Owen is a solo project from multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Mike Kinsella, an important figure on the Chicago indie rock scene who is known for his work with the groups Cap'n Jazz, Joan of Arc, Owls, and American Football. Unlike most of his prior projects, where he only played drums, or American Football, where he collaborated with other musicians and songwriters, Owen gave Kinsella a showcase for an unfiltered version of his creative vision, performing music that was spare and hauntingly melodic despite the often downbeat nature of his lyrics. Steeped in indie folk infl...