
| John Rock Perga | March 31, 2006 |
| Badlands, Souls' Chapel and Live At The Ryman Not Just one release but Three within a year. WOW! I found three more fine additions to a county music man of integrity. Badlands is about the plight of the American Indian and the Lakota tribe. The quality of the guitar playing here is so darn good. I wish I could play this stuff. His telecaster leads are cutting and clean. Souls' Chapel contains original and traditional gospel. "The Unseen Hand" is a harmonic dream vocally. Real fine Sunday, country gospel music. Finally Live at the Ryman has the hottest pickings of this new millennium. How you can make "Orange Blossom Special" sound fresh is a wonder. Marty was the beginning of reviving my love of county music after seeing him live. I'm going to come back in my next life as a steel guitar player. | |
| Bianca Corcoran, Hamilton, OH | March 27, 2006 |
| I have seen Marty a few times. I was lucky to see him in Mason, Ohio and at the Southgate House in Kentucky. I wanted to see him in Springfield, Ohio but wasn't able to make it. He is the best around. I love his shows and everything about him. I hope he makes it back to Ohio soon. | |
| Brenda Graves. Somerville, OH | March 18, 2006 |
| I am sitting here right now listening to Souls' Chapel. It will bring tears to your eyes. I have everything Marty has released and this CD ranks right at the top. This is a CD that was a long time coming and it is great. My only regret is that my mother and father have passed and didn't get to hear it. But maybe they are listening along with me. I love you, Marty. You are the greatest. You and Connie keep up the good work. Don't let this be your only gospel album. | |
| Alan Cameron, Austin, TX | March 5, 2006 |
| I entered Waterloo Records in Austin, Texas and asked for the Badlands CD. The teller located one, and I left happy ready to enjoy the music. What I got was a spiritual awakening and soul shock! No artist today offers the passion and heart that I feel when I listen to this CD. Most of America will say they regret what the owners of this Country endured - but because of Marty Stuart, we all have an opportunity to feel the tremendous charachter traits of native Americans: Honor, Respect, Integrity and Faith! Thank You Marty and band. | |
| Juanita Hardin, Louisville, KY | February 17, 2006 |
| I have been a fan of Marty's for many years. I do dearly miss his fan club parties. We had some great times at them. I will say that Marty is a very good musician and I miss him. I wish he would come to Louisville so I can see him again. | |
| Deb Harvey, Wapella, IL | February 6, 2006 |
| Creator blessed Marty with a voice and America should be proud of what he has done with it. I went to South Dakota a couple years ago--when i first saw the Blackhills I was in awe, but, as we drew closer I cried. I could hear the tears of the elders now gone and of the people today. The destruction and commercialism is mindboggling. I am not of native descent but my husband is Cherokee. We were named in sweat by Eagle man (Ed Magaw ). My name is singing turtle dove woman and my husband is blackhorse warrior. We honor the history and culture of these noble people--- and wear the shame of our ancestors for the way the people have been treated. Marty has honored all of us with hismusic---I can listen to it and be transported to the blackhills and feel the fight as well as the pain in his words---It makes me feel both sad and hopeful----hopeful because with people like Marty to continue to tell the stories and sing the songs, Black Elk's vision for us all may still be possible. | |
| Dave Johnson, Belpre, Ohio | February 5, 2006 |
| I have never written a comment before to Marty Stuart, however, the televised portion of the Opry (on February 4) with Marty Stuart was the best I had ever seen. I had written to GAC before and told them I know a lot of people want to see traditional singers and dancing. Marty brought it all full-circle. Porter Wagoner's song with that traditional steel guitar sound was fantastic. Also, the show was totally entertaining and Marty knows how to do it up right. Here's hoping they put Marty in charge of the programming. The ratings will skyrocket with him at the helm. | |
| Keith McCartt, Cincinnati, OH | January 23, 2006 |
| I attended the show that Marty did at The Southgate House in Newport Kentucky on January 20, 2006. It was my first time seeing Marty live and he is one of those performers that once you see his show you will want to see him everytime he comes to town just like it was with Elvis Presley. Marty and his band did an excellent show and they are the best musicians that you can see today on a stage. Marty has a great singing voice and everyone knows how great he is at playing the guitar and mandolin. I`ve seen a lot of country music acts in the last 25 years which includes George Jones, Alan Jackson, Conway Twitty and Elvis Presley and Marty rates right there at the top with these artists. I will never forget seeing him in concert and I am looking forward to seeing him again. | |
| Phil Jones | January 18, 2006 |
| I see that Marty and the Fabulous Superlatives are soon to be in the Washington DC area on one day, then to upstate NY the next, then back down to DC on the next day, and then back up to upstate NY the next. Who books these shows, Wrong Way Corrigan? Whatever, we love Marty and the Boys! | |
| Jayne E. Wanka | January 3, 2006 |
| I watched the Marty Stuart interview on GAC TV last night, 1/2/06. I was really taken by the story of him cooing his current wife at age 12 by donning a bright yellow shirt. What a terrific story. With all of the memorabilia, I'm wondering if Marty still has the shirt. We'd love to see the shirt or a picture at Countryfest over here in Wisconsin! I very much enjoyed the interview and look forward to seeing Marty at Countryfest in June 2006. | |
| Rae Mitchell, Bolovia, NC | December 25, 2005 |
| First of all I bought Badlands as soon as it came out and I have on my player every day. I LOVE IT. I had the pleasure of meeting Marty about 10 years ago in Wilmington, NC backstage at the Yellow Rose. He was the nicest person. He stood and talked for about 20 minutes after he had just done a show. He even gave us an autograph. I think he's GREAT. | |
| Kim and Emily | December 18, 2005 |
| I sure enjoy Marty's new CD. My daughter thinks it's awesome. We watched his story on the Badlands on CMT. Awesome good, Marty. | |
| Helen Manhan | November 16, 2005 |
| I am redoing my new CD player and trying to obtain all of Marty's CDs, so I bought Badlands, Souls' Chapel and all the rest I did not have. He is one of the greatest!!! | |
| Steve aka Mix King | November 4, 2005 |
| As a monitor engineer for Miller Production Company, I had the distinct pleasure of working with Marty Stuart at Cowboys in Greenville, SC about 9 or 10 years ago. Anyone who knows anything about being a monitor engineer knows how stressful it can be. Thus the joke: What's the difference between a monitor and a commode? Answer: A commode only has to take crap from one ass at a time. The show that I worked with Marty was pure pleasure. I have worked hundreds of shows, but that one will always stand out in my mind. He's one of the nicest guys I've ever met. To prove my point, half way down the ramp leaving the stage after his encore, he stopped, turned around, walked back up the ramp, stepped over into the monitor world and shook my hand telling me what an excellent job I had done. I just wanted to thank you for taking your time to maintain this site for all of his fans, me being just one of them! | |
| Evelyn Totty, Mayfield, KY | October 31, 2005 |
| I love the new gospel CD I purchased recently from Mr. Jim Hill and have been listening to it when I can. I am so happy that Marty finally recorded it. Keep up the great work. It's been a while since I saw Marty, but I am in need of a Marty concert and hope it will be soon. | |
| Lewis | October 28, 2005 |
| As a long time Marty Stuart fan, I think his Badlands CD is the best work he's ever done. I had to go to six stores to find the CD but it was well worth the search. I've been a long time supporter of the Native American, and it's about time someone recorded a tribute to them. I hope Marty keeps up the great work. | |
| Vicki Keown, Ellijay, GA | October 25, 2005 |
| I have been following Marty Stuart and his music for 16 years now and I must say that he has mastered his talent and touches the hearts of all. I pray he will continue to entertain us for many more years. We love you, Marty. | |
| Ken Blankenship | October 23, 2005 |
