Introduced as “Kez-aye-ya” by Stuart, the Nottingham woman responded naturally and confidently to sharing a stage with a titan of the scene. Combs and he played ‘ Too Stoned to Cry‘, a song which hit the crowd right in the feels. Stuart seemed to have a genuine affection for the guitarist from Texas, and the pair appeared to have a real connection. The first of the special guests was Nashville scenester, Andrew Combs. ![]() Scruggs played a rock n roll classic showing his musical pedigree, showmanship, and great voice. His grandfather is bluegrass banjo wizard Earl Scruggs – Marty Stuart toured with Lester Flatt of Flatt and Scruggs before going solo. Next, bassist “Professor” Chris Scruggs took centre stage. His high voice is strikingly in contrast to his appearance. To lengthen the set, guitarist Kenny Vaughan played two of his songs from the album ‘ V‘, ‘ Country Music Got A Hold On Me‘ and ‘ Hot Like That‘. It was still surprising when drummer Harry Stinson announced that he was “going surfing” and played ‘ Mojave‘ and ‘ La Tingo Tango‘! Reminding the crowd of his time with Johnny Cash, Stuart played ‘ Ring of Fire‘ with reverence to such a classic and a cheeky glint of his flair. The variety of styles shows the length and breadth of the band’s tenure. The set then bounced from Rockabilly songs like ‘ Tear The Woodpile Down‘ in which all members sang, to a new song ‘, Sittin’ Alone‘, which had a more 60’s sound, and ‘ Tempted‘, which has a crooner vibe. Having trained with jazz guitarist Bill Frisell his skill is apparent from the first bar. The latter has been a Fabulous Superlative since the start and toured previously with Lucinda Williams. He kicked off the show with the instrumental song ‘ Graveyard‘ where “Cousin Kenny”, a tall man with a pale, sparkly suit and a telecaster, sets the scene for a showcase of great talent. If anyone knows how to put on a double-length show at short notice, it’s him. Legend Marty Stuart has been touring with his Fabulous Superlatives since 2002, having started with Johnny Cash in the 80s. ![]() Instead, Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives and three special guests treated them to a double set, a considerably more favourable trade. ![]() Fifteen thousand cowboy hats and pairs of boots turned their eyes and ears to The Rhinestone Stage on Saturday night, where Chris Young was due to play – only thanks to Covid, he didn’t. Annual country roots and Americana weekend The Long Road Festival took place again on the August Bank Holiday at Stanford Hall.
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