Freedom
Freedom Young is the newest member of Straight No Chaser! Born in Virginia, and raised in Delaware, his musical journey started in a car seat, where his mother first noticed his joy and talent for singing. She put him in gospel choir at age 4 which would lay the foundation for his future music endeavors.
In high school Freedom started doing show choir and musical theatre but it wasn’t until college that he was introduced to a cappella. While attending the University of Delaware he sang with the co-ed group Vocal Point. In his final year at Delaware, he auditioned and was accepted into the Cape Cod-based vocal group, Hyannis Sound. There he met Tyler Trepp and sang with the group for three summers.
After his time with Hyannis Sound, Young would go on to sing with multiple professional groups all over the US and in over 40 countries, including a 32-city tour opening for the Backstreet Boys. He would also have a recurring spot on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show.
Currently, Freedom resides in Lakewood, CA where he writes shows, makes music and builds his TikTok following in his home studio. In his spare time he develops educational arts programming for US Embassies around the world, as a Cultural Ambassador with the US State Department. He is extremely excited and looking forward to his new journey as part of Straight No Chaser!
Voice Part: Vocal Percussion / Baritone / Tenor
NAME
Freedom Young
CURRENTLY LIVING IN
Lakewood, CA
HOMETOWN
Newark, DE
HOBBIES
I really enjoy going to comedy shows, game nights and bowling.
MUSICAL INFLUENCES
Stevie Wonder, James Brown, Lauryn Hill, John Legend, Musiq Soulchild, Bruno Mars, Ray Charles and Boyz II Men
TRADEMARK
Being the new guy.
FAVORITE SNC MEMORY
Being asked if I was available in September to start performing with Straight No Chaser.
FAVORITE SONGS TO PERFORM LIVE
From a VP perspective, Don’t Stop Me Now and Use Me. From a singing standpoint, Movie Medley.
FAVORITE PLACE YOU'VE TRAVELLED
That’s tough, it’s a toss up between Eswatini and Madagascar. Different reasons for each but both were amazing experiences that I’ll never forget.
FAVORITE CITY TO PERFORM IN
I’ve only done a few shows so far, after this tour Fall Tour I’ll have a better idea! My favorite show so far was in Hagerstown, MD because my family was able to see me perform for the first time in 7 years.
FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM
Philadelphia Eagles
TOP 5 FAVORITE FOODS
Mac & Cheese, chocolate cake, chocolate chip cookies, lumpia and my auntie’s wings!
NAME YOUR TOP 5 FAVORITE BANDS/ARTISTS
I feel like as a musician this is a messed up question! Only 5?!?! Bruno Mars/Silk Sonic , Stevie Wonder, James Brown, John Legend, and Doja Cat. Yes, that was technically 6…oh well!
TOP 5 FAVORITE MOVIES
Oooooh this is really tough. I love so many different types of movies! Friday, Paycheck, Memento, The Incredibles, and Top Gun: Maverick for a newer movie.
NAME YOUR TOP 5 FAVORITE SONGS
Tooooo many and this list changes with time but I’d say Stevie Wonder “I Wish” will always be up there.