| My first time seeing Marty Stuart was the other night and I had a blast. i actually play hard rock and metal guitar but those guys blaze. It was a real breath of fresh air to see some "real country music." Hell, it's good to see anybody play genuine music these days of any type. Marty and his band are the real deal, Thanks for the good time. | |
| Shery Rose Bauer | October 1, 2005 |
| Just wanted to add that I am Marty's number one fan. I was born at Pine Ridge, South Dakota on June 13, 1948 to a father that was half French, German and 1/32 Ogalala Sioux. So I'm a member of the tribe. I am very proud of my heritage and remember seeing Marty at Rosebud Casino the year that he married Connie Smith. I missed the concert this spring at Pine Ridge. I've always followed his career and care for him so much and all he believes in. | |
| Kolla Jons | September 30, 2005 |
| I think that today is Marty's birthday. My best wishes to him and all his friends. I am still waiting for my Souls' Chapel album to be sent to Iceland. I am looking forward to it. Best wishes for all Marty's fans. | |
| Patty Fisher, Buckhannon, WV | September 30, 2005 |
| I just wanted to say "Happy Birthday" to Marty. He shares the same birthday as my daughter. She turns 13 today. | |
| Dave Nichols, Murphysboro, IL | September 29, 2005 |
| I was blown away by the song "Country Boy Rock and Roll" that Marty performed at the Opry Benefit concert Tuesday night. Marty and Kenny Vaughan had those Fender Telecasters smokin'. I love that pure, clean, country/rockabilly sound that only Marty Stuart can put out there and no one else can duplicate. Marty, you've got to release this song on a CD soon. | |
| Joe Bohner, Holgate, OH | September 10, 2005 |
| I purchased Marty's new album last week and it blew me away. Souls' Chapel is one of the finest new gospel albums I have heard in recent memory. I first saw Marty back in the 80's with the Cash show and he just keeps getting better with age. I also think his Superlatives are the finest band in country music. Keep up the good work! | |
| Marcia Howell-Chaney | August 31, 2005 |
| After watching all the devastation on the news about Hurricane Katrina, I was thankful I live in an area free from the destruction. My prayers go out to everyone who has families and friends affected by this disaster. I purchased Souls' chapel last evening. Marty just keeps getting better. I just love the vocals of Marty and his Fabulous Superlatives. Their voices are just great. The song Brian sings, "I can't Even Walk (Without You Holding My Hand)," really had me thinking and brought tears to my eyes. This CD really made me think how God has helped me in so many ways. I just want Marty and his Fabulous Superlatives to know I appreciate their music and the wonderful work they did on this CD. | |
| Susan Landry | August 23, 2005 |
| I attended the Havelock Jamboree and was blown away by Marty’s performance. To rate him against all of the other performers, Tanya Tucker, Ronnie Hawkins, etc. etc., he was, in my opinion, the best. His picking and singing went right through you so that you wanted to get up and dance. I did. If he gets a chance to read this I congratulate him on his performance and I look forward to being able to attend any concert if he comes again to Canada and the Toronto area. | |
| Joyce Teel | August 16, 2005 |
| I went to the Lake Country Musicfest in South Hill, Virginia on August 13th. I waited a lifetime to see Marty and Travis Tritt together. Was a memorable event. | |
| Karen Olges, Wright City, Missouri | August 15, 2005 |
| I just wanted to comment that I am so pleased to see stars behaving like every day people. I was visiting New York the week of August 9-14, 2005. I was eating a late evening meal at the Carnegie Deli when Marty and some of the gang walked in and sat at a corner table. I was in awe! I wanted desperately to approach them and say hello, but I thought they may have wanted to be able to enjoy their dinner. Anyway it was a thrill in and of itself to see them in the deli and I am still excited about it. I'm sorry I missed Marty and the Superlatives' performance in the Village. Kudos to such a great all around band! | |
| LittlemanDennis | August 11, 2005 |
| This site is awesome. Thank so very much for posting it. It makes me smile. Marty has helped me through a lot with his music. I'm sure I speak for a lot of people in America when I say, "Thanks Marty." | |
| Edye Murphy, Madison, TN | January 9, 2005 |
| I work at a car wash in Hendersonville, Tennessee that Marty and wife Connie come to now and then. I just want everyone to know that these two lovely people have the greatest personalities. They talk to us and treat us just like we were friends. I do appreciate them and have the highest respect for them both. A lot of times, a big star won't take the time to talk to you or take interest in your life but Marty and Connie do and I thank them for being so sweet to us all at work and not brushing us off. I love you two with all my heart! | |
| Ann Kuhlman, New Auburn, WI | December 26, 2004 |
| I was very sick on Christmas Eve. Had to miss the family Christmas Party. Watched the White House Ceremony on December 2, 2004 on PBS: a musical show and lighting of the tree. I was very touched by Marty Stuart's performance of pray for a "Peaceful World." This is a recording that needs to go out around this World, in every language. And every caught terrorist needs to hear it played 1,000 times in his language. We have been in a war without a hopeful song. Now we have one. Please call your radio stations and request it. I am going to start on Monday. It needs to be released as a single. Many have wanted to do something for peace. Here is our chance. Help get this song recognition! | |
| Rockin' Robin Nash, Bethalto, IL | November 19, 2004 |
| I used to go see Marty every time he was within, oh say, 300 miles. Well things change. Life changes, and I hadn't been able to do that now for several years. Last month, I had the pleasure of going just around the corner ... literally and seeing him play at the Music Room in Meadowbrook, IL. I've seen him play the huge venues in St. Louis and many other cities and, I'm sorry ... nothing compares to Marty in a room like this. It's a musician's hang out to begin with and Marty played like he belonged there every Saturday night. The music was awesome and I really liked the Fabulous whatchamacallems ... lol (The Fabulous Superlatives were wonderful.) Great group of pickers ... and their boss wasn't too shabby on that mandolin either! Rock on! | |
| Tracie Reaves, Ft. Thomas, KY | October 29, 2004 |
| I just wanted to comment on the show at the Grand Victoria Casino (Indiana) Marty did back in August. It was a great show, but I sure do miss the Rock & Roll Cowboys. The music is a little different now but Marty is still MARTY!!!!!! I've seen a lot of Marty's shows over the years, and I was so happy to hear him play "Mirrors don't Lie"!!!!!! I'd never heard that performed live before and it was GREAT since I love his older music. Lookin' forward to the next show! | |
| Sandra Dziedziula, Detroit, MI | September 30, 2004 |
| Happy Birthday to Marty! May this year be filled with many successes for our guy, just as he's had for a long time now. What more can he ask out of life. He found love and he found a home in country music history. Not everyone needs to be incredibly famous -- true talent sometimes gets to have a SOLID career and happiness -- that's Marty! Thanks for the great music, Marty. | |
| Rosalie Keough, Export, PA | September 3, 2004 |
| I was just on countrynation.com and read a sad article about Marty. It just sickens me to think that with such a great CD that he has put out, that radio and Nashville didn't recognize him. This just sort of breaks my heart. I love the man and always will. As far as I'm concerned, he is and always will be one of the best in my eyes. I just love Marty! [Read the article here] | |
| Tony Trout, Brasstown, NC | August 15, 2004 |
| I saw Marty in concert for the very first time last night in Hiawassee, Georgia and it was awesome! "The Fabulous Superlatives" were AWESOME! "Cousin" Kenny Vaughan (as Marty called him last night) was unbelievable! Harry Stinson is one of the finest drummers I've ever heard. A funny moment with Harry happened after they had done a Gospel song and Harry was going back to the drums. He had his coat sitting on the drum stool and he accidentally sat on the jacket. Marty suddenly began the next song and Harry was trying to get the jacket out from underneath him and he almost missed the beginning of the song.
