Owsley (musician)

Will Owsley
Owsley recording in 2004.
Owsley recording in 2004.
Background information
Birth nameWilliam Reese Owsley III
Also known asOwsley
Born(1966-03-06)March 6, 1966
Anniston, Alabama, U.S.
DiedApril 30, 2010(2010-04-30) (aged 44)
Franklin, Tennessee, U.S.
GenresPower pop, rock, bluegrass
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, guitarist, record producer, recording engineer
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, bass, piano, mandolin, pedal steel, mellotron
Years active1985–2010
LabelsNot Lame Recordings, Giant Records, Lakeview Entertainment, UMe Digital
Websiteowsleymusic.com

William Reese Owsley III (March 6, 1966 – April 30, 2010), known professionally as Owsley, was an American singer and songwriter. His two solo albums won critical acclaim, and his debut album was nominated for a Grammy Award,[1] as was the song "Threaten Me With Heaven".[2] Owsley was also a record producer, a recording engineer, and the guitarist in Amy Grant's touring band.

  1. ^ Young, Clive (June 2004). "Owsley Records the 'Hard Way'". Pro Sound News. 26 (6). New York: United Entertainment Media: 25. ISSN 0164-6338.
  2. ^ Buckner, Brett (February 10, 2012). "Swan song: After his death, Will Owsley song nominated for a Grammy award". Anniston Star.