Lacy Younger

Artist Information

Biography

With looks to kill and a voice to match Lacy Younger sings songs about life and life's lessons. Still Wild, the singer, songwriter's debut CD on Big Deal/Hyena Records is Lacy's open rockin' book on life, love and surviving the ride. Starting fresh in 2011, Lacy decided to collaborate with long time friend Jay Jardine, (they co-wrote 'But I Miss You') and the Jones brothers..(veteran guitar players with fresh, yet familiar sound that harkens to the early 70's...their Les Paul and Strat merg into hypnotic, harmonic leads) for the next record. "I have been a solo artist for so long....I have always belonged in a BAND...I love my boys and we are writing some great music!"...says Lacy. Born in San Diego, CA, she grew up with the sound of the surf and the Stones. "I was always a big Keith Richards fan, loved the B side songs," says Lacy ...but as a performer/singer I wanted to be like Mick Jagger or Paul Rogers" These influences are sometimes evident in her energy and somewhat cocky persona on stage yet she has this youthful girlish quality that shines through. She has that edgy grit when she wants to yet can sing clear as a bell at the height of her range. "YOUNGER HAS A SEXY VOCAL STYLE THAT IS REMINISCENT OF BONNIE RAITT AND BONNIE BRAMLET.... BUT EVEN MORE SO OF ROD STEWART AND CHRIS ROBINSON....... CONVERSELY SHE CAN CHILL ON BALLADS.." writes Peter Hund.

A powerful presence on stage, Lacy is no stranger to the spotlight. "I was forced into it at age three. My Grandma, Goldie would grab me out of bed, stand me on the coffee table and insist I belt out 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow' for a house full of martini clad party guests." By age five she was writing songs on the piano which she played by ear.
"Writing and performing have always been my favorite form of self expression," says Lacy, "I was 15 years old when I sang in my first band with a bunch of old guys!...(all in their twenties)..and was playing in local clubs by the time I was 16." From there Lacy never looked back. She moved to L.A. at 17 where she began singing and arranging background vocals, demos and the occasional jingle.
Being a songwriter first, Nashville was a natural progression for Lacy. In the 90's she spent time honing her craft where 'song is King' and a Viking princess was it's diligent subject. During her time there she was offered several publishing deals but there was also interest in her as an artist. She chose to avoid tying up her songs while holding out for a record deal. The short wait paid off and she accepted an offer which called her back to LA.. Soon after Lacy experienced the heartbreak of professional dreams not realized when her first record was dropped before they ever began promoting it. This sent her into a hiatus of sorts. But her downtime didn't last long as soon after she returned home to S.D. she was brought together with Val Garay. Lacy joined forces with the Grammy Award-winning producer/engineer, (Linda Rondstat, The Motels, James Taylor).. and brought STILL WILD to fruition.

"I feel good about this record" says Lacy, "If you have to call me something, I'm O.K. with being called Southern Rock, Americana or pop-rock...whatever!".."I've always had a hard time with that chronically asked question, 'what kind of music do you do?'..It drives me nuts....and the unavoidable pigeonholing that goes on." "But it's all a necessary part of promoting and marketing a body of work so that it might succeed....I get it." Lacy goes on to say, "I guess I'm rock and roll with a blues/southern edge..."; whatever the edge, Lacy fits in wherever people appreciate great music and an exceptional vocal performance....no matter what you call it!

You'll find Lacy Younger is Still Wild, in a good way as this record emotes. Of the thirteen cuts on the CD, eleven were written by Lacy. "Everyone has a tough time when it comes to love, I write the occasional 'story' but mostly I write about what I experience or what I see others experience; I know,...another song about heartache, bore me!.....but what else is there besides money and the pull of gravity that has such a huge affect on the human BEING?!"... she says.

Lacy has just joined forces with her new band, (formerly, Soul Plow) and they have been writing songs for the next record to be released in early 2013 on Hyena Records.
(Listen to some of the demos right here on Sonibids or on lacyyounger.com.)

RADIO/AIRPLAY: She is still played in all 50 US states, (on AAA, rock, country and some AC stations!) ....and her single was released in the UK..(through UNIVERSAL). Be sure to check calendar to view past dates/RADIO TOURS. Listen to RADIO INTERVIEWS and more on LACYYOUNGER.COM.

