There’s something incredibly endearing about the humble attitude Adam Young, who records under the moniker Owl City, projects when he discusses his work. In a world where style is often touted over substance, it’s refreshing to find a musician who takes joy in crafting music that echoes the title of the his latest release, “All Things Bright and Beautiful.”

“Early on it was a bit tricky to try to not overthink it,” said Young, whose self-released 2007 EP, “Of June,” charted on Billboard’s Top Electronic Albums and was just a warm-up for the kudos that would be heaped upon his subsequent recordings. “The first record was far more successful than I ever anticipated. I try to write very pure, very heartfelt songs, not for Billboard or anyone else.”