Chris Stapleton: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

September 14, 2015 by JACOB GANZ
As a songwriter in Nashville, Chris Stapleton has written hits for Kenny Chesney, George Strait and Darius Rucker. As a singer, he once led the bluegrass band The SteelDrivers, and more recently stepped into the solo spotlight with Traveller, his debut album. It's the kind of country record that gets better the more you wear it in: When NPR Music named it one of our favorite albums of the first half of 2015, critic Ann Powers compared it to a "soft denim jacket ... pulled out time after time, lending comfort, suiting every occasion, with treasure stuffed in every pocket."
It's easy to understand why other singers took to his songs - Stapleton writes lyrics that sound classic but never dated - but his softly creaking voice gives them the home they deserve. And even though those songs stand plenty well on their own, it's nice to have a little support. When Stapleton stepped behind the Tiny Desk to play selections from Traveller, he was joined by his wife Morgane on harmony vocals. Between patient, detailed songs of devotion to love, Los Angeles and liquor, they paused for banter about the summer heat in D.C. and the large number of guitars Chris owns ("Not supposed to tell that part," he said to Morgane).
Watch him hide behind a large hat, a beard and a battered vintage guitar; watch her smile at him during "More Of You" with a combination of admiration and affection. Like the songs themselves, their performance is full of private moments worth sharing widely.
Traveller is available now. (iTunes) (Amazon)
Set List
"More Of You"
"When The Stars Come Out"
"Whiskey And You"
Credits
Producers: Jacob Ganz, Morgan Walker; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Walker, Lani Milton; Assistant Producer: Mina Tavakoli; photo by Lani Milton/NPR
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[@eduherrera6640]

I thought I didn't like country. Turns out I've just been listening to the wrong type. New fan.

[@letitiad8440]

Was thinking exactly the same thing. I am definitely a fan of both of them now!

[@maceyjohnson6035]

I've been preaching for so long that when people say they don't like country music after listening to bands like Florida Georgia Line that they're simply listening to the wrong kind! I was raised on classic country and a great country song can be a balm to the soul.

[@careyw3161]

Country music is no different than rock or folk or any other genre; it has many faces and many voices that appeal to many different people. There is tremendous breadth to "country." Much of it is popular beyond the reach of country radio stations, and that has always been true.

[@TheSoxygirl]

Same. What's being pushed on us is Hick Hop. There is no real storytelling in it.

[@AL19030]

Same

[@daverenfro8536]

The world is too loud, and Chris Stapleton seems to get that. He's cool letting the empty spaces be empty, and Morgane flutters through those spaces like a buttefly, touching down ever so lightly here and there. They obviously adore each other. It's really very sweet!

[@loveoverfearskippy6072]

Dave Renfro deep

[@SereneColeman]

This is beautifully put, I couldn't agree more!

[@Redacted86]

Love

[@kangsun201]

I want to spam thumbs up for this comment. Beautiful phrasing. I hope Morgane reads this comment.

[@christopherbarkley1]

Dave Renfro wkwilao

[@SunandSweettea]

Morgane Stapleton doesn’t get the accolades she deserves. She is an amazing singer on her own. The both of them together is magic.

[@Madfart69]

The way she looks at him melts my soul

[@xyzlmno4631]

I think she gets exactly the accolades she deserves. Theyre plenty

[@lll4087]

She's also is a song writer 😊

[@LyndaBright-on2pq]

She actually had a recording contract when they met

[@danettemance3455]

Absolutely 😁💯 love me some Jesus and ALL Chris Stapleton ❤😂 and family ❤🙏🏽😁😍

[@darcyraymond5513]

She has such control of her own voice and knows his tone so well their voices just meld together, it’s so beautiful

[@doughboysteve2464]

The story of how they became acquainted is beautiful!

[@willettmary889]

So agree

[@hllomydarling]

@@doughboysteve2464 Yep, cool story.

[@BPH55]

Agree!!!

[@MFAM-Joseph]

That’s his wife so it’s understandable how they’ve come to be so good together

[@joycewible8816]

I am not a fan of country music. This is amazing. His voice. The lyrics. The soft guitar. The way he and his wife sound together. The way she looks at him and they gently joke with each other. I love this. All of this.

[@markhill1214]

Spot on, so true

[@Illinois-Wildlife-Encounters]

Agree! and Truth!

[@tonyborthwick1234]

exactly Joyce .. sooo sweet.

[@TheGuitologist]

Yep, you're a fan or REAL country music, not this fake, corporate crap on the radio.

[@jazzsinger007]

You are right, this is beautiful and I appreciate the intimacy of the music, and their love.

[@k2kilo]

There are few artists these days that can transcend genres. This doesn't feel like country to me, this feels like music to me.

[@daveystod]

Absolutly

[@BigDonnieTrump]

This might be the best description of Chris Stapleton I've ever ever read. Perfectly said.

[@t3080]

Screw genres and styles. There are two, and only two, kinds of music. Good music. and Bad music. This is safely in the former category. :)

[@lindseywalker6925]

There are few artist' being promoted lately. 'Lately' being the last 30 years.....

