NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Malpass Brothers, country music duo Chris and Taylor Malpass, today release Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics, a new live album and DVD collection celebrating the country gospel songs that have influenced their lives, careers, and musical journey. Available now through Gaither Music Group, the project brings together beloved hymns, gospel standards, and faith-filled favorites performed in the duo’s signature traditional style.

‘Satisfied: Country Gospel Classic’ Album Available to Stream and Purchase Here 

Filmed live at TBN Studios in Hendersonville, Tennessee, Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics captures The Malpass Brothers performing songs that have long been part of their personal and musical foundation. The collection includes previously released tracks “Satisfied” and “He Touched Me,” along with the focus track “The Lighthouse,” Ronnie Hinson’s enduring gospel classic that continues to resonate with listeners through its message of faith, hope, and perseverance.

Watch the performance video for “The Lighthouse” HERE:  
 
“We’ve been carrying these songs around with us for a long time,” said The Malpass Brothers. “Some of them we’ve sung on stage for years, some we grew up hearing at church and at home, and all of them mean something to us. Getting to finally put them together on one project and record them live felt like the right way to tell that story.” 

Known for their deep-rooted traditional style, The Malpass Brothers grew up in Goldsboro, North Carolina, immersed in the sounds of country and gospel music from an early age. Inspired by their grandfather’s record collection and the artists who shaped the genre, the brothers have built a career on carrying those traditions forward with authenticity and respect. 

“Chris and Taylor have a deep respect for the traditions that shaped country and gospel music, and they bring that to life every time they step on stage,” said Paul Sizelove, President of Sun Label Group and Gaither Music Group. “This project captures that authenticity in a powerful way, and we’re proud to partner with them in sharing it with audiences everywhere.” 

Backed by a seasoned band, Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics showcases the warmth, simplicity, and reverence that have become hallmarks of The Malpass Brothers’ sound while highlighting the enduring influence of gospel music on traditional country artists and audiences alike. 

Last month, The Malpass Brothers were honored by their hometown of Goldsboro, North Carolina, with an official proclamation presented by Mayor Charles Gaylor IV recognizing the duo’s dedication to country music and their continued efforts to bring national attention and pride to their community. The duo was also surprised backstage at the Grand Ole Opry with the announcement that The Paramount Theatre in Goldsboro will name its annex after The Malpass Brothers later this year. 

Raised on the timeless sounds of classic country music, The Malpass Brothers drew early inspiration from legendary harmony duos before later being mentored by steel guitar icon Don Helms. The brothers spent seven years opening for Merle Haggard, who also produced their debut album, Memory That Bad. They later continued that tradition-focused approach through projects with Bluegrass Hall of Famer Doyle Lawson. 

Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics is available as an audio album, full-length DVD, and television special. The television special will air on TBN, RFD-TV, The Word Network, Vision, TCT, The Walk TV, TLN, HopeTV, The Miracle Channel, CTS, CTN, and Heartland. Tune in times are located on the Gaither.com website here. 

The full-length project is also available to stream at Gaither TV+, or fans may purchase the DVD and CD at Gaither.com.  

Watch the trailer video for the project Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics HERE: 

CD & DVD track listing:
01. Satisfied (Songwriter Martha Carson)
02. Family Bible (Songwriter Claude Gray, Paul F. Buskirk, Walter Breeland)
03. In the Garden (Songwriter C. Austin Miles)
04. Jesus, Take a Hold (Songwriter Merle Haggard)
05. Wings of a Dove (Songwriter Bob Fergeson)
06. I Saw a Man (Songwriter Arthur Smith)
07. Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin)
08. Praying (Songwriter Hazel Houser)
09. O Why Not Tonight (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin)
10. Sheltered in the Arms of God (Songwriter Dottie Rambo, Jimmie Davis)
11. Because He Lives (Songwriter William J. Gaither, Gloria Gaither)
12. He Touched Me (Songwriter William J. Gaither)
13. Wait a Little Longer Please Jesus (Songwriter Hazel Houser)
14. The Lighthouse (Songwriter Ronnie Hinson)
15. There’s a Higher Power (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin)
16. I’ll Live for Him (Songwriter Clyde Mattocks, Chris Malpass )
17. Take Up Thy Cross (Songwriter A.H. Ackley)
18. The Family Who Prays Together (Never Shall Part) (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin)
19. Keep Your Eyes on Jesus (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin)
20. Ragged Old Flag (Songwriter John R. Cash)

