Quick Info
| Profession | musician, singer, songwriter, producer, instrument maker |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 09/10/1960 |
| Age | 65 years |
| Birthplace | Tennessee, United States |
Latest News about Richie Owens
04/04/2026
Richie Owens was listed as the drummer for Hudson Valley in Ole Red Nashville coverage. The listing identifies him as part of the group’s current lineup after the band formed in Nashville in 2018.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Richie Brian Owens is an American roots musician from East Tennessee with a background in Americana, country, rock, and punk-influenced Nashville music. |
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| Known For | Founder/bandleader, producer, and multi-instrumentalist associated with the Nashville roots-rock and Americana scene. |
Personal Life
| Raised In | Nashville and East Tennessee |
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| Family Background | Fifth-generation Smoky Mountains musician from a musical family lineage |
Family
| Father | Louis Owens |
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| Mother | Colleen Owens |
| Other Relatives | Grandson of Rev. Jake Owens; family connected to Dolly Parton through Louis Owens |
Career
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/richie-owens-52a62b41 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is described as a fifth-generation Appalachian/Smoky Mountains musician. | |
| 2. He made his radio debut on The Ralph Emery Morning Show at age 8. | |
| 3. He worked as a luthier on lower Broadway in Nashville. | |
| 4. He created resonator guitars for several well-known musicians. | |
| 5. He was part of early Nashville punk and alternative rock movements. |