[@vgamedude12]

So country isn't music? Jesus

[@patrickmize2415]

The way she looks at him is literally every mans dream when the love of his life looks at him

[@jonnybravojl]

💯% Facts!

[@ashspeciale8927]

So many comments say the exact same thing. We could all be so lucky to have someone look at us like that.

[@maitime8712]

A man writing and singing a song like that (More of you) to you is every woman's dream.

[@BeckyBoSox]

I am so struck by the amount and depth of love in Morgane's eyes for her husband. What a beautiful performance

[@axmnstrbnd]

Me as well.

[@stoptheinsanity8963]

That’s exactly what I said too! It’s so beautiful it almost feels wrong to watch. ❤️

[@tabathastaples7884]

Shepherd's Chapel Network !!!!!!! Chapter by Chapter / Verse by Verse !!!!!!! Amen

[@moresnarficalthanyou]

I am watching for a 2nd time, and probably will again a few more times - to see something so real, unfiltered, honest as Morgane's eyes.

[@tychalmers8745]

@@moresnarficalthanyou Amem to

[@ianeppard600]

This is the kind of music that makes me start browsing zillow for 5+ acres below the mason dixon line.

[@jakezlomek6192]

Ian Eppard 😆

[@joshuasumrall5845]

Like Louisiana he said

[@mikeanglada742]

Come on down... We'd be happy to have Ya, Friend. ;)

[@jeremiahjohnson4896]

Central Wyoming for me.

[@rmcc655]

Ian Eppard don’t we’re full🙅‍♂️

[@PhantomOfTheMall]

I love Chris, but Morgane doesn’t get enough credit! Her voice is a perfect match for his.

[@juiceboxhero31]

PacificKnights I want her to make an album so badly I can’t stand it.

[@shawnuel]

All due respect, I can't think of a background/harmony singer these days who gets more credit than Morgane does and, justifiably so. She is as good as it gets and fits Chris' music like a glove.

[@GregLohr]

My understanding is that she also doesn't want a lot of credit, in the sense that she apparently has major stage fright. I imagine being part of a duo or a group suits her just fine. She does sound incredible!

[@gdansk12349]

She is a really good backup singer.

[@fixithamilton6086]

I love her voice!

[@meghanmonroe]

One of my favorite things in life is watching non-country fans react to Chris Stapleton songs on YT. It's always entertaining and fulfilling. He really does transcend genres.

[@ChrisStapleton02]

Thank you for the constant love and support you have been showing me and my music….I really appreciate you. Your support and love keeps me going. Keep being a lovely fan. Where are you watching from?❤️😊😊………..

[@steverogers6572]

Soul always does

[@susanburris5525]

I'm just sorry I hadn't discovered him sooner! What an incredible talent! And his wife's voice just melds into his...like just the right amount of cream in your coffee to make it a perfect cup ☕️

[@edgardodiaz3629]

​@@ChrisStapleton02 You were amazing in my home town of San Diego, California thank you sir!!!

[@xyzlmno4631]

One of my favorite things is watching country fans react to non country fans react to chris stapleton. Like watching monkeys discover fire.

[@Samuel-H]

Had to come back to this gem after watching him sing the national anthem at the Super Bowl. Always just an absolute pleasure to listen to his music. Something that should be cherished forever and ever

[@smortygoodie8582]

Me too!

[@mattychristian]

I concur

[@jamesolsen6837]

seriously! Just get him to do it every year as far as I am concerned

[@nathanpete52]

Best singer out there

[@xwhiterhinosx]

Sooo, apparently I like country after all...

[@toddtaylor3998]

+Perry Sanders great music is just great music. It can't be pigeonholed into just one genre.

[@maximusbevo]

Actually this genre of music is considered Red Dirt...a form of country yes, but more blues, southern rock, and hillbilly combined. The best artist on the planet are playing there now IMO...it ISN'T sanitized Nashville mainstream country and is becoming more popular by the year. Check out the Red Dirt channel on Spotify... great songs being played daily.

[@williamclark8493]

+Perry Sanders Congrats! Welcome

[@xwhiterhinosx]

+Maximus Bevo right on thanks for the info broski

[@Serquss]

+Perry Sanders I always considered myself as someone who disliked country. Then I heard Chris Stapleton. I can't stop listening.

[@johnthelondonchef1188]

I look at Chris the way his wife does , and I'm straight lol

[@RoRockerB]

whew! Not just me?? LOL

[@JoyceGrindstaff1964]

😂

[@kingzdaughter5691]

😂😂

[@richardmorris3493]

Is that his wife he is singing with?

[@heathjude50]

@@richardmorris3493 yes it is

[@VRodz-11]

Chris Stapleton was country music's hidden treasure for years. He made a lot of country singers famous with his songs before he sang them himself. Thank God he made the decision to keep Tennessee Wiskey for himself. ❤

[@johnharney6758]

My wife has end stage cancer. This is a very positive song about a deep relationship. It’s our new theme song. Thank you Chris and Morgan.

[@fivecitydirttracker4776]

All my love and joy to you . Very very sick too. Palliative care along with Hospice last week suggested to me while in hospital. Devastating to hear. Still here and at home fighting this for. I'm the happiest person I've met in months.

