Purple Hulls (Texas Country Reporter)

Find out why these talented twins left Nashville behind, and came back to the family farm.
Katy, Penny & Ben Clark
The Purple Hulls
Kilgore, TX
Website: thepurplehulls.com/
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TCR #1363, 10-12-2013

[@lemoncrinckles]

This is the Texas, and these are the kind of people I think of when I think of Texas.

[@allycooper5019]

I love Katy and Penny. I've had them play at my Church several times. They are awesome and my two girls look up to them.

[@benyaeger4388]

I wish the world had more loving people like these three siblings I love their humbleness, wisdom and the fun music!

[@jimmysapien9961]

Life is like a Box of Chocolate’s

[@cliffords2315]

if you get away from Cities, you got real America

[@Scanjoon]

@@cliffords2315 So very true!

[@ashlit08]

Absolutely. Just look What is going on in some of the cities in 2020. So very sad.

[@birdsadventuresinwoodandmusic]

Kindred spirits! I love these ladies. They've figured out what life is REALLY about. It's called family.

[@joadhenry]

amen to that

[@garyply279]

Great kids Good values priceless

[@josephkain4901]

What wonderful daughters , I'm sure their Daddy is looking down and feeling very proud.

[@mandilon3373]

There us no better reward than seen your descendants take over a project that you always loved it

[@jimmysapien9961]

Yep

[@patriciacole8773]

Not so fast young man❣️ We lay in the grave unaware until Jesus returns for His faithful sons and daughters. We will rise to meet Him in the air. When He returns our reward is with Him. Immortality will be the reward to live with our Savior forever. Until then we are sleeping as for a little moment. God bless our search for Him in His holy word ❣️

[@abax919]

I'm from Kilgore and we love these gals, and Ben! Their dad, Mac as he was known to most of us, was a great man. You don't need to take my word for it, just listen to his girls and how they carry themselves and there love of God and sharing it with others. Ya'll have made your daddy proud. Keep up the good work and may God continue to bless ya'll!!!

[@stew7479]

Andy Baxter Do they still sell peas and sing? Just curious because my MIL lives in Kilgore, and I visit sometimes. I am originally from Longview, but moved away last year. I would love to buy from them, and listen to them play. TIA.

[@jimmysapien9961]

I’m a Believer

[@robedmund9948]

Beautiful: voices, products, ladies, lives. Nicely done!!

[@StellingKev]

When you put God first, as these young ladies have done, He will take care of your every need. I am so thankful that I have had the opportunity to meet this family, the are the most genuine folks I have ever known. God is good!

[@johnnorton2182]

StellingKev GOd is good all the time

[@stevemelancon6207]

Thanks be to God Almighty. In Jesus' name. Amen.

[@waterheaterservices]

@countryfolk kinsurvive Job praised God and was greatly blessed in the end.

[@joemomma1968]

Yep

[@stringbender57]

These two young ladies are so talented and so beautiful! They melt me. Along with their brother Ben, they are my favorite Bluegrass band.

[@novocain13]

+stringbender57 Yes, they are very talented indeed. Love them! They keep Bluegrass alive.

[@MrBigChives]

+stringbender57 I had no idea he had sisters haha

[@2malsahm59]

Just so beautiful. 5th generation farmers on the same land. This is the America I love.

[@MTknitter22]

Musicians big time combined with business AWESOME!!!! Bless ya’ll

[@davidb8397]

These are 2 amazing ladies their dad must have been very proud and loved his daughters very much they remind me so much of my 2 daughters I know they would be there for their daddy too

[@wadesmith7041]

God bless you Katie and Penny for going back home and helping your father I was young I worked for my uncle's on their Farms there is no other kind of work that is more gratifying 💕💕🙏🙏

[@JDMaya]

THEY ARE SO NICE, REFRESHING, AND UPLIFTING. BUSINESS, FARM, SINGERS AND MOST OF ALL FAMILY. A STORY MIXED WITH SADNESS AND JOY, AND HEART BREAKING END. WONDERFUL PEOPLE FROM TEXAS. I LOVE TEXAS

[@novocain13]

I love your music and I absolutely love the appreciation and the love you showed your father. May God bless you and keep you. Greetings from Norway.

