Band manager, Lead Vocal, Rhythm Guitar  

Phillip started playing and writing music in the 1970's.  His love for the story telling writing style was heavily influenced by cousin Nat Stuckey and other great Texas song writers. His lyrical stories soon beld into the instumental portions of his writing as well.   This style of writing is what drew Phillip to Bluegrass and Traditional Americana  music. Cliff Top works hard to keep a lyrical and instrumental connection in the forefront of their music.