Instrumentation

Lacy Younger - Lead Vocals
Jay Jardine - Bass
Ben Jones - Guitar
Jon Jones - Guitar
Danny Campbell - Drums

Discography

Single: 'LIVIN' ON MEMORIES' was #1 on the charts in Europe in 1998 from the first record, self titled, LACY YOUNGER...(which was not ever officially released).

2nd record: Lacy Younger/STILL WILD First single released: BUT I MISS YOU Second single: DIDN'T I (did double what the first one did in it's first three weeks!) Last single, SOMETHING YOU DO was 4th MOST ADDED for five weeks in a row on AC stations in all of U.S. and topped out in the top 40 on Billboard. Many AAA/Rock stations are choosing to play the title track, STILL WILD on their own. Three of these four cuts are STILL getting airplay!

Lacy Younger CD's can be purchased online everywhere music is sold, (itunes, Lacyyounger.com,...etc.).

Links

• Facebook
• MySpace
• Hyena Records
• Lacy Younger (official site)

Audio

• WON'T GIMME A CHANCE
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• But I Miss You
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• Heart Of Mine
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• Still Wild
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• SOMETHING YOU DO
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• SUMMER ANTHEM
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• End Up In Mexico
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• WONDER IF I'LL EVER GET OUT
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• Dead Wrong
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• Let Me In
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Lyrics

• Won't Gimme A Chance
• But I Miss You
• Heart Of Mine
• Still Wild
• End Up In Mexico

Video

Lacy Younger band, 'LIVE' at Humphrey's, San Diego

I BELIEVE

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Press

• Music Tap review [+ Show ]
  

  Reviewed by - Matt Rowe Lacy Younger Still Wild Hot girls and Rock n Roll. It’s the heady m...Reviewed by - Matt Rowe
  
  Lacy Younger
  Still Wild
  
  Hot girls and Rock n Roll. It’s the heady mix that fuels and consumes the male side of the music. But when you get a volatile mix as gorgeous and desirable as Lacy Younger…well, all I can say is, ladies, lock up your husbands; she’s apparently still wild.
  
  Lacy Younger is equal parts country and rock n roll, oozing all of the sex appeal that just seems to come natural for her. On her new album, Still Wild, she runs through 13 tracks that will bring to mind several influences. She begins with “This Ain’t the First Time,” a strong opener that has the heartbreak of lost love but rocks in it like she’s got time for others; you don’t matter all that much. I really like her whiskey vocals in this one. At moments, she sounds classically bluesy and that makes for one hell of a song.
  
  Her voice has plenty of range and can easily tackle many songs well. Her album is full of enjoyable songs that will age well, none of them bad. Lacy Younger holds nothing back. In her booklet insert, she provides the lyrics to her songs, having written 11 out of the 13 available. She also gives you more than enough photos of her in various poses. But more than all of that, she is a great singer and songwriter. Lacy Younger is a legitimate singer and belongs in the game.
  
  I’m recommending a visit to her MySpace page for you to get a listen for yourself. But don’t say that I didn’t warn you because you’re going to like her.
  
  I love Lacy Younger but for now…
  
  I need a cold shower.
  
  
  
  Release Date: April 03, 2007
  Produced by: Val Garay
  Format: CD
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• "Singer's CD fundraising effort helps foster kids" [+ Show ]
  

