Jason Molina is an American singer-songwriter, originally from Lorain, Ohio. He first came to prominence performing and recording as Songs: Ohia, both in solo projects and with a rotating cast of musicians. Since 2003, he has recorded either under his own name or with a stable line-up of band members as the Magnolia Electric Co.

Songs: Ohia is largely a solo project for singer-songwriter Jason Molina . Critics and fans alike have found considerable difficulty in trying to define the band’s sound, usually settling on more general labels such as indie rock and folk-rock . Most are quick to draw comparisons to Neil Young and Will Oldham , (the latter of which Molina has collaborated with, alongside Alasdair Roberts , as the Amalgamated Sons of Rest ). After playing bass guitar in various heavy metal bands in and around C