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Drifting Cowboys

The Drifting Cowboys were the legendary backing band that accompanied the country music icon Hank Williams during his meteoric and influential career. Formed in the late 1930s, the group saw several lineup changes throughout the years, but some of the more prominent members included guitarist Bob McNett, steel guitarist Don Helms, fiddler Jerry Rivers, and bassist Hillous Butrum. These talented musicians helped shape the sound of early country music. Their tight, heartfelt playing complemented Williams's distinct voice and songwriting, providing the instrumentation for many of his classic hits.

Even though Hank Williams passed away in 1953, the legacy of The Drifting Cowboys continued as they worked with other artists and kept the spirit of Williams's music alive. Over the years, they would reunite for tribute performances and recordings that celebrated their original work with the country music legend. Albums like "The Cowboys Sing Hank Williams EP" and the "Tribute to Hank Williams" serve as testaments to their role in furthering Williams’s enduring influence on country music. The Drifting Cowboys are not merely viewed as a backup band but as pivotal contributors to the genre, who have left an indelible imprint on country music through their collaborations with one of its most revered figures.

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