[@voxhumana2able]

🙏

[@laurenpinekenstein7877]

How are y’all doing now?

[@brooks5656]

Hope you're holding up brother, thoughts.

[@Kryptomatiic]

"When I leave this earth you'll be holding my hand, and it gives me comfort to know you'll be there. And I'll thank the lord for the love we shared... you're heaven to me." If that doesn't hit your soul you better check your pulse.

[@laurendebruijn2325]

I was listening while doing laundry and I heard it and just started crying. It just hit me like that

[@chrismortell]

He’s not only a great singer and story teller. He’s fantastic songwriter and lyricist.

[@ericadoss2959]

Yes. I held his hand...and I thank the Lord too for the love that we shared. I miss you my prince!

[@brycegroff6787]

Morgane turns her head down even like it's hard to sing that part.

[@tracyflood7485]

@@brycegroff6787 that was when my tears came

[@armadillotoe]

The comments seem to indicate the Tiny Desk Concerts and Chris Stapleton attract an intelligent, high quality audience.

[@dcuthbertson5778]

He's going to be considered one of the greatest country artists ever. Great cross-over appeal and brought black people back to country music. I never thought I'd see it in my lifetime.

[@nichiobryant9479]

It’s true

[@bossyboots6116]

I am not a country fan but love Chris Stapleton, saw him for the 2nd time in Toronto where he played with War and Treaty and let me tell you......actual chills when the 3 of them sang together❤️

[@tanyaryder4024]

Great song writer, singer and performer! I love Morgan and was disappointed when she wasn’t at the show I attended, I love them performing together she has the voice of an angel. If you havent seen the performance he did with Justin Timberlake search it up bc it just proves how talented he is.

[@MomentumMarketingTips]

He’s one of the greatest singers ever period.

[@addys6777]

The way Morgane stares into her husband's eyes transfers true love and admiration 🥹🤍

[@johnrankin17]

Put this on vinyl and take my money.

[@divaink1313]

Yes vinyl please!

[@daulbyC]

it is on vinyl

[@PoopiteeScoop]

chrisstapleton.shop.redstarmerch.com/product/XZLPCS01/traveller-vinyl

[@joncatino9589]

Her voice is like the sweet glaze layer on a kripsy kreme doughnut

[@rasmuserlandsson2204]

check out sierra ferrell

[@steveotatooed]

😜😜what a description i love it

[@yorkieinthemill]

Lmao brilliant 😂😂

[@MrAwesomerod]

CHeck out the Steeldrivers. It is the band Chris and his wife started prior to Chris's solo career. I will warn you it is blue grass, give it a chance !

[@mikeanglada742]

Perfect description, Sir... ;)

[@heathertheros5342]

The way Morgane looks at her husband when he sings gives me goosebumps.

[@ChrisStapleton02]

Hello, I want you to know just how much I appreciate everything you have done for me. Thank you for your love and support. You are a true fan, and I am so grateful for that.☺️You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me during a difficult time❤️.I appreciate you more than words can say. I hope you keep being a great fan!❤️☺️ Where are you following from?☺️

[@Iluvmilkandcheese]

Chris Stapleton sounds like a backyard conversation at 12am. priceless

[@morphreak]

I used to say I didn't like country, now I realized that is only pop country, the one I don't like...but classic real country like this one, makes you feel goosebumps, makes you smile and thank the artist for creating such beautiful pieces. I'm now a big fan of Chris, Greetings from Mexico!

[@GoGobble]

The best!

[@eseguerito2629]

¡Esta es la musica que escribiria Johan Sebastian si fuera Estadounidense!

[@5Zfamily]

I said the exact same thing, Roberto.

[@oswaldomejia2468]

Listen to Midland, they're out there putting some real country music as well.

[@tannerhuber1603]

Yes, he is a throw back. The genre needs more Chris Stapleton and less Shania Twain.

[@craftedworkshop]

Sturgill and Chris are leading the charge of incredible true roots country. Couldn't be more pleased, hopefully more artists will soon follow.

[@toddshampine]

Both are incredible. Also, check out Jason Isbell. Best song writer alive IMO.

[@madronnie9725]

Don’t forget Isbell

[@prlswabbie]

Random to come back to this video and see Johnny B here!

[@loveoverfearskippy6072]

Crafted Workshop and Cody Jinks

[@kevinhubert1365]

Exactly what happened to me too! Thought I was on one of the regular YT woodworker's vids

[@shortcake5472]

The first one makes me cry. My folks where married 53 years. My Dad passed last November. My poor mom lives this song every day. Missing him. We all do. 💔❤️

[@tinarobinson2295]

