Barn Owl was an experimental music duo known for their evocative soundscapes that explore the boundaries of drone, ambient, and American primitive guitar. Formed in San Francisco in the late 2000s by Jon Porras and Evan Caminiti, Barn Owl crafted a distinctive blend of moody, textured guitar work, minimalistic structures, and ambient electronics that pull listeners into their hypnotic sonic worlds. Their music often conjured images of vast, desolate American landscapes, with an almost palpable air of mystery and desolation.

Their discography includes notable works such as "The Conjurer," which marked one of their earliest forays into the brooding atmospheres that would come to define their sound. As they progressed, albums like "Ancestral Star" and "Lost in the Glare" honed their ability to balance melodic sensibilities with the abstract. By the time they released "Shadowland" and their final album "V," Barn Owl had firmly established their legacy within the experimental music scene. Although they disbanded, their ethereal compositions continue to resonate with fans of ambient and drone music, as well as those appreciative of the more meditative aspects of the American guitar tradition.