James Vincent Young (born November 14, 1949) is an American musician who is best known as one of the guitarists in the American rock band Styx, having served as the only continuous original member of the band.

Born November 14, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, James Young is best known for playing lead guitar and singing in the rock band Styx. He was nicknamed by Styx members and longtime fans as “JY." From...

With Glen Burtnik returning to the group on bass and Lawrence Gowan on keyboards, JY and Styx embarked on what was intended to be a limited tour. Following two new live albums, the tour evolved into the StyxWorld '02 tour, and was proclaimed over on September 8, 2002.

Styx guitarist James "JY" Young, a founding member and mainstay in the band, shares his thoughts on some key songs in their catalog, including "Mr. Roboto," "Lady" and "Snowblind."

2023年11月6日 · Where would U.S. melodic rock be without James “J.Y.” Young? Over the years, the Godfather of Styx has helped the Chicago rock institution negotiate the slings and arrows of changing pop-cultural tastes to craft a discography that presents high-concept progressive rock for our every day.

2013年10月19日 · As 2013 begins to wind its way to a close, it’s been another busy year for the “rock band Styx,” which is how founding member and guitarist James “JY” Young refers to the legendary group ...

2024年1月25日 · When you ask James "JY" Young, a founding member of the Grammy award-nominated band, Styx, how he keeps touring and performing night after night practically all year long, he pauses for a...

2025年1月4日 · Guitarist James “JY” Young is the only person on the planet who can say he’s performed at every single Styx concert, ever. Young joined the explosive Chicago rock band in 1970, when it was known as TW4, and is still a key component today.

2015年1月15日 · In this exclusive Guitar.com interview, JY spoke with us about the state of rock ‘n’ roll in 2015, overseeing the band’s DVD productions, and the possibilities for new Styx music in the digital age.

2011年6月24日 · Guitar World sat down with Styx guitarist James “JY” Young to discuss the band's 2011 summer tour with Yes, what it was like revisiting their old hits, and where he sees the band heading in future.