[@tosicvladimir64]

Blessed voices and musicians, God bless you Purple Hulls, greetings from Serbia!!!

[@protestant7038]

Super - Class !!! Greetings from Germany

[@donaldbronikowski5297]

They played at church here in Whitehall Tx, it was really something. All the best and wish Texas produced more people like this.

[@wbduran46]

May the Precious Blessings always continue for these wonderful folks!

[@loncho5079]

Boy, them girls are beautiful, pretty eyes and pretty smiles. God bless them, they were raised right.

[@iamdanbones]

the caption could read...any corner in Heaven. Awesome! This is how to live.

[@Buck1954]

Just heard them in Bellville at Coushatte Ranch. Fantastic Musicians. Heard their story about their Dad. Happy to see them in God's hands working the farm, and playing the music too.

[@t4texastom587]

I consider myself very fortunate to have seen and heard these two musical geniuses perform. They are absolutely wonderful, and so very talented. 🎻🪕

[@HappyPappynKatyTX]

What a blessing to our great state!

[@mandolinman5785]

What a beautiful documentary!!! Bless this family, for showing what real family values should be like!!

[@cambium0]

This is what every tv journalism feature aspires to. Helps to have a good subject.

[@roostercogburn809]

Nice family, when you do good things, good things happen in return...

[@roryhammond4113]

you guys are awesome Ive been listining to you 3 for quite a few years your all great not with just music but as human beings and you have a big fan in me!!!

[@jackmccoy2047]

While I love purple hull peas, I think I like their music even better. They are very talented.

[@MultiDwang]

Greetings from Australia.I love you guys.Your lives radiate Jesus joy.

[@patriciacole8773]

May I share biblical truth about the seventh day sabbath created in the garden of eden blessed and honored by Jesus Himself? Genesis 2:2&3. Exodus 20:8-11 and Exodus 31:12-18. Please pray and consider the Bible truth that overcomes the deception of sun day worship. When we rest is who we worship. Be blessed in our search for God in His holy word ❣️

[@cattleprods911]

The most talent that has come along in a long time.

[@robertfoster8820]

Thank you Purple HullS family for sharing your kindness :)

[@elvisjerrylee]

Now that was absolutely refreshing, especially with the trying times we are going thru now in 2020.

[@camoisacolor2425]

God bless you girls and your family. You embody all the values that make me proud to be a Texan. I wish you health and happiness. BTW, great pickin'!!!

[@walidalfadil2915]

Different world, I have cancer for last five years my family they’re given up on me for the first month count me out of their lives and they told we can’t help you, they funny thing I never asked anybody for help always believe help come from god, I’m still here walking in this life thanks god and I love and respect all human all creatures of god, god bless all.

[@battlehrfred]

Wow!! speechless... God Bless ye all and ye shall prosper by your morals and values!! 100--100

[@molnarriki4876]

Those texas people are awesome.they know that life begins outside city

[@goldpop5001]

What a breath of fresh air in these days we live in !!

[@seanmartinman7946]

Your dad would be so very proud of you all, God bless you.

[@TheRycooder]

HOW could anyone put a thumbs down....unreal!!

[@funkyjones]

There's hate and evil in the world. Face it.

[@ColKorn1965]

Probably George Soros and others who are against free enterprise.

[@rachidelakhdari5919]

I asked the same QUESTION????

[@esparka]

Hooter Bear Some People cannot get any attention any other way...

[@kyzor-sosay6087]

Hooter Bear Don’t understand,man. I think people do stuff to be mean.

[@spikewright6474]

I am so sorry to hear about your father but your talent and beauty has given me and my family (lost our father to cancer) so much joy and pleasure. You are Blessed! I listen to The Purple Hulls almost every morning on the treadmill. Crush of Katy!