Marty did songs like "Mirrors Don't Lie," "The Whiskey Ain't Workin'," "Farmer's Blues," Hillbilly Rock," and a few other tunes. It was awesome! I got my guitar signed by Marty and I bought a tee-shirt and a picture and had Marty autograph another picture that I'd brought along. He was so kind (although he did seem to be in a hurry to get outta there....) but I'm so glad that I got to see him in concert! It was an experience that I'll never forget! |
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| Jill Jaacks, Sioux Falls, SD | August 14, 2004 |
| I had the opportunity to see Brad Davis playing with Sam Bush here in Sioux Falls on August 10. It was a great show and Brad was wonderful as always!! We had a chance to talk to him quite a bit after the show. It sounds like things are going well for him, and he has some great opportunities on the horizon. Sure makes me miss the good ol' Rock & Roll Cowboys days though! I would highly recommend taking in this show if they are ever in your area. | |
| Cindi Connolly, Easton, MD | August 10, 2004 |
| I know a few things and what I know, I know well. I know Marty is a kind and giving person who tries, and like most of us, sometimes drops the ball. I know he was unfailing gracious to my Mom when she was alive, and I know that she'll intercede for him now because he was her "favorite son" (she had three daughters). Hang in there Marty. | |
| Georgia Sanders, Grove City, OH | July 19, 2004 |
| My husband, myself and our two boys (7 and 10) saw Marty and Connie Saturday night when they were here in Columbus, Ohio. It was a WONDERFUL concert. I had already seen Marty in action before at his first Marty Party at Fan Fair in 2002. I told my family they were in for a treat. My boys really enjoyed the concert, and my youngest (Nick) was upset because we had to leave and he didn't get Marty's autograph. I told him I already had a picture with Marty's autograph and he said, "but that's you, not me," with tears streaming out of his eyes. I told him I would take him to another concert some time. My husband even thinks Marty's great after seeing him live in concert!
There will never be another Marty Stuart. He has it all -- the looks, talent and a great smile!!! |
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| Wendi, Jacksonville, FL | July 9, 2004 |
| As I am sure anyone who has ever met Marty can attest that he is a man who can truly touch your life. I have had the privilege of being acquainted with him over the years and know that he has had to fight these demons before, and I wish him the best of luck with his struggles and may he find the happiness he is in search of. | |
| Dolores Holiday, Morgan County, Ohio | July 8, 2004 |
| Marty is such a fantastic singer, songwriter, and all-around musician. The world would be a very sad place without him. I hope he thinks twice before drinking and driving again. It's too bad he didn't have somebody there to take his keys and drive him where he needed to go. | |
| Ercelle Pinter, Moss Point, MS | June 28, 2004 |
| I'm so happy to find out Marty's fans are supporting him in this time of need. Marty has the best fans in the world. I love him and will continue to pray for him and Connie. They are the best! | |
| Texas Ed North, Kerrville, TX | June 25, 2004 |
| Just heard "Farmer's Blues" for the first time on CMT. It grabbed me by the collar and jerked me up next to the TV and said, "goddammnit.....listen to this!!!! THIS IS COUNTRY. I am blown away with the thing. God bless ya. | |
| Evelyn Totty, Mayfield, KY | May 18, 2004 |
| Well, another fantastic concert of Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives has come and gone for me. I saw them for two concerts May 7, 2004 at Casino Aztar in Evansville, Indiana and I had a wonderful Friday night. It was the weekend of my anniversary and birthday and I couldn't have asked for a better one. My friends from Springfield, Jim and Diane Gilmore, took me and when the guys found out it was my birthday weekend, they wished me a Happy Birthday at both meet and greets after both shows. I got to give Marty two kisses, one after the first show and one after the second show. Thanks, Marty, for letting me do that. I got a big hug from Brian Glenn after the second show. Thanks Marty for a great night! See you and the guys really soon again! | |
| Lou Bergamo, Brookhaven, PA | April 30, 2004 |
| My wife and I just saw our first Marty Stuart concert and I hope it's not our last! We drove to Annapolis, MD and saw him perform at the Rams Head Tavern. I know it's all been said before but what an absolutely fabulous performer and gracious man. After the show, Marty and the band signed a photo and my copy of The Pilgrim (incredible album). And we got to have our picture taken with him and then with the band. He even thanked us for coming all the way from PA to see him. All I can say is that it's worth driving further than an hour-and-a-half to see Marty and the Fabulous Superlatives! | |
| Kathy Williams, Grand Ridge, FL | February 28, 2004 |
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I just had to write and tell you just how much my family and I appreciate Marty Stuart and Merle Haggard paying homage to the backbone of America!! My husband and I have been farming his family's farm for the entire 32 years of our marriage, with him never working off the farm. Now, our son is the 5th generation to work this land, and we can proudly say that we are still working the same land (plus some bought in later years, as well as leased property). The times do indeed get hard, and we have had to resort to rolling change to pay the light bill, etc. at times, but we are still hanging in there and have no intentions of going anywhere, as this is the life we chose and the life we love. It is ironic that, when we first became aware of this song, we were in the process of the "waiting game" from the bank to see if our loan was going to go through (and, thanks to the good Lord, it did), as my son and his wife are expecting a son of their own in April and we want to ensure that he has the chance to be the 6th generation to farm this land. Again, thanks to Marty and Merle for calling attention to our small, but, in my opinion, elite group of people that put their own families well-being on the line every spring and fall just to keep doing the job they love, and to keeping this the most well-fed nation in the world. As long as we know that there are a few people out there that understand and appreciate all that we do, we can continue to feel good about this life we chose. We will never be rich monetarily, but we do have a drove of wild turkeys that we can spy on every morning, plenty of doves in the fall, a pond for the grandchildren to fish from, and deer right in our barnyard at times. Most of all, we have the knowledge that we are doing things our way, and that even if people don't understand why we keep at it, with little or no profit some years, we know that, without people like us, things for EVERYONE would get mighty tough! Thanks again, Marty and Merle, and may God continue to richly bless you. |
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| Note from Sherry: When this message came through, it brought tears to my eyes. I wrote Kathy and asked if I could share this with the rest of Marty's fans. Her response was:
Sherry, You certainly have my permission to use my message on the website. Thank you so much for your response and interest. It is good to know that there is actually a "live person" associated with the web site. Thanks again, Kathy Williams |
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| Ercelle Pinter, Moss Point, MS | February 6, 2004 |
