Doug Young is based in the San Francisco South Bay area. He is active in the local acoustic guitar scene, and hosts a monthly guitar showcase that has featured performers like Dorian Michael, Thomas Leeb, Steve Baughman, Teja Gerken, and many more. So far, Doug has released one CD, Laurel Mill, featuring his solo guitar playing, compositions and arrangements. Mel Bay has just published his instructional book: "Understanding DADGAD: For Fingerstyle Guitar." He is a contributing editor for Acoustic Guitar Magazine, and has also been published in Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine.