George Young Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Songs, Band, Movies, Family, Instagram

Biography

George Redburn Young (born 6 November 1946) was a man of many talents in the music industry. In his early years, he served as the lead guitarist and primary songwriter for the legendary Australian band, The Easybeats from 1965 to 1968. After departing from the band, he joined forces with fellow musician Harry Vanda to form Flash and the Pan in 1979, which added more feathers to his already well-decorated cap per music review.

As a songwriter and record producer, George Young was a true visionary, collaborating with some of the biggest names in the music industry. His resume reads like a who’s who of the greatest artists of all time, including AC/DC, INXS, John Paul Young, Mark Williams, Russell Morris, Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham, and many others. 

George Young‘s enduring legacy is a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft, which will continue to inspire musicians and music lovers for generations to come.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	George Redburn Young
Stage Name:	George Young
Born:	6 November 1946 (age 70 years old)
Place of Birth:	Bridgeton, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Died:	22 October 2017, Singapore
Nationality:	Australian
Height:	1.8 m
Parents:	William Young, Margaret Young
Siblings:	Malcolm Young, Alexander Young, Angus Young, Margaret Horsburgh
Spouse:	Sandra Ramsey (m. 1969-2017)
Girlfriend • Partner:	N/A
Children:	2
Occupation:	Songwriter • Guitarist
Net Worth:	$20 million

Early Life

John Redburn Young, known by his stage name George Young, was born on the 6th of November in 1946 in Scotland. He was brought to Australia by his family when he was a young child and eventually became an Australian citizen. His father, William Young, worked as a wheel boy in rope works before transitioning to operating machines and saws in an asbestos and cement company. During World War II, William Young enlisted in the Royal Air Force, where he served as a flight engine mechanic.

After the war, William Young worked as a postman and later as a yard man for a builder. George Young‘s mother, Margaret Young, was a stay-at-home mom with the same surname as her husband, born on July 14th, 1913. He was the second youngest of four siblings, with three older brothers named Malcolm Young, Alexander Young, and Angus Young, and a sister named Margaret Horsburgh.

George Young‘s family background and upbringing in Scotland and Australia heavily influenced his music career, which began as the lead guitarist and main songwriter of the iconic Australian band The Easybeats from 1965 to 1968. Later, he co-founded the band Flash and the Pan with Harry Vanda in 1979.

Personal Life

George Young, the legendary Australian musician, and songwriter, married Sandra Ramsey in the bustling city of London in 1969. Together they bore the fruit of their love, two children whose names are not mentioned in the text. However, the matrimonial bliss did not last forever as they parted ways in 1981, only to rekindle their love four years later in 1985.

Sadly, George Young‘s journey in this mortal realm ended on the 5th of August, 2005, as he lost his battle with cancer at the ripe age of 70. His immense contribution to the world of music, ingenious songwriting skills, and exemplary musicianship will continue to inspire generations to come.

Career

George Young, a bright-eyed musician from Sydney, began his career with like-minded individuals in 1964. This group included Dick Diamonde, Snowy Fleet, Harry Vanda, and Stevie Wright, who came together to form the iconic Australian band, The Easybeats.

In the early days of their career, they rehearsed in the Villawood Migrant Hostel, where all the band members had a connection. The band’s unique sound and songwriting abilities quickly caught the attention of music enthusiasts worldwide.

After the band split in 1969, George Young and Harry Vanda teamed up and started their musical journey as Vanda & Young. In 1973, the duo returned to Sydney and started working with Ted Albert at his Albert Productions recording studio. Here they honed their craft and rose to the position of in-house producers, working with some of the biggest names in the music industry.

In 1976, George Young started Flash and the Pan, a studio-based duet with Harry Vanda on guitar and keyboards and himself on guitar and vocals. Their singles Hey, St. Peter, and Down Among the Dead Men made it to the top 10 Australian music charts, and the band flourished.

One of the band’s notable songs, Waiting for a Train, featured the powerful vocals of Stevie Wright, a former member of The Easybeats. The song was released in December 1982 and peaked at No. 7 in the UK, No. 15 in Belgium, and No. 26 in the Netherlands when released in Europe in April 1983.

George Young‘s contributions to the music industry will never be forgotten. He left a lasting impact on the industry and inspired many other artists to follow in his footsteps.

Net Worth

At the time of his death, George Young‘s net worth was estimated to be $20 million. He was a member of the bands The Easybeats and Flash and the Pan and was the older brother of Angus and Malcolm Young of AC/DC. 

In addition to his success as a musician, he also had a successful career as a producer. He produced albums for AC/DC.

George Young was a true rock legend; his passing was a great loss to the music world. 

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Discography

• Thunderstruck
• Back In Black
• Highway To Hell
• Let There Be Rock
• Shoot To Thrill
• Who Made Who?
• It’s A Long Way To The Top
• Hells Bells
• For Those About To Rock
• Whole Lotta Rosie