Deep Sea Diver is an indie rock band led by vocalist and guitarist Jessica Dobson. Their music tends toward atmospheric textures and introspective lyrics, with songs like "Impossible Weight" and "Wide Awake" exploring themes of emotional weight and personal observation. The band's lineup includes Peter Mansen on bass, Garrett Ray on guitar, and Eric Boehm on drums.
They released their debut album History Speaks in 2012, followed by Bridges in 2015 and Impossible Weight in 2019. The 2019 album shares its name with the track "Impossible Weight," which became one of their more recognizable songs. A live version of that album came out in 2020.
Dobson's songwriting draws from personal experience, and the band works collaboratively. Their sound has been described as ethereal and atmospheric, with a focus on emotional resonance rather than commercial accessibility.