Join co host Emme Lentino as she catches up with the charming, Charley Young, right here in our studio!

Charley Young was born in San Diego, California and raised on the Gulf Coast of  Florida. Charley was exposed to music from a young age via both her  maternal grandfather, who she would often vocally accompany as he played  guitar, and her mother who possessed a vast cassette and CD collection.  Charley grew up listening to Depeche Mode, INXS, The Pretenders,   Madonna, and similar artists, all who have directly influenced Charley  and her sound. Expanding upon these influences, Charley’s connection and  deep reverence for nature often figures in her music as is evident in  the lyrics to songs such as “Fiery Storm” and “Summer is Mine” to name  just a few examples.

In addition to music, Charley has always  been involved in competitive sports. She participated in soccer and  gymnastics before having to switch to swimming due to her  life-threatening battle with anorexia nervosa. Charley is very open  about her eating disorder journey brought on by the unexpected death of  her maternal grandfather who was a mentor and inspiration to Charley.  Charley does her best to honor her family and often dedicates and  schedules music and video releases to coincide with a loved one’s  birthday or day of passing. For Charley, being authentic, genuine, and  unadulterated in her emotions and every day life is of the utmost  importance. Having survived anorexia nervosa and depression and coping  with anxiety, Charley aspires to connect with others suffering from  similar trials through her music. Hearing how her songs and lyrics have  helped or impacted a fan is what drives Charley to create. For her, her  purpose in music is to be a lighthouse in the storm of life.

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