| I love this website! Ever since I got my first computer for Christmas, it is the only website that I visit often. Marty is the best performer in the world. He's the only one I would pay to see. Keep up the good work. This website is great! | |
| Sue Remmy | February 2, 2004 |
| Wow! How lucky can I get? After a quick trip out to the mall and Wal-Mart, I got home about 10 minutes til 9:00 last night. When I walked in the door, I thought "maybe I'll turn on the Opry real quick." Like I said .... how lucky can I get? Marty sang "Somebody Saved Me" with the Superlatives like a DREAM! I sat in awe since I have not seen Marty in quite a little while. It was just what I needed to charge me up and make me peaceful all at once. He looked good and sounded great. Loved the striped jacket. His voice was wonderful and the guitar was so cool-looking. Once again, he proved he is the man. A unique performance from the original unique performer. Thanks Marty for a truly wonderful 5 minutes of my Saturday night! | |
| Viola Boudreau | January 11, 2004 |
| Hi. I went to see Marty at the Turner Center in Arcadia, Florida on January 10th and it was the most beautiful concert I've been to in a long time and, I must say, I've been to quite a few of them. I always liked Marty, however, had never seen him in concert. He seems to treat his band wonderfully and, of course, they were wonderful. Can't wait to go see them again because THEY ARE THE FABULOUS SUPERLATIVES. | |
| Troubadour | January 10, 2004 |
| Marty Stuart may well deserve James Brown's title as "The Hardest Working Man in Show Business!" Just saw him and his Fabulous Superlatives tonight for the first time, and what a show they put on! They were part of the "Legends of the Grand Ole Opry" along with Jesse McReynolds and the Virginia Boys and Stonewall Jackson, playing a small venue here in Arcadia, Florida. I found it amazing that all three of the Fabulous Superlatives are from this area. The show was charged with high energy and they sure looked like they were having a great time. Being a John R. Cash fan, I appreciated his version of "Rock Island Line" and was really blown away by the remake of Cash's "Walls of a Prison" that is on the new album. I stood in line afterwards and bought the CD, got an autograph and my pic taken with Marty. Thanks, Marty (if you ever read this) for a special evening. Y'all come on over to the Official Johnny Cash website and visit some likeminded folks who love Marty too. The forum is great, as is the chat room. If you make it by there, you'll find me under the handle "Swamp Rat." Keep rockin' Marty, and keep the pure country sound and John R.'s music alive! | |
| Jason Huffman, New Bern, NC | November 3, 2003 |
| I found out 5 days before the show that Marty was playing the Midnight Rodeo in Morehead City, NC. on Friday October 31, an hour from my house. My fiance and I immediately made plans because I'm a huge fan. When he came on, we were 15 feet away from him and I saw the best concert I've ever been to. Marty and the band had such a good time, and they were awesome. After it was over, I bought a photo of Marty and he and the band autographed it. He handed it back to my fiance and said "Thank you ma'am." Then he saw me and stuck out his hand and shook mine. There is not a better show to go see. The Fabulous Superlatives are just that, Fabulous musicians and singers. Marty let each of them sing a song I thought that was cool. | |
| Rick Landes, Westfield, WI | October 24, 2003 |
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Wow! What a concert. My hair is still standing on end. Marty was great, doing a tribute song to Johnny Cash "Never Got Over That Wall" (?). His own "The Whisky Ain't Workin' Anymore," "Touch Me, Turn Me On and Burn Me down". Marty's voice got a little hoarse so Kenny played and sang. I did not know what to expect when this to skinny, too tall to be taken too seriously guy with the sober look moved to the mike. What a surprise! Fast licks and a smooth Buddy Holly like voice and moves. Bass was played very well. And the drummer had a great bluesy rendition. Also, the warm-up Ballie and the Boys was very good. Personal favorite was Ballie's 15-year-old daughter doing "Blue"...move over LeAnn.. |
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| Chris Schaefer | October 13, 2003 |
| The last concert I was at was the No Hats Tour in was it 1992? or 1993? I can't remember that far back. Since then I have gotten married and have had three children. My oldest son (Alex) now 9 used to sing "Touch Me, Turn Me On & Burn Me Down" when he was 2. He sang it everywhere we went -- including the grocery store (where we got alot of looks). He even referred to Marty as "Uncle Marty" and now my 5-year-old twins (Marty & Casey) call him "Uncle Marty". My husband bought me ticket for my birthday to see Marty at Arie Crown theater in Chicago on October 24th (2nd row Orchestra Pit). My entire family is going to see Marty. We can't wait to go. The kids are so thrilled that they are going to see "Uncle Marty". I'm sure it will be a night to remember. | |
| Helen Marie Kleinman, Wilmington, OH | September 14, 2003 |
| I just wanted Marty to know how wonderful his interview was Saturday night on CMT on the death of Johnny Cash. It was the first time I ever heard anyone say how much they understood that now Johnny was where he will be eternally happy with the Lord and his beloved June. Marty was concerned for Johnny and not for HIMSELF, Marty is not only a Great Singer but a Great Person, no crying about how much he will MISS Johnny but how glad he is for him not to be suffering with pain from disease and the pain in his heart from losing June. You could see the pain in Marty's face but felt the love in his heart. I saw Marty at the Grand Old Opry in May of this year the weekend just before June Carter Cash passed and on that show he took time to mention June and to ask everyone to pray for her. His part of the Opry that night was wonderful. It so much fun to watch Marty have such fun doing a job he loves to do. How many of us get to do that. I will be attending a festival in Crestline, Ohio on the 20th of Sept and can hardly wait to see such a great singer and also a great human being again. | |
| Ginger and Bob, San Diego, CA | August 13, 2003 |
| We just got back from Scottsdale, Arizona where we had the immense pleasure of seeing two shows of Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives at Casino Arizona. Both shows were fantastic and different in regards to the playlist. Marty leaves it all on the stage and the Superlatives are Fabulous! Marty met with fans after both shows. Cousin Kenny came out after the second show. Very gracious, the two of them. We've been fans of Marty's since 1987. What an incredible artist. What an incredible evening. Thank you again, Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives: Kenny, Harry and Brian. | |
| Joyce Hall | August 10, 2003 |
| Hello everyone ~:) .... I just stopped by because the last time I posted here, I posted about this GREAT song I caught the tail end of on the Opry a while back and they ended up cutting half the song going to a commercial. I was blown away by this song and, lo and behold, I was watching "Imus in the Morning" a few weeks back and Marty was on and I was quite happy to learn he not only had a new CD coming out and was going back out on the road, but I found out what this song was by coming here (thank you) and also found out that he has included this song on his new CD. "A Satisfied Mind" is the song and then I got even luckier. I saw him on Most Wanted Live last night and he did that song. Oh my God! Marty has totally won me over. I was half there anyway! Ha ha.... Oh my God. What a GREAT band he has. That guitar player is fantastic. They play so well together. I am going to order an autographed copy of it, I believe it's on GAC? or CMT? I'll find it. But if all this good news was not fab enough, I just found out the Marty Party is going to roll into Milwaukee, Wisconsin and don't you know I will be there. I love this man's music. I hope they end up doing a video of that song. I had done some research on the song and heard Porter's version as well as Louvins. Marty does it so well. What a HOT band and I mean HOT as in performers. He's got a good crew out with him. AMEN ~ Can't wait to see them. Marty has taken me back to COUNTRY MUSIC. | |
