Owen Campbell is one of Australia’s premier alternative blues/rock exports with 4 best-selling studio albums, 4 EPs, and over a decade of national and international touring.
He’s a slide guitarist, a songwriter, banjo player, blues singer and more. The sort of performer you would expect to find in New Orleans blues joints, but in fact Campbell’s roots are in Newcastle, Australia. With his smouldering guitar work, gritty caramel vocals, and sublime rhythm section, Owen’s sound is best described as alternative blues and soulful cosmic rock.
Owen’s debut album, “Sunshine Road,” was released in late 2013, reaching Number 1 on the overall charts (Australia), knocking Adele off the top spot in 2014.
Soon after Owen released “The Pilgrim” in 2014, “Breathing Bullets” in 2016, and “Rolling Thunder” in 2019, each showcasing his evolving song writing and musical style.
Owen’s international success came with his second album, “The Pilgrim,”. The album charted in several countries, including France, the Netherlands, and Switzerland, and earned him critical acclaim in Europe.
Every one of Owen’s albums has hit the Top 10 on the Apple Blues Charts in over 10 countries.
Beyond his chart success, Owen is also known for his powerful live performances, where he showcases his impressive slide guitar skills and emotive vocals.
He has toured extensively in Australia and overseas, including in the US, where he has built a dedicated following.
August 2025 saw Owen released Cosmic People – his first studio EP in six years.
Describing the EP, Campbell says: “Cosmic People encapsulates both the winter of despair and the warmth of spring. It’s a reminder that we’re more than screen-addicted beings – and that a beautiful world is waiting for us to reconnect.”
The EP was recorded and mixed at The Rabbit Hole Recording Studio with Brandon Dodd – renowned guitarist and engineer for Kasey Chambers.
2026 sees Campbell ready to release his 7th album and bring his commanding live performances to venues and festivals across the country.