[@scotttengesdal7825]

Right there with ya Spike. Taking nothing away from Penny and Ben...all incredibly talented but I watch the What a Friend we have in Jesus video over and over with eyes glued on Katy!

[@doodlebugcandiecane]

Wonderful story girls! I lost my Daddy in 2010 after only a 16 day battle with cancer from the day he was diagnosed to the day he was gone. Also, he was never a farmer but sold farm parts his whole life and knew many farmers just like your Dad all over Northeast Louisiana. When I grew up and lived in a home of my own I decided to grow a large garden a by myself with absolutely no knowledge of how to grow a garden! Daddy was sick and walked with a cane at this point due to strokes but never missed the opportunity to sit in the shade at the end of my rows and give me pointers and just be there to be proud of his oldest, single girl that he suddenly started called the "baby"! Thanks for sharing your story! By the way, I know people in y'alls town!

[@bryanclapp1241]

Katy is a Beautiful Lady with Beautiful Eye's and a Tender Spirit ! Many Blessings to You Two,Be Blessed,B.C.

[@bryanclapp1241]

I too wanted my stardom with Bill Gaither but with my dream came the death of my oldest sibling. We were as a trio to Interview with Gaither but it wasn't the Lords will. We had to make it another way in life and work on Other dreams to survive. We all have to work on one day at a time,Keep Your Eyes on the Son Katy,B.C.

[@mr.bluegrass9723]

you two young ladies would make any father proud .Your music is also great .Keep up the good work and hope to hear more from you in the near future.

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful story.

[@busdriver5399]

Great family, I wish we could see more like these. I lived in east Texas when I was younger. I picked purple hulls too! Love those peas, I'd love to have some, we can't grow them in Missouri! Great job on the music.

[@Ferni33htx]

Very inspiring thanks for the story and God Bless y'all

[@geraldlowe2652]

I really like to come here about once a wk,,and watch this entire video,,,it puts things in perspective,,where they should be.Im sure Dad is beaming with proudness,,,,,I am.

[@bobcaddock3264]

beautiful music. beautiful souls.

[@EASTSIDERIDER707]

Powerful journalism.

[@toddtomaszewski6820]

this is the best episode of Texas country reporter EVER. thank you for sharing this wonderful story.

[@RaSVL]

This is wonderful! Hugs from Brazil!

[@harls3337]

I saw them at the blue bonnet festival in ennis tx.. Omg it was great the best part of my day #thepurplehulls

[@brhodes2287]

In know they had one awesome father. You can see him shine through his daughters.

[@johnnorton2182]

Just great. Gotta love those girls and their brother

[@dal65]

What a beautiful story.

[@ivanh3]

That you were able to walk in his shoes and "understand", and that he was able to see that was an enormous gift to your father.

[@gravecactus]

there's something magical i love about southern music. it's not my music, but i can sure appreciate it. could listen to that all night and until tomorrow.

[@cromulation]

Great family, God Bless them.

[@jagvocate]

Beautiful East Texas, and beautiful daughters honoring their Daddy.

[@mukwah1111]

Oh how I LOVE TCR ! Thank you for sharing so many, many wonderful stories of people and places in TX that make the world shine.

[@undergroundunlimited2282]

So talented, so funny so down to earth. Great report.

[@johnweatherall1332]

A Very touching story. God Bless these two ladies.

[@charlottewalker6490]

I love purple hull peas. I cant't wait to get to Texas and grow some. They are delicious, some of the best peas ever.

[@mrdogmoon]

I went through something similar with my Dad. God Bless the Clark Family.

[@garykaufman8128]

Thanks to Bob Phillips at TCR for this trip. Heard about the Purple Hulls through Banjo Ben Clark...great talents, all!

