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Jesse Colin Young, Voice of 'Get Together,' Dies at 83

The Youngbloods frontman, known for his role in defining the 1960s counterculture, passed away at his home in South Carolina on March 16, 2025.

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Jesse Colin Young performs during Reel To Reel: Jesse Colin Young at Grammy Museum L.A. Live on Oct. 18, 2023, in Los Angeles.
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Overview

  • Jesse Colin Young, co-founder and lead singer of The Youngbloods, died at 83 at his home in Aiken, South Carolina; no cause of death has been disclosed.
  • 'Get Together,' the 1969 anthem sung by Young, became a symbol of peace and unity during the turbulent 1960s and remains a cultural touchstone.
  • After The Youngbloods disbanded in 1972, Young pursued a successful solo career, releasing over 15 albums and blending folk, rock, and socially conscious themes.
  • Young was a lifelong advocate for social and environmental causes, including his participation in the 1979 'No Nukes' concert alongside prominent artists.
  • Despite battling chronic Lyme disease, Young returned to music in the 2010s, culminating in his final album, 'Dreamers,' in 2019, featuring collaborations with his son, Tristan.