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Bio

Jessica Dobson is the fearless multi-instrumentalist, singer and band leader for Deep Sea Diver. Cutting her teeth at a young age playing lead guitar for artists such as Beck and James Mercer (The Shins) Jessica learned a thing or two about writing a song and putting on a show. In late 2013, Dobson put in her notice to former Shins boss,  in order to give full attention to her own musical vision. Mercer agreed, saying “I’ll miss you, but I give you my full support. You’ve gotta pursue Deep Sea Diver”. “Good thing too,” noted Stereogum, “because Jessica is an incredible front woman.”

Deep Sea Diver, urgently and deliberately move you from rock experimentation to dreamy soundscapes, Kraut-esque drum and bass grooves to angular danci-ness, and full fledged orchestration to bare bones simplicity. Dobson has the voice and authority to tie it all together, and turn it into a cohesive unit that soars yet remains beautifully delicate and intimate. Live, the band has received acclaim for their festival-ready power and presence, Jessica’s larger than life guitar hooks, and their cascading layers that build upon each other until they reach their explosive peak.

Currently in the studio finishing LP3 with Jessica at the producer helm for the first time along with talented up-and-comer Andy D. Park (Pedro the Lion, Ruler) and mixing by Darrell Thorp (Radiohead, Beck, Paul McCartney) Jessica and band (comprised of husband Peter Mansen on drums, Garrett Gue on bass, and Elliot Jackson on guitar and synth) have together created a sound and experience that is colorful, energetic, and varied—with an emotional depth and pulsating charge that demands the listeners full attention. Sonically and emotively the album is massive and it will only be a matter of time until Jessica’s voice and talent are heard and given full attention by an ever increasing audience. Jessica has already been shining, but now it’s time to pay attention.

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Tour Dates

Jun 19 2025
The Blue Basement
London, United Kingdom
Jul 08 2025
Aggie Theatre
Fort Collins, CO
Jul 10 2025
recordBar
Kansas City, MO
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Jul 11 2025
Resonant Head
Oklahoma City, OK
Jul 12 2025
Tulips FTW
Fort Worth, TX
Jul 13 2025
Antone's
Austin, TX
Jul 16 2025
The EARL
Atlanta, GA
Jul 17 2025
The Blue Room
Nashville, TN
Jul 18 2025
Eulogy
Asheville, NC
Jul 22 2025
Johnny Brenda's
Philadelphia, PA
Jul 24 2025
Grog Shop
Cleveland, OH
Jul 25 2025
A&R Music Bar
Columbus, OH
Jul 27 2025
xBk Live
Des Moines, IA
Jul 30 2025
Shrine Social Club
Boise, ID
Aug 02 2025
THING Festival 2025
Carnation, WA
Sep 26 2025
Ohana Festival 2025
Dana Point, CA
Nov 03 2025
Blue Shell
Cologne, Germany
Nov 04 2025
LARK Berlin
Berlin, Germany
Nov 06 2025
Café de la Danse, Badaboum, PopUp!, Supersonic, Supersonic Records, La Mécanique Ondulatoire
Paris, France
Nov 07 2025
Le Botanique
Bruxelles, Belgium
Nov 08 2025
Various Venues: EartH, Shacklewell Arms, The Victoria, Cafe OTO, St Matthias Church
North London, United Kingdom
Nov 10 2025
The Hare and Hounds
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Nov 11 2025
Yes
Manchester, United Kingdom
Nov 12 2025
The Louisiana
Bristol, United Kingdom
Nov 13 2025
Headrow House
Leeds, United Kingdom
Nov 14 2025
Green Door Store
Brighton, United Kingdom

News

11/30/2021

Check out Deep Sea Diver on KEXP

  [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcECkMgWkw4[/embed] http://KEXP.ORG presents Deep Sea Diver performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded October 28, 2021. Songs: Lights Out, Impossible Weight, Wishing, Eyes Are Red Jessica Dobson - Vocals…

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09/29/2021

Deep Sea Diver Announce New Alanis Morissette Cover & Continue 2021 US Tour

DEEP SEA DIVER Release new cover of Alanis Morissette's ‘Hand In My Pocket’ featuring Damien Jurado 2021 U.S. Tour happening now Includes SOLD OUT headline show at The Showbox in…

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07/12/2021

Deep Sea Diver Announce 2021 U.S. Tour

Including Dates with Death Cab For Cutie, Middle Kids, Diane Coffee + Firefly Festival Seattle’s Deep Sea Diver have announced a U.S. tour kicking off next month in Portland, Oregon…

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