The Malpass Brothers on tour:
JUN 27 – The Texas Theatre / Seguin, Texas
JUN 28 – Main Street Crossing / Tomball, Texas
JUL 17 – Little River Bluegrass Barn / Radford, Va.
JUL 19 – The Nashville Palace / Nashville, Tenn.
JUL 25 – Spartansburg Fairgrounds / Spartansburg, Pa.
JUL 29 – Keller Centre / Colborne, Ontario
AUG 06 – Pickin’ In Parsons / Parsons, W. Va.
AUG 07 – James H. Garner Conference Center / Troy, N.C.
AUG 14 – Huntingdon County Fair / Huntingdon, Pa.
AUG 21 – Alabama Theatre / North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
AUG 23 – Private Event / Clare, Mich.
AUG 28 – Sibyl Center / Stanley, N.D.
AUG 29 – The Lakes Bluegrass Festival / Backus, Minn.
SEP 05 – Stonington Farms Music Fest / Kinston, N.C.
SEP 11 – The Historic Ritz Theatre / Toccoa, Ga.
SEP 12 – Liberty Showcase / Liberty, N.C.
SEP 17 – Nothin’ Fancy Bluegrass Festival / Buena Vista, Va.
SEP 18 – Dumpling Valley Bluegrass Festival / Sevierville, Tenn. 
SEP 20 – American Music Theatre / Lancaster, Pa.
SEP 21 – Amish Country Theater / Millersburg, Ohio
SEP 25 – The Lincoln Jamboree / Hodgenville, Ky.
SEP 26 – Kentucky Opry / Benton, Ky.
SEP 30 – Blue Gate Performing Arts / Shipshewana, Ind.
OCT 03 – Lucille Tack Center / Spencer, Wis.
OCT 05 – The Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with David Frizzell)
OCT 06 – The Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with Dion Pride)
OCT 07 – The Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with Tony Booth, Mary Lou Turner & Barbara Fairchild)
OCT 08 – The Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with Moe Bandy)
OCT 09 – The Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with T. Graham Brown)
OCT 10 – Meramec Music Theatre / Steelville, Mo.
OCT 11 – 4th Street Theater / Moberly, Mo.
OCT 15 – Georgia Mountain Fall Festival / Hiawassee, Ga
OCT 16.- Talladega Bluegrass & Fingerstyle Guitar Festival / Lincoln, Ala. 
OCT 17 – R-S Central High School / Rutherfordton, N.C.
OCT 19 – Dollywood Harvest Festival / Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
OCT 20 – Dollywood Harvest Festival / Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
OCT 22 – Arlington Music Hall / Arlington, Texas
OCT 23 – Salmon Lake Bluegrass Festival / Grapeland, Texas
OCT 30 – Paramount Theatre / Goldsboro, N.C.
NOV 01 – Calvert Elks Lodge / Prince Frederick, Md.
NOV 20 – The New Granbury Live / Granbury, Texas
DEC 02 – Amish Country Theater / Millersburg, Ohio
DEC 19 – Rex Theatre / Galax, Va. 

For additional tour dates, visit themalpassbrothers.com.
 

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About The Malpass Brothers:
Rooted in the timeless sounds of classic country, The Malpass Brothers—Chris and Taylor were inspired early on by their grandfather’s LP collection and the legendary harmonies of duos like Jim & Jesse, the Louvin Brothers, and the Wilburn Brothers. Mentored by steel guitar legend Don Helms and later handpicked by Merle Haggard as an opening act for seven years, the brothers have carried the torch for traditional country across stages nationwide. Their debut album, ‘Memory That Bad’ was produced by Haggard, followed by projects with Bluegrass Hall of Famer Doyle Lawson. Their latest release, ‘Lonely Street,’ co-produced by Lawson and Ben Isaacs, showcases the Malpass Brothers’ authentic songwriting and deep reverence for the golden era of country music. They are currently working on multiple projects, a new live album for 2026, and filming Season 3 of The Malpass Brothers Show.

About Gaither Music Group:
One of the largest Independent Christian music companies in the world and a household name for millions of fans, Gaither Music Group (part of Sun Label Group, which encompasses Gaither Music, Sun Records, Green Hill, emeraldwave by Green Hill, and Rural Rhythm), in partnership with Primary Wave Music Publishing, is known worldwide for its award-winning and top-selling recordings, including the Gaither Gospel Series, of which 133 products have been certified gold, platinum, or multi-platinum.     

These recordings, which encompass more than 200 video copyrights, showcase gospel music pioneers; many of the finest performers in the gospel and country genres; up-and-coming acts; and country artists including Travis Tritt, Reba McEntire, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jimmy Fortune, Joey+Rory, Alabama, Alan Jackson, The Statler Brothers, George Jones, Vince Gill, Josh Turner, The Isaacs, and others.