  A few years ago, local singer-songwriter Lacy Younger was riding high. She had a contract to record ...A few years ago, local singer-songwriter Lacy Younger was riding high. She had a contract to record three albums and her song, “Something You Do,” climbed onto Billboard’s adult contemporary chart where it stayed in the Top 50 for 12 weeks.
  At the same time her single was rising in the charts, money for promoting it dried up along with the financing Younger had counted on to produce a second record. She didn’t work in the studio for more than a year and lived off the income from a property she owns and occasional gigs.
  “I have been through a lot in my life in the past couple of years as have we all,” said Younger, of San Diego. “My record label wasn’t able to promote me any more in the fashion that we had contractually agreed…they simply hit the wall financially.”
  “I had taken enough time off and didn’t want to wallow in self pity. I thought it was time to do something for someone else.”
  Younger began writing and recording again with her new band but found she needed something more to occupy her.
  About a year ago, she hit on the idea of producing a CD to benefit Makua — Voices for Children. Formed in 1953, Point Loma-based Makua is named after the Hawaiian word for “parent” and raises funds specifically for Voices for Children, a 30-year-old nonprofit devoted to protecting the interests of foster children.
  The compilation CD, tentatively titled “MakuaMix,” will highlight up to 17 local musicians. Recording artists have until May 15 to submit their original work.
  “There is so much good music in San Diego,” said Younger. “The bottom line is I want to raise funds, but reputation-wise, it’s important to put out a great record with good, solid songs.”
  For the sake of continuity, Younger is specifically looking for genres that meld well, such as pop, rock, alternative rock, country, Americana and country rock. She is not soliciting heavy metal or rap.
  Younger became a supporter of Voices for Children when she performed for Makua’s annual fundraiser in 2008. She immediately became hooked by the advocacy work performed by the organization’s volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates.
  “The women of Makua have so much heart, you can’t believe the amount of time they invest and work they do,” said Younger. “Voices For Children does a wonderful job of finding and training volunteers to become real advocates in a foster child’s life.
  “I’m inspired by them all. It’s so gratifying to be doing something that can create more awareness about the program.”
  The winning songs will be announced at Makua’s annual fundraiser on May 21st at Humphreys by the Bay. The CD will be available for purchase through Makua’s website in June and all proceeds will benefit Voices for Children.
  Musicians can submit up to two songs for $5 each and get a third submission free by visiting Makua’s website, makua.org.
  Lacy Younger will also be performing at the Humphrey’s event, ‘Jamaica Me Crazy’ on May 21st. Tickets are available at Makua.org.
  Caroline Dipping writes about philanthropy and people making a difference. Contact her at caroline.dipping@uniontrib.com or (619) 293-2823.
  
  
  

• Good New Music review [+ Show ]
  

  Still Wild Lacy Younger Big Deal/Big Pond Singer/songwriter Younger’s “original” 1998 debut on ...Still Wild
  Lacy Younger
  Big Deal/Big Pond
  
  Singer/songwriter Younger’s “original” 1998 debut on another label went out of print so fast it might as well never have been released, but eight of its songs have been rescued by “Still Wild” producer/engineer/remixer Val Garay, who overdubbed new instruments and vocals on some and completely recut others.
  
  Firmly in a country-/southern-rock vein, Younger’s guitar-driven sound is Stones-ish and Faces-like but more polished, and to a lesser degree pays homage to groups like Atlanta Rhythm Section and Lynyrd Skynyrd.
  
  Based in Los Angeles (where the best country-rockers either come from or end up) by way of Nashville (where she honed her writing skills) and San Diego (where she started singing in bands at 15), Younger has a sexy-husky vocal style that draws inspiration from Bonnie Raitt and Bonnie Bramlett – but even more so from Rod Stewart and Chris Robinson. She even sounds a tad like Bon Scott during the chorus of the album’s ass-whupper, “Broken Heart, Broken Bones.”
  
  Conversely, she can chill on ballads such as “Here’s to You” (from the album’s clutch of new songs, supplied by Nashville triumvirate John Scott Sherrill, Dennis Robbins and Dave Loggins) or “Livin’ on Memories,” an original composition boasting fiddle work so subtle it sounds like another guitar at first.
  
  Also not on the first album is the title track by Bonnie Hayes, whose “Have a Heart” and “Love Letter” helped take Raitt’s “Nick of Time” to the top of the charts in 1989; and “Something You Do,” which Hayes wrote with Younger.
  
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• Reviewer Magazine [+ Show ]
  

  "...Lacy Younger from San Diego, CA., delivers Country-Rock from a voice that will remind you of the..."...Lacy Younger from San Diego, CA., delivers Country-Rock from a voice that will remind you of the fine vocal range/talent of Patsy Cline. The Beautiful singer/songwriter still gigs locally......."

• Twangwire review [+ Show ]
  

  Lacy Younger's "Still Wild" How is it that we define genre and sound? When we listen to music ou...Lacy Younger's "Still Wild"
  
  How is it that we define genre and sound? When we listen to music our minds sub-consciously file that song among other songs that we are familiar with and without us knowing makes that judgment of, “this is a country record” or “this is a rock record.” Lacy Younger’s sound will definitely play tricks on your mind. It resides in that indefinable area where country and rock n’ roll meet. Her deeply personal bleeding heart lyrics scream country, but her voice, and the soul that resonates from that voice is all rock n’ roll. Her sound really reflects her experiences and influences, having spent time playing music in both Nashville and Los Angeles. Still Wild was brought to fruition with Grammy Award-winning producer/engineer Val Garay (Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, and Kim Carnes). Having written 11 out of the 13 tracks herself, the album is a walk through Lacy’s soul…..a country chanteuse with a rock n’ roll heart.
  
