Adam Randal Young (born July 5, 1986) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. He is best known as the founder and sole member of electronica project Owl City. Outside of Owl City, Young has recorded music under different musical projects, most notably Port Blue and Sky Sailing. In addition to these works, Young was part of the electronica band Swimming With Dolphins and post-rock band Windsor Airlift.
Young has also collaborated with numerous musical artists such as Paul van Dyk, Chicane, Armin van Buuren, Schiller, Relient K, Jars of Clay, and Switchfoot. Young has composed music for brands such as Apple and Disney.
Early life
Young was born Adam Randal Young in Ottumwa, Iowa July 5, 1986 and was raised in Owatonna, Minnesota. He is the son of Joan Young and Randy Young. Growing up, he was raised as a Baptist. He graduated from Owatonna Senior High School and then found work at a Coca-Cola shipping warehouse. He later worked at UPS as a truck loader working night shifts. He attended a community college for a general arts degree. He began composing melodies in his head while working, which he would then record in his studio in his parents' basement.
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