Born in Chicago in 1961, Robert Owens rose to prominence in the city's house music scene, influenced by gospel and soul. He is a trained vocalist who rose to prominence in the 1980s as the lead singer of Fingers Inc. His breakthrough hits, including "Can You Feel It" (1986), highlighted his smooth, expressive delivery, establishing him as a defining voice in early Chicago house and setting the groundwork for decades of electronic music innovation.
Owens collaborated with Larry Heard and Ron Wilson in 1988 to create the classic Another Side, which has received international recognition. He performed at the Winter Music Conference and worked with Frankie Knuckles and Deep Dish. Tracks such as "Tears" and "Love Can't Turn Around" topped dance charts worldwide. Over the course of 30 years, he released four studio albums and impacted generations of house artists, cementing his position as one of house music's most legendary voices.
Owens continues to tour the world, performing tunes from Inner City Life as well as live remixes of house classics. Live vocals over DJ sets, tiny club settings, and festival venues such as Sonar and Movement are all featured in the shows. Audiences of 500-5,000 people hear his famed voice. Get your Robert Owens tickets from Yadara today and experience the intensity and excitement of house music's golden era live.