Steve Young (musician)

Steve Young
Born(1942-07-12)July 12, 1942
Newnan, Georgia, U.S.
DiedMarch 17, 2016(2016-03-17) (aged 73)
Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
Genres
OccupationSinger-songwriter
InstrumentGuitar
LabelsA&M
RCA
Rounder
Watermelon

Steve Young (July 12, 1942 – March 17, 2016)[1] was an American country music singer, songwriter and guitarist, known for his song "Seven Bridges Road" (on Rock Salt & Nails & Seven Bridges Road). He was a pioneer of the country rock, Americana, and alternative country sounds, and he was also a vital force behind the outlaw movement.

  1. ^ Betts, Stephen L. (March 18, 2016). "'Seven Bridges Road' Singer Steve Young Dead at 73". Rolling Stone. Retrieved August 30, 2016.