I know how you feel, Sweetheart... I've lost ALL OF MY FAMILY TO DEATH AND I HAVE NO CHILDREN. FAMILY MEANT EVERYTHING TO ME I MISS THEM HORRIBLY 😰😖😓😱💔💔💔 PLEASE KEEP YOUR HEAD UP. AT LEAST YOU'VE STILL YOUR MOTHER!!!! YOU ARE SO AMAZINGLY BLESSED BY HAVING HER STILL WITH YOU~~~ALL THE ADVICE I HAVE FOR YOU IS TO BE WITH YOUR MOTHER AS MUCH AS YOU POSSIBLY CAN AND WHEN YOU HUG HER; STAY IN THAT MOMENT A LITTLE BIT LONGER AND ALWAYS ALWAYS, PLEASE TELL HER EVERYDAY 《MOM I LOVE YOU ❤️ I'M SO SORRY ABOUT FATHER PASSING. GOD BLESS YOU ~~ ✝️ ✡️

[@shortcake5472]

@@tinarobinson2295 thank you. I'm so sorry for your loss as well. Hardest thing ever. I do spend every second I can with my Mom and I always tell her how proud I am of her for being so strong and brave and coming out of the last year as well as she has. We have the Father Son and The Holy Ghost with us so that's helps greatly. He is with them and we are blessed to know that and to know one day we will all be together again. Bless you for sending me such a sweet message. You hang in there to. Sending you virtual love and prayers. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️🤗💞

[@cpalmieri99]

Anyone else love the way she said “god bless you” ?

[@jcims]

Funny how there's grooves in your heart you didn't know were there. This just slid into one of mine. Beautiful.

[@jacobmcintosh2332]

+jcims really special way to put that. totally agree...just found some unknown groove

[@Jvane0507]

+jcims This. That is exactly how to put it. Thanks.

[@phatgagurl]

+jcims ...nice...well put

[@ventarfield7115]

+jcims I think you just wrote a song

[@paulwells26]

+jcims Those up there, are some of the most beautiful words I've ever seen strung together. I hope you're a writer.

[@dieguismama2330]

Life goals: To find someone to look at you the way Morgane looks at Chris.

[@SereneColeman]

They are our generation’s Johnny and June. Their connection is so beautiful to watch, not to mention their incredible individual talents .

[@eriknash8783]

Listening to his music is a spiritual experience for me.

[@mikeygermsheid4643]

Man sometimes my intentions are to just listen to it in the background.. next thing you know I’m crying next to the speaker. Spiritual music touches you whether you asked it to or not.

[@theAussie01]

🙏

[@GeoffPeterson33]

At 3:08 he says "When I leave this earth, I'll be holding your hand...." you can see Morgane instantly think about that and man does she look sad. These two are perfect.

[@ronhaggstrom9307]

Drew I caught that too.

[@davidfrench7]

Like Johnny and June...RIP

[@troykingtattoos5061]

Cuts like a knife..

[@captaincrunch72]

there was zero sadness in that look. just love

[@bdub8196]

I also saw the look on her face. She sort of purses her lips, maybe with the thought "we don't want to think about this." It's incredible the way she looks at him. I'd damn near sell my soul for that.

[@bigrube420ify]

I drink cause I'm lonesome and I'm lonesome cause I drink.what a verse

[@davepatrick9120]

✌️

[@joym824]

So true 😪

[@b3ntleyz]

Hit home eh? His music tends to do that for me also

[@HeidiTyler]

Not normally a country music person but, man... you can't deny how good and soulful Chris Stapleton is... what an amazing story teller.

[@christycarlsonromano]

Every song and performance is perfection

[@k1lltv220]

Stg

[@fordrac1ng81]

Ren Stevens aged like fine wine in not only looks but musical taste. Glad to see you on the way back up.

[@marthanogal1500]

And he sounds amazing Live. Some artists don't, let's be honest, haha. He sounds amazing in concert. :)

[@1lyonmantilldeath433]

Their voices were paired in Heaven... I cud listen to the 2 of them with his guitar for hours!!!.... I'm going to see him/them in concert tonight!!!!..... ...Be well, do well & God bless y'all 🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@ChrisStapleton02]

Hello, I want you to know just how much I appreciate everything you have done for me. Thank you for your love and support. You are a true fan, and I am so grateful for that.☺️You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me during a difficult time❤️.I appreciate you more than words can say. I hope you keep being a great fan!❤️☺️ Where are you following from?☺️

[@GordoDustin]

Chris is technically country but he has more blues and soul than anyone in the industry by far. He's restored my faith in this genre that had been dying for over a decade. I hope he can set future country artists back on the right track.

[@MrKongatthegates]

The roots always come back in vogue eventually

[@jasonblair5154]

Wrong ,Chris IS music.

[@RomainLeCroustillant]

You need to check Colter Wall, Tyler Childers, Marcus King.

[@kylejohnson9605]

Chris tops them all but also check out Tyler Childers, Whiskey Myers, Jamie Johnson, Uncle Lucius... When I listen to country these guys are what I think of.

[@hannahmontoya3715]

Listen to the red dirt country that’s NOT on mainstream radio lol. Ryan Bingham is one of the best.

[@medicalpiff803]

Thats it. I cant keep changing my favorite tiny desk performances!!!!

[@jakezlomek6192]

You didn’t really have a choice with this one

[@bernietoth]

What are some of your favorites? This and mac miller are my top 2. Different genres but ive been a mac miller fan for YEARS and his tiny desk performance about a month before his death really hit hard.

[@Alphacentauri819]

Haha! Yes! Me too!