[@brentevans4961]

👍🏻🇺🇸 Wonder how they’re doing now ? I Hope they’re Well and Happy and Still Making Music 🇺🇸👍🏻

[@perrymcallister1692]

This video is very touching to the soul. Thank you for sharing. Love the singing and playing and sharing your family's story. God bless!

[@jimnowak3960]

There is more to life than bright lights. Great family. Cheers from Snook, Texas.

[@jerryalb8993]

Great job.. Plus the two of you are beautiful💜💜

[@jimmiescottcalhoun]

I've watched your gospel videos for church music inspiration and I'm so pleased to find out you all are from East Texas. Great story and great music. I hope ya'll stay in Texas and make it down to Austin sometime!

[@UTBanjo]

Grew up in Hallsville, and had no idea they started in Kilgore. Took me 40 years to find the banjo, and about 2 months after that to find the Purple Hulls. Sad to know I missed out on years of their music.

[@UTBanjo]

Forgot to say… I DO NOT miss planting, picking, and shelling those purplehulls.

[@lroper7793]

This is the first time I've sat and watched this video. Such an inspirational story. Nothing is bigger, here on earth, than family. You have some fans here in little Upstate S. Carolina.

[@paulmarks8979]

Country music n the lovely ladies, nice.

[@hoytmccloskey5967]

I love The Purple Hull's- beautiful locked up harmonies and stellar pickin' ..it's gospel bluegrass at it's best

[@andrewwheelerguitar]

Amazing. You left me speechless.

[@pmchamlee]

That's a fine bunch of kiddos! God bless you all! 🤠

[@alanstordal5621]

🎶Your Dad is in Paradice 🎶 With Joy he watches Y'all 🎶 🎶Playing along 🎶 🎶Singing Songs 🎶 🎶🎺Home Soon ✨

[@SWSadu]

Wonderful piece. Thank you.

[@Bob814u]

I saw this years ago. Today I saw a Bluegrass act on KZbin Music and realized it was these Wonderful siblings I had seen here.

[@chadli07]

beautiful and talented family god bless you all :)

[@carlosenriquez8870]

Awesome children they are..bless them always..they play music very good as well

[@searcy95]

You Ain't Missing A Thang In Nashville. Born And Raised One County North Of Nashville. This Ain't The Nashville I Played Music In For Years. Be Genuine To Yourself And Always Keep GOD And Family First !

[@dianesmith5044]

My daddy's childhood farm is just down the road from the abandoned Jakey's store. I remember riding on my granddaddy' s old Farmall tractor like the one in the video. Love your music and purple hull peas! I might have to come to a Kilgore to get me some peas. 😄

[@user-yr4ud8pf1n]

I know this family and they are beautiful people. I wish I could have met their Daddy too.

[@havrodwillfish]

i’m a georgia boy, but, y’all sure have my vote. god bless y’all and god bless america!

[@rocoroco5749]

Beautiful

[@guerrokingpep]

Awesome story! Awesome music! When you record even a home cd, I'm ready to buy!!!!

[@jeannetteharrison8131]

It's getting rarer for kids to go to college and come back home. But to go to college and Nashville and come back home to work on the farm. Now that's family and Christian love. Thanks to Daddy and I'm shore your Mother.

[@jasonking2943]

What a great story and great women!

[@SteveAubrey1762]

These girls are great! I really like their music!

[@altarbillies4298]

respect and honor!

[@BW-kv9wj]

What a wonderful story.

[@badlandskid]

There was always love in Daddy's hands....

[@bucci777]

Wholesome story... Thank you.

[@mandilon3373]

Beutiful story nothing compares with farm life. There ia where the real deal is ... Life.

[@citizennoble9231]

i'd rather be royalty. then i could get you to do what i want cos you're a peasant.

[@masajusp6934]

ladies you rock. have found the your goal of true life.

[@1791457]

Its moving, the way they talk about their father and the work on the farm

[@terrybane6206]

Great story.....thanks TCR.

[@chevybrat]

Great story! They inspire me.