Diamond & Gold: A Tribute to Neil Diamond

Honoring the music of the great Neil Diamond, featuring Amarillo’s own Dean Yates.

Date: June 15, 2024 at 7:30pm at the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts in Amarillo Texas.

Dean Yates has been a consummate performer in the Amarillo area for many years. Upon graduation from college, he passed the audition and was selected to perform as a lead guitarist for Dennis Yost of Classics IV fame. Dean traveled across the country performing the million-selling hits Spooky, Stormy, Everyday with You Girl, and Traces of Love at concerts, club dates and even at the White House. He has also performed in plays for theater and improv shows as part of the acting troupe, Merely Players. Currently, Dean can be seen in the Amarillo area as a solo artist, and as a founding member of the band, Insufficient Funds. Throughout the years, Dean has developed a passion for the songs of Neil Diamond. He is looking forward to showcasing that passion in the band’s musical tribute to benefit the Ronald McDonald House in Amarillo.