Fort Worth Songwriters Association: Membership Profiles

Steve Obermiller

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www.myspace.com/barefootintexas

Deborah Owen

Rob Owen

Rob's early influences in music included, Johnny Cash, Neil Young, Kris Kristofferson, Cat Stevens, Bob Dylan and James Taylor. He began writing his own music in the late 80’s, and has continued on from that point. While stationed overseas with the U.S. Army, Rob played at many German festivals. He formed the band “The Reflectors” in Pennsylvania and played at many venues from hosting open mic sessions to large outside festivals.

Mostly, he is a songwriter, and after relocating to Fort Worth, Texas, he became a member of the Fort Worth Songwriter's Association. Rob writes all types of music, including country, acoustic rock, folk, Americana, and blues. He just released his first CD, "Just The Way I Am" with all original materials. He is currently working on his second CD. His favorite venue is still the small open mics with just him and his guitar. He plays every Monday night at "The Texas Grill" located in Fort Worth and other venues around the area in support of the FWSA. You can hear his music at www.myspace.com/musicofrobowen .