Country singer Owen Barney has a trustworthy voice, a sweet, compassionate tone, and a tender delivery that make every song feel like it’s straight from the heart. A Toronto native, Barney was just 14 when he started gigging around his hometown. His first EP, Home, arrived in 2019, showing off a signature blend of easy-flowing, feel-good grooves, fluid vocal performances and unadulterated emotion. Spare, acoustic sounds, sleek beats and an unforgettable hook helped his 2020 single “Thank Her For That” earn him a new level of attention. “Pour Me” came hot on its heels, pushing his artistry further with a mix of high-sheen production and powerful, personal truths. And when he entered 2021 with the hook-laden, Van Morrison-quoting “You Make Me Wanna (Brown Eyed Girl)”, it was clear Barney was still stashing plenty more tricks up his sleeve.