Adam Young (American musician)

Adam Young
Young performing at the Bowery Ballroom in 2009
Born
Adam Randal Young

(1986-07-05) July 5, 1986
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • musician
Years active2002–present
Musical career
OriginOwatonna, Minnesota, U.S.
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • bass
  • drums
  • keyboard
Member ofOwl City
Formerly of
Websiteayoungscores.com
Signature

Adam Randal Young (born July 5, 1986) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. He is best known as the founder and sole member of electronica project Owl City. Outside of Owl City, Young has recorded music under different musical projects, most notably Port Blue and Sky Sailing. In addition to these works, Young was part of the electronica band Swimming With Dolphins and post-rock band Windsor Airlift.

Young has also collaborated with numerous musical artists such as Paul van Dyk, Chicane, Armin van Buuren, Schiller, Relient K, Jars of Clay, and Switchfoot. Young has composed music for brands such as Apple and Disney.