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Owl City sales continue to climb, thanks to Web success
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A young musician from Owatonna who recorded his album on a computer in the basement of his parents' house continues to find big success in the music business.
Adam Young, who records under the name Owl City, released his album "Ocean Eyes" at the end of July.
By this month it has sold nearly 100,000 copies. The single "Fireflies" is a top seller on iTunes, and is climbing the Top 40 and alternative charts.
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