Southport Magazine

“These guys don’t just sound retro…they are retro”
Have you stumbled upon The Malpass Brothers? They’re a pair of 20-something brothers from North Carolina named Taylor and Chris Malpass…and together they cook up some classic country music inspired by some of country music’s greatest legends such as Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Porter Wagoner, Kitty Wells, Ernest Tubb and Merle Haggard.

“This is who we are…
My brother Taylor and I do the type of music we do because this music
speaks to us, and speaks to the souls of its listeners. For us, traditional
country music is the ‘real deal’ – every song portrays life’s joys,
heartaches, problems and happiness. It comes from the heart, and has
depth and truth. Nothing is sugar coated. Our goal, really, is to see this
music be revived, to help ensure it doesn’t fade away. It is so encouraging
to have young people come to our shows with a new interest in our ‘old
music.’ Being able to introduce what we love to another generation feels
like a great accomplishment for us. We want this music to be around for
our children’s children…”
– Christopher Malpass
 

As young boys, Taylor and Chris were utterly consumed by country music and they couldn’t get enough of their granddad’s extensive record collection. They played his records often while nurturing a lifelong admiration and teaching themselves along the way. Chris earned his first talent show trophy at the age of 7 and Taylor mastered the mandolin by the time he was 10 years old.

Today, the throwback pair is uplifting and promoting the classic country artists they pay homage to while creating their own noteworthy music and making an undeniable mark on the scene. Their style is smooth, skillful, soulful and infectious. Throw in a bit of humor, big hair and an Elvis twitch or two, add a couple old-time traditional gospel songs, a few classic country songs and a love ballad or two, count on a bit of sibling ribbing and you’re guaranteed to want to hear more.

The duo considers themselves blessed and lucky to have toured with the legendary Merle Haggard for six years and release an album under his label, Hag Records. They have shared the stage with greats such as Don Helms, the steel guitarist for Hank Williams, Ray Price, Willie Nelson, Doc Watson, Rhonda Vincent and Mary Stuart. And the title cut video from their “Memory That Bad” album hit the CMT Pure Country’s Top Ten.

The Malpass brothers are truly real and authentic. They are cool and sincere as they tackle some of country music’s best songs and take great pride in keeping the integrity of country music alive. It seems like they have nailed it and will be around; spreading the love and reviving country music in their own way, for many years to come. So, don’t miss the chance to see the charismatic duo here in our own backyard.

The brothers will be performing at the Odell Williamson Auditorium at The Brunswick Community College in Bolivia, NC on Tuesday, September 22, 2105. Doors open at 7:00pm and the show will start promptly at 7:30pm. Take a few minutes to check out their new CD and I hope to see you there!

Just released in May 2015: The Malpass Brothers  

A Death in the Family

Which One is to Blame

It’ll Be Me

Learn To Love Me Too

Hello Walls

Begging To You

Here In Alberta I’ll Stay

I Met A Friend of Yours Today

Baby, We’re Really In Love

I Found Someone to Love

I Just Don’t Like This kind of Livin’

Satan And The Saint

 Tickets are available Monday September 7th at 9:00am and prices are currently $29.00 for adults, $27.00 for seniors and students and only $10 for children under the age of 12. More information is available at www.bccowa.com and by calling 910-755-7416.