Artist Spotlight: Terence Young
Guitar Phenom & Fan Favorite
Born into a musical family in South Carolina, Terence Young picked up the guitar at 10 and never put it down. Today, he’s one of the region’s most in-demand bandleaders and a national touring artist whose concerts fuse smooth jazz feel, R&B pulse, and gospel/rock dynamics. Young has released over a dozen instrumental albums—his official site cites 14—spanning originals and thoughtful reimaginations. Key titles include The Guitar Diary and his stream-only project The Playlist; he continued releasing new music with the single “Closer” in 2025.
On stage, The Terence Young Experience is equal parts precision and joy—intimate ballads, sing-along R&B guitar anthems, and extended grooves that spotlight a seasoned ensemble. Along the way, Young has co-billed or appeared with artists such as Kenny G, Boney James, Patti LaBelle, Frankie Beverly & Maze, Charlie Wilson, and more. Based in Columbia, SC, he also mentors and leads projects across the Carolinas, keeping community and craft at the center of his work. (Terence Young Experience)
Congratulations to Gullah Smooth Jazz Artist Terence Young, JMA 2025 Guitar II Musician of the Year! ✨❤️🔥🎸 We can’t wait to see you on stage @2026 NCSGJ Music Festival.🎶
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✨New music from Terence Young!🎶🎸🔥
✨Words of praise from the incomparable music icon, Valerie Simpson 🙌