Gary Young (drummer)

Gary Young
Birth nameGarrit Allan Robertson Young
Also known asPlantman
Born(1953-05-03)May 3, 1953
Mamaroneck, New York, U.S.
OriginStockton, California, U.S.
DiedAugust 17, 2023(2023-08-17) (aged 70)
Stockton, California, U.S.
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • drums
  • keyboards
Years active1984–2023
Labels
Member ofGary Young's Hospital
Formerly ofPavement

Garrit Allan Robertson Young[1] (May 3, 1953 – August 17, 2023) was an American musician and music producer. He was best known as the original drummer of the indie rock band Pavement from its inception in 1989 until his departure in 1993.

  1. ^ Pedersen, Erik (August 18, 2023). "Gary Young Dies: Pavement's Original Drummer Was 70". Deadline. Retrieved August 19, 2023.