[@enyakumar7297]

Same! Currently Maggie Rogers’ is my fav :-)

[@joshuasumrall5845]

Tyler Childers and St Paul and pocket change

[@MikeBertelsenDK]

I went from Mac Miller's Tiny Desk concert and was not disappointed. Can't believe this video is 7 years old and I only heard of Tiny Desk a couple of days ago.

[@judyseefeld2903]

I just discovered Tiny Desk this past year also. A fun discovery.

[@ygfgaming7162]

Same from Mac, to Anderson pac, to hozier and now to this.

[@brooks5656]

Welcome to the club...it's elite.

[@phatkidd100]

He is truly the best thing to happen to country music in my lifetime

[@Peck_Bull]

Agreed mate. 🍻🤝

[@Kruc101]

this is country? My favorite artists are Radiohead and Smashing Pumpkins.. he is just plain good.

[@davidlinder0987]

@@Kruc101 Yessir! If you like this kind of country with great lyrics, I’d highly recommend Zach Bryan and Tyler Childers. These guys, along with Stapleton are amazing songwriters in the country scene. Jason Isbell too, he’s more of a songwriter though

[@bonnietoriani3189]

Just so true………. Best country artist Chris and Morgan…….. just beautiful. Can listen over and over again!!!!!!!!!

[@ArmandoGarciaJr.]

When people say they don’t like country... please listen to Chris Stapleton....

[@GFraga-dk2hq]

Some people have addictions. And one of mine is listening to Chris Stapleton.

[@sharris1504]

The more I watch for Chris, the more I get addicted to Morgane.

[@shaunfletcher14]

G. Fraga my daughter asked me if i ever get tired of him, and i made her sit and listen now we both have the same problem

[@sarahwoodhead56]

Me too every single day

[@tamerareid1533]

It's so good I just wanna push my ear buds in farther...

[@garycoderre889]

I just spent $300 for 2 front area seats fot his show next October and my friends say im crazy...but i'd pay 1000 to hear yhis man sing while i hold my woman and whisper in her ear

[@timthetoolmansf2438]

The most natural, most talented artist I've ever seen in my 40 years of listening to music! Play on Chris!

[@kelleybutler9203]

He most certainly is one of those generational talents that you don’t see often!!! I’m thankful the Lord let me be here to enjoy his truly God given talents and he has them in abundance!! Many more continued blessings to Chris and Morgane Stapleton plus their five little children that are so precious!!!!

[@Peck_Bull]

Mate, I'm a true music lover, I have a huge record collection, I'm a musician (as a hobby), and I'm 42. This man is one of the best I've ever heard in my life. Incredible.

[@jameysmith2999]

Most singers voices aren't naturally beautiful like his. A gift from our lord

[@sengwin]

I need someone to look at me the way Morgane looks at Chris.

[@ngzcaz]

Its called love... and there's no mistaking it for anything else. Been married 51 years. Can't say I've been looked at quite like that. A bit sad..

[@lindseywalker6925]

Don't get bent. It's just her security gland........

[@adityanemlekar]

I hear ya, man. Been married 10 years and I often wonder what it takes to be looked at like that. Shit man, I've tried damn near everything.

[@DontLetTheOldManIn]

Dude, amen.

[@DontLetTheOldManIn]

Guitar, write a song, sing it to her. Never know.....

[@brittanychapman5438]

I swear this guy must hid an amp under his beard. The sheer power of his voice doing so minimal is super impressive. HE IS DEF TOP 5 best singers of all time in my book.

[@andreag.8051]

If you have the chance listen to his song “Either Way”, you’ll feel like you’re hanging onto his uvula the way his voice is all around you 😂

[@ChrisStapleton02]

Hello, I want you to know just how much I appreciate everything you have done for me. Thank you for your love and support. You are a true fan, and I am so grateful for that.☺️You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me during a difficult time❤️.I appreciate you more than words can say. I hope you keep being a great fan!❤️☺️ Where are you following from?☺️

[@terri_beth0773]

I know one thing, his slow songs ALWAYS makes me cry! It never fails. No matter how many times I’ve heard them they bring tears. He sings with every inch of his soul. His wife has such a beautiful voice that just blends so perfectly with his. I could listen to this soul touching music all day long! Love it! ❤️

[@edwardcoward5003]

Yes

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

@@terri_beth0773same 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@gstyles1644]

When he was the lead vocalist in the steeldrivers circa 2009- some of the greatest vocal tracks and underrated raw emotions most fans never even heard

[@davidhardin9156]

Blue side of the mountain The ghost of Mississippi Can you run Just to name a few!

[@Sillybilly18]

The thing I like about Chris & Morgan is they don’t have to put on a performance. They let their amazing voices do all the work. You can feel it’s genuine.

[@divaink1313]

This feels like an intimate moment between Chris and his beautiful wife. Thank you for sharing your hearts and talent with us.

