Yodeling Mickey Holt

Franklin Delano (“Mickey”) Holt was born in Hudson, New York. In the 70’s, Mickey became avidly involved with his great love of country music by joining the Stoney Mountain Boys and quickly became know everywhere as “Yodeling Mickey Holt” for his popular “top notch” square dancer caller.

In the early ‘80’s, his wife Alice entered Mickey as a solo act in an upcoming WGNA Country Talent Show, held in the Colonie Center Mall. Broadcast live on WGNA, Mickey won first place, and from that point on, his musical involvement skyrocketed. He played at many types of events, festivals, ski resorts, weddings and television programs, including The Egg in Albany and Star Search. He produced a 45 record, including “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You” and his famous rendition of the Elton Britt yodel classic, “Chime Bells.” In later years, the band adopted a female singer, renaming the group Country Gold.

Mickey dedicated 25 years to the band. Six years ago, however, Mickey was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, and he now plays solo at various local events. He is a colon cancer survivor and a wonderful inspiration to everyone who is blessed to know him. Two years ago while yodeling at Chatham’s Musica, he met Kenny Siegal at Old Soul and produced a CD of his country classics.