Erica holds a BA in Journalism from the prestigious Stanford University and has worked in production at Fox, The International Channel, and as Editor of Entertainment of The Stanford Daily.

Erica is THE expert on urban music! One of her earliest shoots as a host was a special feature for MTV Chi! As a host, Erica's rare combination of sassiness, wit and insight give her an instant likability. She is respected by the music world for her in-depth knowledge of music and its people - hard earned from her 6 years as an R&B/hip hop artist and songwriter.

Most recently, Erica was seen on “Extra” hosting the red carpet at the 2009 Clive Davis/Recording Academy Grammy’s Gala. She also had the recent honor of exclusively hosting the red carpet at Def Jam/Universal’s “Who’s Next?” music showcase in Beverly Hills, and is slated to host upcoming events for both Konvict Music and Def Jam. Erica is also the former host of Myx Music Countdown, the #1 international music video show. Currently, Erica hosts a nightlife series for Blended Events, interviewing the likes of special guests including Talib Kweli, SuperCr3w and One Block Radius.

Erica is THE industry expert on music! A California native that calls both L.A. and the Bay home, Erica O’Young has been a fixture in the urban music world for more than six years now. A respected hip hop / R&B songwriter and recording artist, she has worked with legendary Motown greats and the hottest young producers alike. For Erica, music has been a lifetime love - Classically trained in piano and violin since young, she became addicted to Motown, hip hop and R&B at age 10 and has never shaken the habit. "I live and breathe music!" she says.

TV Show
The Tyra Banks Show	Guest Host	CBS Studios
ImprovSlam Live	Host	Dana Cory Productions
ActionSift TV	Host	MTV Productions
MaxxSports TV	Host	OffSpot Productions
Ujena International Bikini Competition	Series Host	PM Productions
Remix VIP Nightlife	Series Host	ReMix Productions
Blended Events	Series Host	Blended Productions
Something To Do TV	Host	KSCI / The International Channel
What U Need, Celebrity TV	Series Host	EZ Productions
MYX Music Countdown	Series Host	ABS-CBN Global
EA Game Review By You	Series Host	Electronic Arts Corporation
Def Jam “Who’s Next?” Hip Hop Showcase	Host	King Ryan Productions
MTV Chi Special Feature	Host	MTV Productions
Extra Grammy’s Special Feature	Host	Extra / WB / Telepictures