Deep Sea Diver began in 2007 as Jessica Dobson’s solo project. Dobson may be best known for her work with Beck, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Spoon, and as the The Shins’ guitarist. She was signed to Atlantic Records at age 19, but both the finished albums never met her satisfaction, and were eventually shelved by the label. In 2009, she self-released her debut EP New Caves, under her moniker, which was followed by the band’s first full-length album History Speaks last year (which you can take a listen to HERE). What stands out as the LP’s centerpiece is Dobson’s voice that can be hauntingly soulful in one track and then playfully optimistic in the next, creating an energy that crowds gravitate towards. Having a summer tour with Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band already under the group’s belt, Deep Sea Diver is getting ready to hit the road with their pals Telekinesis on an extensive national tour where they’ll be closing things out at the lovely Sasquatch Music Fest. (Photo by Matt Wignall) – John Clements
