You’d think that an artist such as Joan Wasser would be some kind of household name by now. More importantly, she’s put out one of the most underrated albums of the year (so far.) The Deep Field is her highly anticipated third album, and honestly it’s her best work. She’s been a huge obsession of mine for some time now, and when I heard The Deep Field, the justification for my love for her just hit me between the eyes.

Nervous is the album opener, and I swear it sends my mind, body and soul into some kind of frenzy. It locks round my heart, I love her voice on this track. So deep and enthralling. The stomping drums is just outrageous; everything about this track is perfect. An intense album opener that just sets the tone for this glorious album. But, this isn’t about The Deep Field. This is about the incredible musicianship that Joan Wasser posses.

In 2009, she did a covers record called. One of the covers is Overprotected by Britney Spears. Seriously? It’s a damn good cover, the record is awesome. Like Cat Power, she covers records extremely well and creates her own feel to it.

Joan has worked with some amazing musicians such as Antony & The Johnsons, Lou Reed and Llyod Cole. She has also supported The Guillemots. Her music is something that you really feel, it hits you in the soul. It has a depth to it that is quite rare right now. Her voice is so powerful and passionate, she makes it seem so effortless.

With such talent, Joan should be massively known. However, to know of her music is to truly treasure it. Everyone has a singer or band that hardly anyone is familiar with, and they keep said artist close to their heart. Joan’s probably one of mine. I will stand by The Deep Field being one of the best albums of this year. Her delicate voice over quite harsh beats and guitar is something that I really adore. What I’ve found in her music is something I’ve not found in any other.