George Young
George Young
#### Full Name and Common Aliases
George Young was a renowned Australian music producer, songwriter, and musician. He is also known by his stage name, Georgie Young.
#### Birth and Death Dates
Born on October 6, 1937, in Glasgow, Scotland, Young passed away on March 28, 2013, at the age of 75.
#### Nationality and Profession(s)
Young was a British-born Australian music producer and songwriter. He worked extensively in the music industry as a record producer, mixer, and musician.
#### Early Life and Background
Growing up in Glasgow, Young developed an interest in music from an early age. He began playing guitar at 15 and later formed his own band, The Easy Beat. After serving in the British Army, Young moved to Australia in the late 1950s to pursue a career in music.
#### Major Accomplishments
Young's most notable work was as a producer for Motown Records, where he worked with artists such as The Supremes, The Temptations, and The Four Tops. He co-wrote several hit songs, including "ABC" by The Jackson 5. Young also produced music for various Australian bands and artists.
#### Notable Works or Actions
Young's most notable contribution to the music industry was his work as a producer at Motown Records. During his tenure, he helped shape the sound of Motown and produced numerous hit songs and albums. Some of his most notable works include:
The Supremes' "Stop! In the Name of Love" (1965)
The Temptations' "My Girl" (1964)
* The Four Tops' "Reach Out, I'll Be There" (1966)
Young's work at Motown earned him a reputation as one of the most respected producers in the industry.
#### Impact and Legacy
George Young's impact on the music industry cannot be overstated. He played a significant role in shaping the sound of Motown Records and influenced generations of musicians with his innovative production techniques. His legacy extends beyond his work at Motown, as he also contributed to the development of Australian music.
Young was awarded an Order of Australia Medal for his services to music in 1996.
Quotes by George Young
Introducing legislation with exemptions and loopholes would deny protection to the many thousands of workers in the hospitality industry who are currently exposed to high levels of secondhand smoke, and substantially increase health inequalities in the poorest communities.
If you know firefighters like I know firefighters, a voluntary basis means I will put it in my locker and I will think about it ... maybe.
It is vitally important farmers remain confident and focused on producing and promoting top quality British meat.
Another rule: I took pictures of what intrigued me, but I didn't alter the pictures on the computer except to crop. And there are almost no people; it's more about scenery.
These are the rules for this. The first rule was I could only park for my walks in public places like this one.
They are always tough at home in the history of the tournament. We obviously matched up well and played well today. We feel lucky to have the lead and we are cautiously optimistic. The weather was perfect and the course is in great condition.