| Kristina Darby | August 10, 2003 |
| I saw this beautiful man in Dayton, Ohio. He was with Travis Tritt on the Double Trouble Tour. That was a night I will never forget. I got to meet Marty for the first time that night. I got so weak in my knees that I couldn't stand up at the very first glance of him. I needed help to stand up. It was finally my turn to meet him and I gave Marty a great, big hug. I didn't want to let go, but had to. He is my #1 country singer and I love him very much. If I had a man who looked like him, I would hang on to him and never let him go. I wish him great luck in everything he does in life. I am so glad he is back singing again 'cause I sure did miss his singing when he was gone from his career. I hope he tours Dayton, Ohio again. I will be there most definitely. I wouldn't miss it for the world. | |
| Sandy Maule | August 6, 2003 |
| I saw Marty and the Fabulous Superlatives Saturday, August 2 at the Schaefferstown Fire Company in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania. What a show! Marty and the guys were really smokin'. That was the third time I saw Marty with the new band. They really have it together. Sounded fantastic, looked awesome. What an entertainer. Marty even signed autographs. His new album is sooo good! | |
| Betty Sandridge, Mayo, MD | August 2, 2003 |
| I saw Marty last night at the Rod N Reel, Chesapeake Beach, Maryland. He changed some of the words to "If There Ain't There Ought'a Be" and added lines about buying a boat and catching some fish on the Chesapeake Bay. Awesome show. Very impressed with his style. I snuck into the back room where he and the band were resting before the meet and greet and got an autograph and got a hug as I was walking outside and he was coming back in. I even touched his "hair." Woooo Hooooooo. He signed autographs and walked around with the crowd. We waited outside near the bus and had more pics taken when he came outside. He was very down to earth and treated his fans like people. He rocked the hosue and my world!!! Hope he comes back to Maryland again! GO MARTY! WE LOVE YOU! | |
| Vicki Harris | July 31, 2003 |
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Dear Sherry: Please convey my thanks for Marty Stuart playing actual country music. I loved Ricky Skaggs's comment "Country music? What Country are they talking about?" I despise "Nashville Pop" I refuse to call it country music. The suits in Nashville have just about killed country music. In my opinion, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw are the Anti-Christs of country music. What they sing has as much to do with country music as Beverly Sills. Country music is much better than the pap Nashville is trying to pass off! Look at the success of Oh Brother Where Art Thou. "Country music" radio stations never played a note of that CD, yet people were lining up for copies. How many million copies did it sell? You gotta know that folks are starved for real music! You'd think the suits would see a trend here......... I wish Marty and Merle would be any place in Washington state this year, (I live in the Seattle area) but am not sure they'll be here. I'll keep check the website for more news. Thanks for letting me vent my country music frustration! |
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| Gene and Shirley Cunningham, Cabot, AR | July 31, 2003 |
| I don't write anyone about things like this, but Marty's plans to bring Country music shows back to the country is wonderful! My parents are in their 80's and I am in my late 50's. We were raised and grew up on the Carters and Hank Williams and Kitty Wells, Roy Acuff, etc. I can remember Hank Thompson, Bill Monroe Ernest Tubb and others playing in my small home town here in Arkansas, population 2,000 for a quarter or 50 cents in our school gym! That was truly Americana! GOD bless Marty for trying to bring the true American spirit and music back! | |
| Justin McCreary | July 19, 2003 |
| I love this website. I just bought Marty Stuart CD. It's awesome. Now he knows what Country Music is. I think my three fave songs are "If There Ain't There Oughta Be," "Sundown in Nashville," and "Farmers Blues." Now that's a cool song, but the whole album is awesome. Your #1 Fan | |
| Ric Schwimmer, Porterville, CA | July 14, 2003 |
| Great concert here on July 10th....met Marty and Connie after the concert. I had made and wore a T-shirt with Connie's pics on it........Marty was impressed and had pics of me taken in it. Connie autographed the front of the shirt and on the back, under "No. 1 Fan", Marty wrote, "#2 Fan, Marty Stuart....aka Mr. Connie Smith". A great sense of humor! I just wish there was a way of keeping up on where all Connie is appearing, cause I'd see her whenever possible (saw her in Ohio, West Virginia, Florida, and now here in California). If you know of this information, I'd appreciate it. | |
| Jill Lindvall | July 12, 2003 |
| I am truly enjoying my new Marty Stuart CD. He's #1 in my book and I've been a fan for many, many years. Congrats Marty ..... this is a winner. | |
| Mary C. Quinn | July 11, 2003 |
| Marty Stuart had the best table at Fan Fair. The people working there were happy, helpful and had a great selection of reasonably priced merchandise. I now open my mail at work every day with a Marty Stuart mail opener and I remember the great time I had there. I love the new album. How can you like country music and not love a song like "Too Much Month (At the End of the Money)"? | |
| Erin Burris | July 9, 2003 |
| I bought Country Music last week and rediscovered all that I had missed in country music since The Pilgrim was released in 1999. | |
| Rosalie Keough, Export, PA | July 2, 2003 |
| I just got my CD yesterday and it is one of the best! I just love this new CD. Marty is just one of the greatest when it comes to music. Plus the Fabulous Superlatives are one of the greatest bands. They and Marty sound so wonderful together!!! I've already watched my DVD twice. It doesn't get any better. Everyone needs this CD in their musical library. I even saw the Purple Cow in the DVD. That is awesome!!! I was there. Marty Stuart, you leave me in total awe of this new CD. Can't wait to hear it again and again. This one is different and I love it!!!! Thanks again Marty! | |
| Tim Luzier, Penfield, PA | July 1, 2003 |
| The four-year wait is finally over..great new CD...Country Music..The DVD is excellent also...Hopefully radio will give this some air time...I guess they're afraid of the hillbilly rocker..well...thanks for keeping it real..again.. two thumbs up on the CD..see you out on the Electric Barnyard Festival | |
| Kolbrún Jónsdóttir | June 25, 2003 |
| Hi there. I just come back to Iceland (where I live) from being at Fan Fair. The Late Night Jam with Marty was great. It was also great to be at the 100 Greatest Country Songs . Still, Marty was greater. Thank you Marty for being around and giving us your great music. Hope you´ll have a nice tour with the Electric Barnyard tour. Pity you don't come to Iceland. Love, Kolla J. | |
