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Style: Acoustic Guitar, Americana, Contemporary Bluegrass, Contemporary Folk, Contemporary Singer/Songwriter

Decades Active: 00's, 10's, 20's

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Virtuoso of Modern Bluegrass

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Roster: Bluegrass

Roster: Americana

Roster: Grammy winners

aka: Molly Rose Tuttle

Born in: California
Based in: Tennessee
Based in: Nashville

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GRAMMY award-winning Molly Tuttle was born on January 14, 1993, in Santa Clara, California, and grew up in Palo Alto. Raised in a musical family, she was exposed to bluegrass at an early age. Her father, Jack Tuttle, a renowned music instructor, played a pivotal role in her musical development, teaching her to play the guitar when she was just eight years old. By age 11, she was performing at local bluegrass festivals and quickly developed her signature flatpicking style.

Education and Musical Growth

Tuttle’s musical journey led her to the Berklee College of Music in Boston, where she studied under accomplished musicians and honed her songwriting and instrumental skills. While at Berklee, she deepened her understanding of various musical styles, blending traditional bluegrass with contemporary influences.

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Career Breakthrough and Early Recognition

After graduating from Berklee, Molly Tuttle moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where she began making a name for herself in the bluegrass and Americana scenes. In 2017, she released her debut EP, Rise, which showcased her impressive guitar skills and heartfelt songwriting. That same year, she became the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Guitar Player of the Year award, marking a historic milestone.

Solo Success and Acclaimed Albums

2018: When You’re Ready – Her first full-length album, When You’re Ready, was released in 2018 and featured a more folk and Americana-oriented sound. The album received critical acclaim, highlighting her smooth vocals, intricate guitar playing, and deeply personal lyrics.
2022: Crooked Tree – Tuttle’s bluegrass roots took center stage with Crooked Tree, released in 2022. The album, produced with Jerry Douglas, won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album and solidified her status as one of the leading figures in modern bluegrass.
2023: City of Gold – Following the success of Crooked Tree, Tuttle released City of Gold in 2023 with her band, Golden Highway. The album continued her exploration of bluegrass traditions while incorporating fresh, innovative elements.

Influences and Musical Style

Molly Tuttle‘s music is rooted in bluegrass but often blends elements of folk, country, and Americana. She is known for her flatpicking technique, clawhammer-style guitar playing, and expressive storytelling. Influences include Tony Rice, Alison Krauss, and Gillian Welch, and she has collaborated with artists like Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, and Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show.

She has cited Laurie Lewis, Kathy Kallick, Alison Krauss and Hazel Dickens as role models.

Awards and Achievements

IBMA Guitar Player of the Year (2017, 2018) – First woman to win the award.
Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album (2023) – Crooked Tree
Americana Music Honors & Awards (2022) – Instrumentalist of the Year
Multiple nominations and wins at the IBMA and Americana Music Association

Legacy and Impact on Bluegrass

Molly Tuttle is widely recognized for breaking barriers in bluegrass, especially as a female guitarist in a traditionally male-dominated genre. She continues to inspire a new generation of musicians with her technical mastery, innovative compositions, and dedication to keeping bluegrass music fresh and relevant.