Some exciting news from banjo shredder, Kyle Tuttle…
Highlights:
- Kyle Tuttle Live in 2020 released Friday, February 26.
- The album is available on all online streaming platforms, including Spotify, Google Play and Apple Music.
Album Art by Wicked Awesome
Nashville, TN—Kyle Tuttle released his second album, a live EP Kyle Tuttle Live in 2020, on Friday, February 26th, almost a year to date when the album was recorded. The album features songs recorded live two different nights, at The Mill & Mine in Knoxville, TN on February 26, 2020 and The Hunt House in Atlanta, Georgia on February 28 2020, opening for Railroad Earth. At the time of recording, no one knew what the next year would bring. It was Kyle Tuttle Band’s (KTB) first tour of the year, and subsequently also the last before COVID-19 hit.
Kyle Tuttle Band brings high energy jams with a rocky, bluegrass style. The band consists of James Kittleman on drums, Julian Pinelli, fiddle, and Ben DeBerry on bass. The live EP brings a handful of covers such as “Mystery Train” originally by Junior Parker, which is the first released single available on Friday, February 12. Tuttle also brings some of his originals like “Birdie Strut” which is an upbeat instrumental with a catchy flow.
“It felt great to be hitting the road with fresh energy. Spirits in the van were high. That energy is captured well on these tapes. New material and arrangements had the band still on our toes, and that’s when the magic really happens,” says Tuttle.
Vince Herman of Leftover Salmon raves, “Kyle Tuttle Live in 2020 is proof that, yes, there were signs of life and even outright joy in 2020. The band sounds great. Tight rhythm section, and the fiddle and banjo take you to good places while you say ‘dang that’s some good playing!’ High level musicianship and innovative tones played with fun in mind. Put it in your ears now.”
Listen to the new album on Spotify here
Charm City Bluegrass Festival | Baltimore, MD | April 28, 2018 | Photo by Will Rawls
Upcoming Shows
3/11 Nashville, TN - Station Inn
3/20 Cincinnati, OH Riverfront Live with Rumpke Mountain Boys
Stay up to date on all upcoming shows and news by visiting www.kyletuttle.com
About Kyle Tuttle
International Banjo Champion Kyle Tuttle is shredding his way through the jamgrass scene. Since moving to Nashville in 2012 Kyle has shared the stage with many epic performers, most notably as a member of the Jeff Austin Band for 3 years. Kyle has also worked closely with Jamgrass legends Larry Keel, Travelin’ McCourys, Leftover Salmon, Greensky Bluegrass, Billy Strings, and Railroad Earth. In addition to being seen around the jamgrass circuit, Kyle is a studio musician in Nashville, and recently produced the Chain Station album ‘Backroads’.
Charm City Bluegrass Festival | Baltimore, MD | April 28, 2018 | Photo by Will Rawls