[@takeofftrackcoach]

Couldn’t agree more

[@ChrisStapleton02]

Hello, I want you to know just how much I appreciate everything you have done for me. Thank you for your love and support. You are a true fan, and I am so grateful for that.☺️You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me during a difficult time❤️.I appreciate you more than words can say. I hope you keep being a great fan!❤️☺️ Where are you following from?☺️

[@divaink1313]

@Chris Stapleton Hey Chis and hello from Jacksonville, Florida. My husband and I were at your show 2022. It was amazing! You rocked out! I of course, lived the acoustic moments in the show as well. Thank you for your beautiful music, and keep on rocking. 💙

[@luisbautista5897]

I am a Mexican American and never paid much attention to English country music. Chris has made me a fan. He is my favorite musician now. Beautiful music that makes me proud to be a human. An artist of this caliber comes once and a while. Thank you!

[@steveotatooed]

He is a master sroryteller.he transcends race hes amazing in every way

[@michaelfoley4110]

Ha! Translate that first tune into Spanish and have a singer like Joan Sebastian do it.

[@michaelfoley4110]

Maybe have Thalia sing the female part?

[@filthysock]

Ranchero music?

[@eeres86]

Michael Foley You have a point! I would’ve liked a duet had Joan Sebastian been still alive. 😢

[@petertise]

NPR Music is just one of those internet Gems. I saw this 2- 3 years ago, just surfing for new stuff, and I had never heard of Chris Stapleton. Circling back around, after watching al most everything CS out there. It's just amazing how much joy and happiness KZbin music offers.

[@daking901]

Never heard him before the Superbowl. I'm definitely a fan now. I would've NEVER listened to country before this. Now I wanna explore the whole genre. It's so moving!!!!!

[@nathanpete52]

Welcome to country music man

[@michelleharley2460]

Take a listen to Tammy Wynette and Dolly Parton. Kenny Rogers and Willie Nelson.

[@uns33n]

Tyler Childers, Jason Isbell and Sturgill Simpson. Those 3 along with stapleton make up some of the best country music put out in a couple decades. and all of them but Isbell (from Alabama) are Kentucky boys.

[@kadegainey5123]

@@uns33n you listen to Brent Cobb?

[@uns33n]

@@kadegainey5123 I haven't yet, but always want to find new music. Do you have any song suggestions?

[@AuthorFEFeeleyJr]

If good music was a church, Lord, I think I just got saved. Wow.

[@BrianTheoret]

Music is my church.

[@elis51501]

Could you imagine a dinner at their house and afterwards you head to the living rm for a drink or 2 and Chris decides to pull an acoustic guitar out and commences with these amazing songs:)

[@dees2115]

I'd bee a regular dinner guest

[@kelleybutler9720]

OMGoodness 😯 yes please 😘🤗‼️Most certainly after their five precious babies have gone nighty night 💤😴💤, then the rest of the evening 🌙 would be a splendid and amazing dream come true‼️♥️‼️✨‼️♥️‼️✨‼️♥️‼️✨‼️♥️‼️✨‼️♥️‼️

[@harrisonduncan5767]

Sounds like a family gathering down in South Carolina for the holidays. Good times there are not forgotten ✌

[@phoebemarieparr4472]

I was thinking along same lines but a campfire 🔥

[@BURGERS13ful]

I’d like him on a session in the west of Ireland with me

[@PaulWilliamGibson]

Morgane is an incredible singer in her own right, I remember she had amazing demos on MySpace many years ago, now long gone... I'd love to hear a solo album from her.

[@epr1]

With him as backup for her. Ha that would be cool.

[@MrJdubbya36]

I can't get enough of this. I swear she was ready to start crying at the line "when I leave this earth you'll be holding my hand"..what a beautiful love song. Oh to have the love of a good woman who looks at me like she does him. You can feel the love in her gaze.

[@aaronrios6470]

He's beyond country music

[@inkaliciousable]

He is beyond; you are so correct, Sir.

[@user-vo7kz8lx8z]

Aaron Rioю

[@ih4269]

No, just beyond the country music you know

[@christine-rf4wt]

He's no Steve Earle but he certainly has some bad ass songs.

[@vladsmith5537]

Aaron Rios so are those goofy hats

[@jodystevens1333]

This man singing with his wife shut down the demons in my head I go to beautiful place I like it there

[@petehoward8494]

Jody, watch the Tedeschi Trucks band on youtube, another husband and wife band, and a beautiful place to go visit.

[@TheOtherBradBird]

@@petehoward8494 I am so pleased to have seen others mention them. I love that band, although I'm not convinced that I actually like any of their songs. Rather, its their sound I adore. It is dynamic, complete, and phenomenal live. My single favorite performance of theirs: Red Rocks Midnight in Harlem August 30th 2012

[@johnnyfrank8450]

@@petehoward8494 Mind blowing band. Especially the NPR concert

[@JasonLuxLover]

Love how him and his wife always are on stage together makes it even better! He is a musical genius❤

[@sherrirorrerquesenberry3484]

A cowboy hat and a guitar are only the surface of the man. The richest experiences are revealed in the thoughts and music we are blessed to hear in his presence. No category can contain his gifts.

[@urthtone]

I swear... If I ever meet a woman that looks at me like that... He is absolutely phenomenal, but she is a million pound diamond.

