Yolandus (YL) Douglas, Jr.

YL is presently showcasing his drumming skills alongside pop icon Barry Manilow at renowned venues worldwide, ranging from the Hollywood Bowl in California and Hyde Park Proms in London to Broadway and his ongoing residency at the Westgate Resort in Las Vegas.
 

His presence extends beyond live performances to the silver screen, with appearances and performances in movies like "U.S. Marshall" and "Mercury Rising." YL has also graced television screens through Good Morning America, WGN Specials, and various documentaries. His musical repertoire includes participation in productions such as "Could It Be Magic/The Barry Manilow Song Book," "Purlie," the official “Blues Brothers” musical, "Clint Holmes," “Comfortable Shoes,” the “The Official Color Purple Broadway Musical,” "His Way Show" (featuring the music of Frank Sinatra), "Ain’t Mis' Behavin'," Regina Taylor’s “Crowns,” and numerous others.
 

YL's impressive journey includes performances at concerts and festivals worldwide, collaborating with esteemed vocalists like Melba Moore, Nell Carter, Eartha Kitt, Red Rodney, Leotyne Price, Efaye Butler, Felicia Fields, Bob Mintzer, Joe Williams, Stanley Turntine, Von Freeman, Bunkie Green, Sonny Stitt, Benny Golson, Wycliff Gordon, Vicki Winans, Albertina Walker, Donald Lawrence, Todd Delaney, Fred Hammond, Walter Hawkins, Shirley Caesar, David RothStien, Lines and Spaces, Steel Drum Express, Frank Mantooth Big Band, Rob Parton, and many more. Notably, YL enjoys sponsorship from Remo, Inc., and Paiste Cymbals.