Rick Young has many years experience in the music industry,
and especially enjoys doing weddings and providing a variety
of music that will satisfy both young and old alike. Rick is
a singer and musician, and has performed in various bands in
the Chicagoland area for many years. He started DJing in 1991,
and joined Sounds Abound in 1996. We have one common philosophy
to tailor each event to the music you want to hear and your
specific expectations.
Rick is a full-time Disc Jockey and professional musician.
He plays drums for an Irish Band in Chicago, and also plays
guitar and bass in his church band. Besides performing, Rick
has his own recording studio and has produced five albums. He
was a member of The Premiers, a seven piece show band. Rick
also played with Don Barnett and The Nu-Jays, and was the opening
act for country music favorites like George Jones and Tammy
Wynette; and has appeared on shows with Kenny Price, Johnny
Rodriguez, The Kendalls, Jack Greene, Jeannie Seely, Larry Gatlin,
and many others. Rick also performed with Tom Fogerty of CCR
fame, and has also sang with Daniel Rodriguez (The Singing Policeman
from NYC) at Ravinia in Chicago.
Rick’s professional experience, fantastic sound system, knowledge
of music, and attention to detail; all combine together into
a great package for your event. Rick says, “Please consider
me for your next event, and I will do everything I can to make
it a memorable evening.”
