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In a world where albums often feel like fillers between a few hits, Owen delivers something that cuts straight through the heart. Owen Young’s 'Three,' the latest chapter in his Muddy River series, is a three-tracked EP that pulls you into stories of love, loss, and strength. This EP feels personal and universal all at once as if Young is speaking right to you but about something bigger than all of us. Each track offers a view that stands apart.
The opener, 'Voice in the Dust,' is a heart-to-heart between Owen and his friend who spent their life fighting for justice, even when the world didn’t make it easy. It is about the unsung heroes around us, the people who give everything they’ve got, even when the world doesn’t give much back. The tender production in the track echoes with Owen's vocals and stands out, creating a sense of warmth.
'Runnin’ Down the River' takes listeners on a bittersweet nostalgia. It’s about the dreams of the ‘60s, those hopes for peace and love, and how they’ve crumbled over time. The song acts as a time machine that takes you through the highs and lows of chasing big dreams.
In the closing track, 'That Could Have Been You' tells stories of people facing life’s toughest challenges; a man living on the streets, a woman fleeing an abusive home, and flips the perspective back on you. The song stands out as a personal favorite because of its gentle yet powerful reminder of the empathy we owe each other. The song makes it impossible not to pause and think: What if? What if life had dealt you a different hand? What if your story wasn’t as stable as it is today?
If you’re tired of overproduced tracks with no originality anymore, 'Three' is your antidote. 'Three' is excellent in terms of storytelling, social responsibility, and empathy with grace and Owen Young delivers all three, in just three songs. This EP will make you laugh, cry, and maybe even rethink how you see the world.
Short and sweet, 'Three' proves that less is more, especially when every note and word feels this meaningful!
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