Bill Yates..FFP..CGents Tribute

Bill Yates & Friends
The Country Gentlemen Tribute
MasterShield Records
BY ROBERT STEELMAN

Bill Yates, who spent better than 18 years as a member of the Country Gentlemen, has assembled a stellar cast of performers and friends to help him make this tribute. Listening to this album gives you the impression that you are listening to another version of the originals – it’s just that good. Bill brings in Mike Phipps, who does a great job of imitating the voice of a young Charlie Waller with lead and low tenor vocals. Other musicians include Darren Beachley, guitar and vocals; Dave Propst, mandolin/vocals; Kevin Mallow, fiddle; Dave MacGlashan, bass; Scott Walker, banjo; and Mark Clifton, resophonic guitar. If you’re a fan of the Country Gentleman you’re sure to recognize all of these numbers. Some are more of effective than others, but all of them are good. BMP