[@kellyhill2410]

I have the same capo as him, so we’re basically best friends

[@MrUSO36]

The Elvis of this generation someone who sings for the love of it and you feel it. Amazingly one of a kind greatness that touches the harmony of your soul.

[@catmunch1337]

I showed this video to my best friend and he played more of you at his wedding. Most heart warming feeling imaginable

[@cassie9414]

Ok, listening to those voices, I can understand how they have like 4-5 kids

[@math2406]

She looks at him, the way I look at bacon, fried chicken, pulled pork, beef ribs and bacon.

[@garyheimbauer4206]

love how you mentioned bacon twice lolol

[@professorXcross]

@@garyheimbauer4206 why didn't I notice until you mentioned it? lol

[@armadillotoe]

It sounds like you are almost Keto already. I agree with what you said.

[@biobelewilliam-west1310]

For me minus the pulled pork and bacon

[@loilt5091]

There are degrease of love...

[@patriciadavis1393]

This tiny desk is awesome His wife does not try and overpower him or compete they just blend together like magic like magic I hope they are as happy as they seem

[@odinspromise]

I love watching these two sing together. When they're not singing from their souls, they're singing to each other from their hearts with all the love God intended a man and woman to have for each other. Peace!

[@odinspromise]

@Chris Stapleton I have your CD's and I go out of my way to NOT miss a single video. I love the energy, the talent and the raw power that Chris and his wife bring to their music. PEACE!!!!!

[@lyndamiller9413]

I wanted to let everyone here know that Chris won Male Vocalist of the Year, New Artist of the Year and Album of the Year at the CMAs tonight. CONGRATULATIONS! I can't imagine anyone more deserving!

[@moment23]

I love how much they love each other ! She looks like she wants to cry when he sings the line "when I leave this earth you'll be holding my hand " . So sweet .

[@buzzmason7050]

@Chris Stapleton cap

[@brucewilson1958]

It is easy to overwrite anything, including a sing. It is extremely difficult to prune it down to only what absolutely has to be there. This man does this very well. Bravo.

[@alfonzothomas3587]

Chris Stapleton is the best thing current country music has to offer.

[@joshporter08]

Believe the hype. He's as good as advertised

[@rottyrob]

That dude loves his wife

[@matthewchittle958]

I love how they have a code. She says "God bless you" when she sees him tearing up. He says "oh, am I gonna sneeze?"

[@leonard_maz]

0:00 More of You (E) 5:04 When The Stars Come Out (G) 10:24 Whiskey and You (D)

[@weswilson9781]

And with the key! 🐐

[@williamwelshjr.7704]

Whiskey and You is one of his best...in my opinion....

[@rdcanyon]

10:24 - where did she go?

[@2012swimmn]

@@williamwelshjr.7704 agreed! But it’s actually a Tim McGraw song 😀

[@James-sc5hz]

​@@2012swimmn true but Chris Stapleton wrote it with Lee Thomas Miller

[@deejaynoizecph]

This makes me wanna get whiskey-drunk under a full moon. Amazing.

[@StevieStirrup]

That old Gibson sounds delicious complimented by one of the best vocals I've heard.

[@helives2630]

Man, how true. Its crisp and ripe at the same time...

[@MrKongatthegates]

Yeah the guitar puts out a nice sound and his singing is great too. And hers all of it

[@citythink]

I have no idea how I slept on this record for 4 years other than a reluctance to spend time on new country music… traveller is an amazing piece of work.

[@trauma8314]

Chris Stapleton is my favorite and the most real country singer since Willie, Waylon, Merle and Johnny. God bless you and your wife Chris. Thank you for the real music.

[@Jake-tt6mk]

This song is written, almost to the letter, of the painful life my husband and his father went through with his mother, my mother in law. She struggled with bipolar disorder and attempted several times to make all of her suffering stop; she felt she was a burden to us. She could not have been more wrong. However, on June 26, 2006, she 'fired away'; one gunshot wound ended her suffering, not knowing that our suffering would endure. Only 7 1/2 years to the day later, on December 26, 2013, my father in law's suffering from her loss ended when he passed from cancer. My husband struggles DAILY with the loss of both of his parents. Mr. Stapleton, if you should ever read this, please know that you music brought my husband to tears. He has stated many times that your music gives him hope and that "real country music lies within Chris Stapleton." Please continue making music, knowing that you are impacting the lives of many. Some are closer to home than others. May God Bless You and Keep You.

[@claudiabailey5302]

I love country music and i am a black chick reason being i grew up with it. In my house Willie played beside Cash, Rambos etc. When people say things like Chris is bringing back proper country i smile because every music genre grows and changes i personally don't feel much passion for what i call pop country some tracks are ok but country cant stand still i am glad that we are getting back to real songwriters again that make you feel something when they sing. There is one thing that i hope country does not get rid of and that's real love songs not just the mush of love but also the heartbreak nothing does that better than country.

[@lauriekester4602]

+Claudia Bailey Where are the black chicks in country music? I love Mickey Guyton's Better Than You Left Me. She writes & sings traditional country. I just hope country radio embraces her. I mean, they just don't embrace many black singers & it's ridiculous. I'm so sick of slick, generic pop country overall. Even Miranda gets "pop" at times. I guess Chris is gonna have to lead the charge & save country!!!