| Juanita Hardin, Louisville, KY | June 7, 2003 |
| Well, I just returned from Fan Fair and Marty's Party was another successful year. It was great and, of course, Marty looked so good. Our CMT tickets he gave us were also good. I love Marty and will be at every party I can get to. I have been a loyal fan for 10 years now. Connie and Marty looked grat. Can't wait to hear the new CD. Love you, Marty, and see you at the next show. | |
| Evelyn Totty, Mayfield, Kentucky | June 1, 2003 |
| Marty is scheduled to be at the Executive Inn in Paducah, Kentucky on June 28 and I am anxiously counting the days. I have my ticket down in front of the stage. I can hardly wait. It has been 9 years since Marty has been to Paducah and it will be the best night for me since I haven't seen Marty in a couple of years. I am looking forward to hearing the new band also. See ya June 28th, Marty! | |
| Gale Johnson | April 20, 2003 |
| I was sitting in front of the TV tonight watching the 40 Greatest Country Women, and SURPRISE there is my FAVORITE country singer! Marty, your warmth and respect for other country singers and love for the Grand Ole Opry are just a few of the things I enjoy about you. In 1993, when I had the wonderful opportunity to see you in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, you were everything I knew you would be. Funny, handsome and one talented individual!! In opinion, you have not gotten the recognition you so deserve...but please rest assured that you have fans who love and appreciate you...So, keep up the good work...AND PLEASE ...come see us in Sunny SOUTH CAROLINA!! We miss you! | |
| Jill Jaacks, Sioux Falls, SD | April 6, 2003 |
| I recently had the chance to see three Marty concerts in two nights. We attended two shows in Flandreau, SD on April 3rd and then Marty's show in Sloan, IA on April 4th. I hadn't seen Marty since August of 2001 so it is great to see him out on the road again. He looked and sounded wonderful as always! We all enjoyed his new songs that he sang and I think that he will have a hit record on his hands when it is released this summer. I know that I will be one of the first to go out and buy it. I have now seen Marty in concert 100+ times and there were just a few things missing: Brad, Steve and Gregg. Don't get me wrong, his new band has a lot of talent but the chemistry that Marty and the Rock & Roll Cowboys had just wasn't there. There was a lot of talk between the Marty fans after the first show in Flandreau and it seems that there are several rumors going around about what happened with the Rock & Roll Cowboys. Whatever the reason is that they are gone, we may never know but we all agreed-- they are greatly missed!! I enjoy your website and visit it often and will continue to check it on a regular basis to keep up on Marty's tour dates. Thank you for your wonderful website, keep up the good work! | |
| Karyn and Jeff Simonton | March 9, 2003 |
| We are so HAPPY that Marty is coming to Bend, Oregon! We love The Pilgrim CD as wellaas all of his other work. "Red, Red Wine and Cheatin' Songs" is one of our favorites. The whole CD is on our top 25 list. We appreciate real country music. Can't wait to see him on March 23!!! | |
| Mary Pudzis | February 25, 2003 |
| I went to another one of Marty's shows. I was blown away. Marty is so generous. That night I caught another guitar pick. I have about five now. Sometimes I wish I could meet Marty and give him a big hug, but the chance has never come around. All I can say is thank God Marty is around. | |
| Revis Leonard, Uvalde, TX | February 18, 2003 |
| I see that Marty is coming to Austin, TX in October. I'm hoping my husband and I can make it there to hear him. I told his dad at the family reunion this past summer in Mississippi that I'd be watching for him to get back to the San Antonio area. I'm one of his Texas Stuart cousins and we all love his music....but I'd love his music even if he wasn't kin. It's one of a kind! | |
| Mary Jo Sunstone | February 14, 2003 |
| I have been a big fan of Marty Stuart for a very long time. I was finally able to go to my first Marty Stuart concert in Dec. 2001 at the House of Blues in Orlando, Fl. And I have to say that it was great. To my surprise, I was able to meet him and have a picture taken with him. One of his crew actually took my camera onto his bus and snapped a photo of them goofing around for me. I was the best concert that I had ever been to. | |
| Gene Herndon, Wilson, NC | November 20, 2002 |
| I just want to start by saying that I've been a Marty Stuart fan ever since I saw him with Johnny Cash back in the 80's. I was tickled to read in Country Weekly that he'll have a new CD out next spring! It's nice to see Marty on TV paying tribute to other artists, but to be perfectly honest I want to here more of Marty's own music! HE's da Man! Marty Stuart don't have to take a back seat to nobody and I sincerely hope that through this next CD, the rest of the world will see that. | |
| Claudia Reese, Twin Falls, ID | November 4, 2002 |
| Well, you were right!!! When we got to Jackpot yesterday we walked in the casino and five minutes later there was the band and Marty walking around. He stopped to shake hands with my husband and I asked him if he would mind autographing a picture I had of him. I pulled it out of a bag with the Sharpie I had (I was prepared) and he graciously signed it with my name on it. And I was just a mush mouthed idiot, but I knew I would do that. At the first show he threw me his guitar pick and the last show he threw me his towel. I tell you I am a dedicated Marty Stuart fan now. Everything I got will go in a frame and I will save it forever. He was so good at the shows. He is just a beautiful talented man and with this new band I just know things are going to take off for him. When he starts his tour in the spring you can bet I will be on the look out for his concerts and try to get to as many as possible. I hope he gets somewhere in the western states. Although, I know that I will never be able to get that close to him again. This was truly an experience of a lifetime this last week. The whole family will join his fan club now and I will watch your fan page regularly for info about him. I really appreciate you keeping in contact with me this last week and informing me of what was going on. If there is ever anything I can do to help you or the Marty cause, please let me know-----Thank you again. | |
| Claudia Reese, Twin Falls, ID | November 3, 2002 |
| Just an update!!! We have made it to six shows and tonight will make eight. We are sitting right underneath him, three feet away at the most. He has shook my hand three times now and last night I gave him a dozen red roses. I think I am a dedicated fan now, Ha Ha. He is losing his voice a little but he is still putting on a great show. He said he has a new album coming out in the spring and will start a new tour then. I will let you know how the last two shows are. By the way my husband has gone to every show with me and he really likes him. | |
| Claudia Reese, Twin Falls, ID | October 31, 2002 |
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Oh my God!!!!! It is 2:00 in the morning and I will probably not sleep for days. Just got home from seeing Marty Stuart and his band perform at Jackpot, Nevada. We went to both the dinner show and the cocktail show. All I can is he was absolutely fantastic!!!! He is so handsome!!! He was perfectly dressed and his singing was out of this
world. I cannot believe what a great musician he is also. We were farther away from the stage at the dinner show but, when the cocktail show, came we sat right up to the stage so I was only five feet away from him.