  
  
  ALBUM: Still Wild
  ARTIST: Lacy Younger
  RELEASE DATE: 4/3/2007
  LABEL: Big Deal Records
  WEBSITE: http://www.lacyyounger.com
  

• Americana UK review [+ Show ]
  

  Lacy Younger “Still Wild” (Big Deal Records 2007) Lacy Younger is marketing herself as a country...Lacy Younger “Still Wild” (Big Deal Records 2007)
  
  Lacy Younger is marketing herself as a country rocking minx. A hard living , whiskey soaked soul wrapped in the faded jeans and floaty tops and this album ticks all the appropriate boxes. The hard rocking ‘But I Miss You’ with its driving guitar and staccato piano stabs and the end of the night ballad of regret ‘I Was Wrong’ with its slow dance of tears and heartache. The whole CD follows this structure; perfectly observed mainstream radio country rock ( spelt rawk) – a ballad ( Livin’ On Memories)(Didn’t I), a rocker ( Broken Heart, Broken Bones)(Dead Wrong) etc.
  
  The production is slick, as you would expect from a grammy winning producer of Linda Ronstadt and Kim Carnes and nothing is out of place but that leaves little room for real emotion or spontaneity. I am sure that Lacy believes this stuff she has written about but maybe the edge has been slightly smoothed off these tales of heartbreak and unforgiveness. However if you ignore the awful 12 bar blues chug (Let Me In ) there is a spunkiness that cannot be ignored and the vocals grow with repeated listens, as do the arrangements.
  
  The cd is called ‘Still Wild’ and I should think she bloody well is after being told to run about in skimpy tops that emphasise the cleavage for the liner notes shots and promotional material. The woman who wrote most of the tracks on this cd obviously has the talent and the skill not have to play these marketing games. It is however her second shot at this debut (the first stalling in 1999) and she perhaps feels she must follow every path to try and make this a success and if they are aiming at a passing mainstream hit they might just do it with ‘Something That You Do’; for more long term credibility maybe change the image and let the songs do the talking.
  
  
  Date review added: Thursday, April 12, 2007
  
  
  
  
  
  

• Music Reviewer review [+ Show ]
  

  Artist: Lacy Younger Title: Still Wild Label: Big Deal Records Lacy Younger’s tracks embrace a fr...Artist: Lacy Younger
  Title: Still Wild
  Label: Big Deal Records
  Lacy Younger’s tracks embrace a fresh twist between country and the sound of pop music. Therefore, if you are looking for some modern country, Younger’s sound is perfect for you. She does not drown you in the country sound. In fact she claims she doesn’t like to choose just one genre to label her music. What is more, her songs are sweet and simple. They practically beg you to sing-a-long. In no time you find yourself tapping your feet, getting her songs stuck in your head, and forgetting what genre you intended to listen to.
  
  Younger crosses many barriers and does it well. Of Scandinavian decent and born in San Diego, Lacy grew up in a house of music. She played the piano and as a little girl remembers constantly performing for her family. She would sing confidently from her perch on the family coffee table every night before going to bed. Her success has clearly taken off far beyond the family living room with the creation of Lacy’s new CD Still Wild.
  
  Since Lacy loves to both sing and write it comes as no huge surprise that eleven of the thirteen tracks on the album were written by Lacy herself, a rare quality seen in today’s music industry. Yes, one may say Lacy Younger is a true musical talent. The only thing one is left wondering is what is to follow this first, impressive CD Still Wild...

• Country Stars review [+ Show ]
  

  Lacy Younger - Still Wild By: Brianna Nightingale, CSO Contributing Journalist By the time Lac...
  Lacy Younger - Still Wild
  By: Brianna Nightingale, CSO Contributing Journalist
  
  By the time Lacy Younger began writing songs on the piano at age five, she already had two years of musical experience behind her. “I started taking requests at age three. My Grandma, Goldie would come grab me out of bed, stand me on the coffee table in my footie pajamas and insist I belt out ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ for a house full of martini clad party guests,” she said.
  
