Biography

Chris Young American Music Producer and Entertainment Consultant

Chris Young is one of the most influential and innovative talents in the music industry today. A graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy with Josh Groban and Jewel, he went on to tour extensively as a trumpet player with Guns N' Roses, Elton John, James Brown, Stevie Wonder, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, to name a few.

Chris Young's insatiable love of music pushed him to learn music production, song writing and engineering taking it to a professional level. He signed a major publishing deal with EMI, and has a current deal with Ultra International Music Publishing. Chris has placed his music as a producer and orchestral composer on network television, films for major motion picture companies, and advertising campaigns for numerous Fortune 500 companies. Chris was featured on four seasons of The Real Housewives of New York, and produced the Countess's Top Ten iTunes song, 'Money Can't Buy You Class.'

In addition to working with entertainment companies and established talent, Chris has also launched the careers of new, unheard performers, helping them to realize their goals of mainstream success. His discoveries have made it onto national radio and Billboard charts and have been selected as finalists on American Idol, The Voice, X Factor, and P. Diddy's Starmaker.

In 2010, Chris Young became an esteemed member of the Academy of Recording Science's Producer' and Engineers wing. He is an accredited voter for The Grammy Awards, and an advocate for the rights of musicians and recording artists all over the world. His work with International artists has given him an even deeper understanding of global sound.

Chris Young has also dedicated his life to sharing his knowledge of the industry and helping those in need. He has worked regularly with charitable organizations such as Ronald McDonald House, The Friendship Circle and The Special Olympics.
- IMDb mini biography by: Producer Chris Young