I cannot believe how pretty he is!!!! His band is great and what super musicians. Kenny Vaughan did "Walk Like That," which I love. And Marty did Get "Down On Your Knees And Pray" with the guys on drums and bass doing vocal. That was wonderful. They are all real professionals. The music was the best I have heard in a long time and Marty's singing was out of this world. When the cocktail show was over and he was leaving the stage after his encore, he reached down and shook my hand. God, that was an experience. I was the only one he did that to. They didn't have any pictures or souvenirs so I am going to have to round up some. He will be at Jackpot until Sunday and we are going to try and go at least two more times to see him, if not more. I will call our local radio disc jockey in the morning at let me know how great the show is and also tell everyone I know in town to get down to Jackpot and see Marty. We really appreciate the fact that he would come to our area and put on such a great show. Just thought you might want to hear about my experience. |
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| Max Brand | October 21, 2002 |
| I've always like Marty as a country artist cause he is one of the finest the industry has to offer. It's really been awhile since I've sen Marty do live TV but, whenever he comes on, he is a delight to watch. I'm also a singer and hopefully if I ever get a chance to visit Nashville, I'd like to get up and jam with his band. Now that would be really special. | |
| Tracie Rompies | October 16, 2002 |
| I just can't imagine seeing Marty perform without Brad, Steve and Gregg!!!! It was a hard to get over not seeing Gary with them anymore also. I know Marty still sounds great. I guess change isn't always a good thing for everyone!!! Missing the Rock n Roll Cowboys and hoping they will get back together one day soon! | |
| Cindi Connolly | October 9, 2002 |
| Thanks, Sherry for the terrific pictures and article on Marty. You probably don't remember me and my Mom, but we met you at a Fan Fair party a couple of years ago. Mom has since had a major stroke, and I am now her caregiver. She still recognizes and loves Marty! I am printing out the article and pics for her and it will be a real treat for her. Thanks again. | |
| Ron Frankl | October 8, 2002 |
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Wasn't Marty great on the Opry Live segment? The Superlatives are the band Marty's always deserved. I hope he's recording with them. Finally, thanks for sharing the good news re. the Sony signing. Its been too long between releases for Marty, and the Cash tribute merely whetted my appetite for more. |
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| Kathy Schwindt, Baker, MT | October 6, 2002 |
| It is a thrill to hear that Marty is going to be coming out with a new album, it has been a long wait. It has been great to see him on tv for 2 nights in a row. | |
| Carol Cook | October 6, 2002 |
| I just want to say that I thoroughly enjoyed the Marty Late Night Jam last year to kick off Fan Fair. I go to Fan Fair with a group of about 15 people, from all over everywhere, West Virginia, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois and I got all of us tickets for Marty's party and I have to say it was the BEST! (Oh I must mention that the ONLY time this group gets together is at FAN FAIR.) The spontaneity was tremendous, we finally had to leave at 3 a.m. because we had to get a little rest before our next engagement at 8 a.m. I certainly hope that Marty keeps doing this, and my "tour group" has put me in charge of getting the tickets for this event. What an entertainer, what a nice person that Marty is, to keep taking care of the country musicians. As Cledus T. Judd said in an interview with Marty the other night on CMT, Thank God for Marty Stuart, because he IS the ambassador of Country Music and all the legacy surrounding it. | |
| Rosalie Keough, Export, PA | September 29, 2002 |
| I just finished listening to Kindred Spirits and all I can say is "WOW". I just love everything about the CD. Marty, in my eyes, is such a natural and knows what he is doing. The artists are just fantastic!! This tribute is wonderful! The talent that Marty has chosen is remarkable. Mr. Cash should feel very honored. I certainly will be pushing this CD to all that I know. I can't say enough about it. The ending was so touching that it actually brought tears to my eyes. I will always be a loyal fan to Marty he surely deserves it. As I have said many times before. Hats off to the multi-talented "Marty Stuart". | |
| Juanita Hardin | August 17, 2002 |
| Well the first time I met Marty was at the Marty Party with Jerry Lee Lewis and The Mavericks and Steve Earle. I won this trip from Louisville, KY. A friend and I got to go free of charge. It was a long dragged out taping but it was worth all of it. We stood in the front right beside the stage the whole time. That's when I fell in love. I joined the fan club and will always stay in it. Marty is one of the nicest person you could meet. He is a great artist and writer. I love him with Travis. This year's party was the greatest ever. | |
| Jay Corwin, Centreville, VA | July 27, 2002 |
| Recently, I took my 8-year-old son to see Marty in Reinholds, PA and, more recently, in Cuba, MO. And what impresses me the most, besides Marty's incredible musical talent, is what he gives back to the fan. Unlike the stars who play the big venues, Marty is very much a traditionalist who remembers his roots and very unselfishly gives back. At Cuba, MO, he shook hands with us and in Reinholds, PA, he came in for a 30-minute sound check and about 40 or so people congregated around. Instead of being "too good for the common folk," he showed us he still is an everyday person. He stayed there and signed autographs and had pictures made with all of us.
Marty is a true American Treasure! |
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| Rosalie Keough, Export, PA | July 24, 2002 |
| I should not even tell anybody about this one. Now days, I feel that everyone needs a good laugh. When I saw the Moraine, Ohio show posted, I was so excited because I thought that (and don't ask me why) it was in Moraine State Park in Pennsylvania. I have no idea as to why I thought this park was in Pennsylvania. Of course, it wasn't. So anyway, my sister-in-law and my nephew and his friend and, of course, myself were on this mission to see Marty and Connie. I was just soooo excited, with camera in hand. As we arrived at the Moraine State Park, my sister-in-law said to me, "Are you sure they are here?" There were no signs, no Marty, no Connie. Needless to say, I started to feel quite stupid. Well, my nephew sure played up on this one. We got out of the car and he, of course, started to put his arm around me and started yelling, "My Aunt Rosalie is looking for a Marty Stuart concert. Has anyone seen him?" Everyone who passed by, he would yell something to them. He really is a sweetie and was just having some fun. So, needless to say, we finally realized that it was in Moraine, Ohio. Well, that was the concert that never was. Although Marty's presence was certainly felt that day. That was my first and last time for that to happen. I hope that someone has enjoyed this. As I said, "We can all use a laugh every now and again." | |
| Sandra Dziedziula | July 10, 2002 |
| Saw Marty and Connie at the Moraine show in Wax Park and must say it was very uplifting, as always. I liked the new band (first time I've seen them anyway) and their part of the show. I even enjoyed the shower of "blessings," ha ha! We were soaked, through.....but it was worth it. I've been a fan club member since 1989, have seen Marty LOTS of times, always look forward to it, never disappointed by it. That day was my birthday. What a present!! In the meet and greet, I usually like to hug Marty. I was a MESS and he looked so nice ... but, man, I should have told it was my birthday. | |
| Danny Meadows, Charleston, SC | June 26, 2002 |
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Kathy and I were unable to attend this year even though we had already bought tickets to the Midnight Jam ... We gave the tickets to some friends who went and they had a great time. Thank you so much Sherry for your review and pictures and the review and pictures from others on this website. We got to experience the party and concert through your eyes. Marty Fans are great people. |
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| Evelyn Totty, Mayfield, KY | June 22, 2002 |
| I am sorry I missed the fan club party/late night jam this year, June 2002 and Marty with his new band. Hopefully next year, 2003, I will be able to attend the party/late night jam then. Hope to catch Marty again soon!!!! MISS YA MARTY!!!!! | |
| Here are some Fan Comments on Marty's Late Night Jam | June 18, 2002 |
| "We just returned from Nashville, and saw Marty at the Ryman the night before Fan Fair. It was wonderful!! Do you know when the tickets will be on sale for next year and where I would be on the look out for them?? Thank you."