[@lauriekester4602]

+markmiz88 There are some around they just don't play them on radio. I love RAY SCOTT, too. Lance Miller. They're both great. Chris released a single 2 yrs ago called "What Are You Listening To?"-great song-just went to #46 on the charts! Now he has like 5 songs on the charts! CMA's kicked his career into gear & the voters on the CMA panel finally got together & rewarded someone w/no top 40 hits as of yet! AMEN!

[@jessegreer8242]

+Claudia Bailey I have always LOVED Willie Nelson and Ray Charles' version of Seven Spanish Angels. There was a time when music was just music before corporations got involved and started labelling everything. Music is the one thing that everyone can understand and share across all boundaries. Peace and Love.

[@comiccoverage5551]

You may like Lindi Ortega, Brett Detar, Shakey Graves, and Shovels and Rope. Americana/country/blues/rock kinda :D Great stuff that you'll probably not hear on the radio anytime too soon, sadly. Also check out Chris's old band The SteelDrivers....REAL country music for sure :D

[@brownsfan222]

Music has no color. I love it.

[@jhannaeven1070]

I have become a country music fan thanks to Chris Stapleton. His voice is truly a gift and he tells a moving story with every song.

[@jaejaestace]

The way she looks at her husband with those harmonies!!!! 💥💔❤️ That connection! That’s something so solid we can’t even imagine 🙏🏽

[@tamatoa8261]

Now I know why I stopped listening to country music. Because they stopped making music like this. Thanks Chris for bringing me back.

[@blueskyblonde22]

"He has lots of other guitars" ...that is the understanding of what love looks like.

[@operastarkitty]

I feel this - the way Morgan looks at Chris is how I feel when I sing with my husband. This couple is the best thing in country music! I could listen to them for hours.

[@ChrisStapleton02]

Hello, I want you to know just how much I appreciate everything you have done for me. Thank you for your love and support. You are a true fan, and I am so grateful for that.☺️You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me during a difficult time❤️.I appreciate you more than words can say. I hope you keep being a great fan!❤️☺️ Where are you following from?☺️

[@ObelixBarbatus]

Chris is already a country music superstar and deserves stadiums filled with cheering fans. But, wow, this performance in a limited space was brilliant!

[@caseywilson8045]

The fact that anyone puts a "thumbs down" on a Tiny Desk, is just ridiculous.........why are you even here?!?!?

[@dees2115]

Ikr..i said that same thing

[@d1p70]

They are from Australia... like button's just upside down for them.

[@vissevolker955]

The Pen is mightier than the sword. The pen and the guitar in the hands of this man..... Woah.

[@debratrani8583]

I was so in love with this man's singing that I bought all 4 of his CDs immediately. They are all so easy to listen to because every song is memorable. He has created a style that is unique in my opinion. It sounds like country soul.

[@Chris_Stapleton_Manager]

❤❤❤Hey Big Fan ❤❤❤

[@bill7168]

"I drink because I'm lonesome and I'm lonesome 'cause I drink." Powerful words for anyone that has struggled with alcohol dependency and depression.

[@KiLLaGoRiLLa97]

So truthful. As someone who's struggled with being an alcoholic it's nice to know you're not alone. Currently over year sober

[@bill7168]

@@KiLLaGoRiLLa97 Stay the course Brother!

[@dcal6365]

So many groups on NPR tiny desk put on a big production, lots of instruments, weird sounds, over the top performances just to stand out . . . but Stapleton proves that simple vocal and lyrical talent always win out.

[@tnbella7]

When she looks at him it reminds me how June Carter Cash use to look at Johnny Cash.

[@silversagerae6353]

arguably the 21st century version of Johnny & June

[@kenyonsgirl415]

@@silversagerae6353 yes 😍

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

He is so special. A few years back I stumbled upon Tennessee Whiskey and been hooked ever since 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽❤️

[@dowjones3]

Why does this music just give me the biggest lump in my throat ever. Hows it possible to be sad and happy all at the same time. First time hearing the second track and I love it.

[@edenwomble2177]

Morgane has such a phenomenal voice too(and she sounds perfect with him😍).

[@padi5891]

💯

[@chrismortell]

This is not a joke. I was not a huge fan of Morgane’s. I thought it was more of Paul/Linda thing. Then, I got hearing aids. I’m enjoying these songs all over again with much greater appreciation for Morgane.

[@j.justinzimmerman9836]

These two are of the ancients. The very rare, Real People. Beautiful.

[@juliedorman1858]

[@AmandaBurns14]

The fact that someone sneezes around 2:40, and Morgane waits till after the song to say "God Bless you" - just so polite with manners, I love her. Even though this was recorded way before covid ---- even "after" covid, I hear someone sneeze, I still say "Bless you" --- just polite manners. Just be kind ♥️

[@ChrisStapleton02]

Hello, I want you to know just how much I appreciate everything you have done for me. Thank you for your love and support. You are a true fan, and I am so grateful for that.☺️You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me during a difficult time❤️.I appreciate you more than words can say. I hope you keep being a great fan!❤️☺️ Where are you following from?☺️