Robert Owens Friday, July 17th 2026 18+ | Zaku Stage Robert Owens is one of house music’s most iconic and influential voices, famously making the genre before it even had a name. Emerging from Chicago’s late ’80s scene, he helped define house music with timeless classics like “Tears” with Frankie Knuckles and Satoshi Tomiie, “Bring Down The Walls” with Larry Heard as Fingers Inc., and solo hits “I’ll Be Your Friend” and “Mine To Give.” Across decades, Owens has remained at the forefront, releasing on labels like Ninja Tune, Dekmantel, and HE.SHE.THEY while collaborating with legends including Masters At Work, Jamie Jones, and Ron Trent. Known for his deeply emotional vocals and message of unity, his performances blend DJing with live singing, creating powerful, spiritual experiences. With an enduring global presence and ongoing releases, Owens continues to shape house music’s past, present, and future.