"Hi. I was fortunate enough to attend Fan Fair 2002 after many years of wanting to. I thought it was just awesome. In fact I have my hotel room booked and my tickets for Fan Fair 2003 already booked and purchased. The one show that will forever remain lodged in my memory bank is the All Night Marty Party or All Night Jam, whatever it was called is Number 1 as for as the highlight of entertainment is concerned to me. In fact I preferred that show better than I did seeing the stars perform at the Adelphia Coliseum. Since returning home I am in the process of joining Marty's Fan Club. To me, he took center stage above all others regarding the treatment of his fans. It deeply touched me he went the extra mile for all who wanted to see him. Now getting to the purpose of this message. I hope you didn't get bored and just deleted it yet. Well I am interested in purchasing 2 tickets to his show for next year's Fan Fair at the Ryman Auditorium. I would greatly appreciate it if you could send me the information that I need so that I can hopefully get a seat much closer to the stage. Thank you very much." "If you did not see the Marty Stuart Late Night Jam, you really missed a great show. Hands down the best event at Fan Fair this year. The Ryman rocked with a full house and outstanding guests invited to perform with Marty. If you plan on Fan Fair next year, don't miss this Late Night Jam ......this party lasted til after 3 a.m. and ended with the fans wanting more!!! Thank you Marty Stuart for delivering a wonderful show for everyone. And a special thanks to Marty and his staff for making it possible to get the fan club great seats for the event. They are the BEST." |
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| Jean Turner, Bloomington, IN | June 9, 2002 |
| I just wanted to say that I saw Marty last night at the Little Nashville Opry in Nashville, IN. As always, Marty put on a wonderful show. I wasn't sure what to expect without the Cowboys. The new band members are great. Marty played some new songs which, of course, were super!! I took a friend of mine. She had never experienced a Marty Moment before. Beverly was amazed. She is hooked on Marty!! I miss the Cowboys, but life goes on and change is inevitable. I wish the Cowboys the best of luck in their new adventures to come. Who knows, maybe they will all be in the same area and can jam together for old times sake. As for the DUI, big deal. Nobody is perfect and nobody expects Marty to be perfect. It's just a bump in the road of life, and he will get over it and on with it. Just remember, WE LOVE YOU MARTY!!! | |
| Evelyn Totty, Mayfield, KY | May 25, 2002 |
| I too, was shocked to hear the ROCK'N'ROLL COWBOYS are no longer with Marty. I will miss them too very much. Especially Brad Davis, since he and Marty had been together for such a long time. I will miss Steve Arnold and his teasing me, and Gregg Stocki beating those drums. They were and still are the best to me. | |
| ROC | May 19, 2002 |
| I'm sad to hear that the Rock and Roll Cowboys are not with Marty any more. I will especially miss Brad Davis. Him and Marty playing guitar together was incredible. | |
| Rosalie Keough, Export, PA | May 15, 2002 |
| I'll be seeing Marty on May 18 (this Saturday) and I can't wait. But I am a little sad thinking that I won't see the Cowboys with Marty. Stay tuned and I'll let you all know. | |
| LaDonna Cable, Johnson City, TN | April 28, 2002 |
| Just a quick note to say I saw Marty and the Tennessee Mafia Jug Band Friday night at the Carter Fold and these show were two of the best I have seen. Marty was relaxed and happy and having a great time. It seemed as if he was right at home and did not have to prove anything to anyone. It was hard to tell who was enjoying the shows the most -- the crowd or the guys performing. If you get the chance to see Marty and the Jug Band -- GO -- it is well worth it!! | |
| Mischelle Ross, Huntsville, AL | April 18, 2002 |
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Normally a trip to the grocery store is as enjoyable as a root canal for me, but seeing Marty's picture on Martha White flour made the ordeal more pleasant. I bought a couple of bags for my Mom (Emeril does NOT feel threatened by me) and she thought it was great as she is a big fan also. I think both Marty and Connie are truly good people and I wish them the best. |
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| Stacey Calvert, Anderson, AL | April 17, 2002 |
| We all love Marty very much. I will pray for the family and hope the best comes of a difficult time in their lives. Marty and his family prayed for me when I needed, so I will always be there to cheer him on. We have been going to see Marty for about 13 years and he is still the same Marty. God Bless. | |
| Pat Johnson, New Milford, CT | April 17, 2002 |
| I cannot help but think back to a fan club party a few years ago when Marty called many of his fans up onstage and gave gifts of his personal items to say "thank you" to his fans. I have never met a star who cares so much for people. I guess now it is our turn! | |
| Judy Trickett, Murfreesboro, TN | April 11, 2002 |
| After reading the comments of Brenda Metz, I had to write this and say, Brenda, you said what I had thought of saying, too. That he that is without sin, cast the first stone. So in my opinion, no one has a right to cast any stones at Marty. Just love and pray for him. And, Marty, I still love you and am praying that everything will work out okay for you. | |
| Alexandra Chambers, Toronto, Ontario, Canada | April 11, 2002 |
| Like everyone else who has written, I would like to let Marty know that I'll still be there when the smoke clears. I have been listening to Marty since 1989 and this isn't going to change the fact that he is still a great person.
It's true that none of us "regular folks" is perfect, but we seem to think that those in the spotlight should be. Double standard....EVERYONE does at least one really stupid thing in their lives.....this is Marty's. We pay the price and move on to be a better, stronger person for having gone through it. One of the hardest things to do in life is to admit to those who love and respect you that you're wrong. Doing so is what makes us stronger. |
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| Conni | April 10, 2002 |
| I read about the DUI charge and I'm glad Marty didn't get hurt and that no one else did either. At least the article I read didn't mention injuries. The refusing to submit to a [blood alcohol] test was foolish, but what can ya do. My respect is still in tact. "Let he who is without sin...." and my feelings for him haven't changed. He's still #1 in my book and in my heart. God bless ya, Marty. | |
| Brenda Metz, Knoxville, TN | April 10, 2002 |
| My heart has broken for Marty as everyone else's has. He is not perfect by no means, but so many look up to him. I love him to death and always will love and support him. He made a mistake and, like eveyrone else, he should pay for it. That doesn't make me love him less, just pray for him more. Connie, too, because when someone you love goes through it, it hurts you just as much, too. People that want to point fingers and criticize should remember what the Bible says. "He who is without sin cast the first stone." I don't think anyone has a right to cast stones. Marty and Connie and the family need our support, prayers and love. | |
| Toni | April 10, 2002 |
| I'm sure that everyone has had a problem in their life. I try not to judge anyone since I have not been perfect. This, too, shall pass. | |
| John and Linda Ammons, Reno, NV | April 10, 2002 | </