Playing Joan's first 2007 album Real Life in our house has a such a calming effect on any domestic disharmony that it is akin to horse whispering - such is our personal attachment to Joan Wasser as an artist and the emotional power that she yields.

In 2018 she headlined our Lodge Stage, a show that absolutely changed the musical outlook of many of our audience unfamiliar with her work. She is a unique force.

Blending soul, rock, and experimental pop into deeply personal songs, her expansive career has seen collaborations with artists like Rufus Wainwright, Antony and the Johnsons, and Lou Reed, showcasing her versatility and creative depth.

A legend - at this point, I think we can safely say that. All I have to do is pick a track for Spotify, though any of them would be totally fine.