  According to Younger, music was always in her house because of her mother’s beautiful voice and frequent use of the piano. On the way home from the beach one day when she was 15, Younger met some guys who wanted her to sing for their band. The rest was history; she began playing in local clubs about a year later.
  
  Her debut album, Still Wild, includes thirteen tracks which deal with broken hearts and life lessons. Since she knows everyone experiences a rocky road when it comes to love, her wish is to inspire others. “If sharing my music encourages others in any way, I’m a happy girl,” she said on her website.
  
  All but two songs were written by Younger herself. The title track was written by Bonnie Hayes and “Here’s To You” was created by Dennis Robbins, Dave Loggins and John Scott Sherrill.
  
  While I had the title track “Still Wild,” playing on my stereo, my fifteen year old brother walked into my room. He looked at me for a minute and said “this song is crazed.” Thinking about what he said, I listened closely and realized that Younger’s vocals go from soft and calm to “crazed” within just a few seconds.
  
  That minute one realizes their relationship has gone downhill is a moment that nobody wants to experience, but we all do because that’s life. “This Ain’t the First Time,” is about a girl who knows she’s about to be left alone, but because; “this ain’t the first time for someone to leave; won’t be the last time my little heart bleeds…it’s alright.”
  
  “Here’s To You” is written with the idea in mind that she will meet the man of her dreams some day. She doesn’t ever want to tell anyone she loves them unless it’s the right person. Referring to her future love interest, she says “I know mine’s out there somewhere, I just don’t know where he is.”
  
  Yet another song about relationship endings comes with great lyrics and I like the idea behind it. “But I Miss You,” one of my favorites, will definitely grab your attention with its strong vocals and percussion. Younger’s passion will persuade you that she means every word. After being in a relationship for so long it is hard to get out of it when it goes wrong. She recognizes the comfort of a familiar relationship when she misses him but not the things he did.
  
  To go along with “But I Miss You,” “Livin’ On Memories” gives the message that half of her wants to forget about him, but the other part desires to see him again. Everything about the melody of the song is convincing; starting with the tempo. It really gives that sad, daydreaming impression.
  
  “Didn’t I” leaves Younger wondering what she did wrong, trying to figure out why the relationship didn’t work out. The ending explodes with emotion just before “This Time” comes to a screeching halt for a short time. As with most of her songs, Younger’s voice becomes loud for a moment to make her feelings known just before she calms down again.
  
  Overall I believe Younger has the right idea about music. She knows none of our lives are the same, yet we still have similar experiences in our every day lives, especially with love. “We’ve all been there,” she says, “I just write about it.”
  
  Younger’s tracks can be previewed on her myspace page or her main website.
  
  Available April 7, 2007.

Setlist

Lacy's CD 'STILL WILD' is STILL getting airplay 4 years after it's release! She has headlined some huge shows and opened for several major artists including Bon Jovi, Three Dog Night, Terri Clark, Chris LeDoux and Neil McCoy.

When playing concerts Lacy plays all originals, in other situations, (corporate gigs/events) she draws from a wealth of unique cover songs (some are listed below along with 28 originals):

But I Miss You
Not Forgiving You
Still Wild
Girl With A Gun
30 Days In The Hole
Lonely For Your Love
Livin' On Memories
I Believe
Broken Heart Broken Bones
Didn't I
Alright Now
Wonder If I'll Ever Get Out
Let Me In
Dock Of The Bay
This Aint The First Time
I Want You Back
Don't Want to Try
You're No Good
Respect
Dead Wrong
Mission Highway
It's Hard Bein' You
End Up In Mexico
Something You Do
This Time
I Was Wrong
Love And Destruction
Rock & Roll
What is and what will never be
I Believe I'm In Love With You
Walkin' After Midnight
Tumblin' Dice
The Road
Here's to You
Heart Of Mine
The First Cut Is The Deepest
Funk 49
The Thing Called Love
Prayin' For Rain
Stay With Me
A Change
Try
Ways To Be Wicked
Doctor Doctor
Crazy
Something To Talk About
Really Doesn't Matter
Poor Poor Pitiful Me
Fooled Around And Fell In Love
Honkey Tonk Woman
Jealous
A Couple Of Tears
Don't Let Me Down
Roadhouse
Can't Get Enough Of Your Love
Aint No Sunshine
Lonely

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