The Gaither Music Group brand has partnered with established artists including The Estate of Whitney E. Houston, Sandi Patty, Gloria Gaynor, Steven Curtis Chapman, and a host of acclaimed talent from various fields of music. Gaither Music Group has garnered sales of more than 50 million DVDs and CDs, including such PBS stalwarts as Billy Graham: God’s Ambassador, the only authorized video autobiography of Reverend Billy Graham; The Gospel Music of Johnny Cash; and three Elvis Presley projects, including He Touched Me and The Gospel Music of Elvis Presley, in conjunction with the Elvis Presley Estate.

Gaither Music Group developed a strategic partnership with Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® in 2008; and its alliances with Capitol Christian Music Group, Virgin Music Label & Artist Services, and Universal Music Group remain bedrocks for the company. Most recently, the Gaither Music TV YouTube channel crossed the 4 billion life-to-date streaming benchmark and hosts more than 4 million subscribers.

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We had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Monty Moran on The Chris & Sandy Show back in 2021, and it turned into one of the most powerful conversations we’ve ever had. Monty — former co-CEO of Chipotle, best-selling author of Love Is Free. Guac Is Extra., and the visionary behind the PBS docuseries Connected: A Search for Unity — brought a rare blend of business acumen, heartfelt wisdom, and authentic leadership to the table.

Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, navigating family, or just trying to live with more purpose, Monty’s insights are a masterclass in how to lead with heart, humility, and clarity.

Watch the Full Interview:

Top Lessons We Took Away from Monty Moran

1. Leadership is Love — But Not the Fluffy Kind

Monty breaks the stereotype that love has no place in business. For him, love isn’t about being “nice” — it’s about deeply caring for the people you lead, challenging them, empowering them, and refusing to let them settle for less than their best. True leadership, he says, requires knowing your people, believing in them, and helping them grow — even when it’s uncomfortable.

“The only real power a leader has is that others choose to follow.”

2. Culture Is Built by Empowered People

Monty’s leadership philosophy was the driving force behind Chipotle’s explosive growth. At the center of it? Empowerment. He defined empowerment as creating an environment where people feel confident in their ability and encouraged by their circumstances — which allows them to fully contribute their talents. It’s not about managing people — it’s about freeing them to thrive.

“A top performer doesn’t just do great work — they make others better too.”

3. Hire for Ambition — Even if They Won’t Stay Forever

One surprising insight from Monty was this: hire people with big dreams, even if you know they may outgrow your company. Why? Because driven, purpose-filled people elevate everything while they’re with you — and sometimes they stay longer than expected when the culture aligns with their values.

“You don’t marry someone just because they’ll stay forever. You marry because there’s passion and purpose. Same goes for hiring.”

4. Struggle Isn’t the Enemy — It’s the Teacher

Monty’s PBS series, Connected: A Search for Unity, was born from his belief that everyday people have extraordinary wisdom — especially those who’ve endured struggle. Whether flying across the country or leading a business, he believes that challenge refines us and draws us together when we let it.

“Struggle is underrated. It’s where people find their gifts, their strength, and their story.”

5. Vulnerability Is a Superpower

The best leaders aren’t the ones who pretend to know it all — they’re the ones who invite others in. Monty emphasized that when a leader admits they need help or doesn’t have all the answers, it draws people in, not pushes them away. Vulnerability builds trust — and trust builds culture.

“I don’t need a perfect leader. I need a present one. A real one.”

Why This Conversation Matters

In a world chasing titles, growth, and success, Monty reminds us that what truly transforms companies — and lives — is the human heart. His message isn’t just for CEOs or executives — it’s for parents, pastors, teachers, entrepreneurs, and dreamers alike.

At the end of the day, leadership is about love. And love, done well, always leaves people better than it found them.

Want more from Monty?
Pick up his book: Love Is Free. Guac Is Extra.
Check out his PBS series: Connected: A Search for Unity

What was your biggest takeaway from this conversation? Drop a comment below — we’d love to hear how Monty’s story impacted you.

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Jan 3rd, 2021 was the 1 year anniversary of The Chris & Sandy Show. Sandy & I talked about where we been with over 300 interviews our first year to where we are going!

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We are excited to bring you a new segment of “The Chris & Sandy Show” called “State of the Music Business. We will bring on top executives from the music business side for them to share where they been, where they are going and where they feel the music business is headed into the future!

Our first show is with Joe Kelly from CDX Nashville

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