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JT Young

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Hailing from Decatur, Alabama Born in 1972, Raised in Sommerville, Alabama. Jeremy started playing drums at the age of 8, and guitar around 11. He honed his guitar and drum skills throughout highschool. He was forced into singing when a band mate dropped out of a gig due to sickness in the early 80's. With many request for him to be a vocalist, He later provided the voicefor several different groups. Jeremy was influenced by many different bands and artist in the early years. These influences include artist and bands such as Delbert McClinton, Eric Clapton, Joe Walsh, Tico Torres, CC DeVille, Ricci Rockett, James Burton, Ritchie Sambora, Steve Gadd, Kenny Arranoff, Jon Bon Jovi, and many other great guitarist, Singers and Drummers. In the early 90's, Jeremy was a member of the "CrossRoads" band. Originally the drummer and later becoming one of two guitarist, This band spun off many artist such as Gary Nichols (Mercury) and Amanda Brewer (Fame) who are signed to major labels as Well as Westley Butler (upcoming singer/songwriter) . Jeremy became a member of Bobby Hood's "Shaker Band" in the mid 90's where he learned from the "school of hard knocks" many lessons that would make him a stronger, more rounded player in the Music industry. Jeremy became known in the "Muscle Shoals" music scene and had the pleasure to work with many of its finest musicians and songwriters, most of them being legendary studio musicians. With the opportunity to learn from the best, Jeremy began developing his vocal abilities and songwriting skills, all of this making his talent unique and original. He joined recording artist Tim Aaron (Dynasty) in 2003 as Drummer and band leader. Recording on several projects and opening for numerous stars such as legendary Hank Williams Jr., Where he also got to work with Jim Seales of Grammy award winning group Shenandoah. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Jeremy is currently working on finishing up some material for the sight. Check back in soon for more Info and some Great Music!!! THANKS FOR VISITING !!!!
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Member Since: 05/02/2007
Band Website: coming soon !!!!
Band Members: I work with the Greatest Musicians in the world, home grown right here in the southern states of the good old U.S.A.
Influences: These people and groups were more than influences, they were and are still my heroes........ Delbert McClinton, The Eagles, Eric Clapton, Joe Walsh, Tico Torres, CC DeVille, Ricci Rockett, James Burton, Elvis, Ritchie Sambora, Steve Gadd, Tom Keifer, Kenny Arranoff, Jim Seales, Jon Bon Jovi, Steve Perry, Lars Ulrich and many other great guitarist and drummers from Classic Rock, 80's and 90's Rock, to Classic Soul, R&B, and Muscle Shoals Sounds. Last but certainly not least I thank the Creator, for giving me one more day of Life !
Sounds Like: I sound like Me and I like it that way! I never cared much for attempting to be the fastest or the greatest. I just wanted to be myself, and for others to enjoy what I love doing. I believe you can take one note and play it with your soul, and accomplish more than playing every scale in the "Big Book of Scales".
Type of Label: Major

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Things are Getting Back to Normal

Greetings Freinds,   I am hoping everyone is doing well. I am finally moved and settled in minus the studio. I hope to get my building finished and it back in operation by the spring. I also will...
Posted by on Wed, 19 Nov 2008 05:13:00 GMT