Joanne Robertson

Joanne Robertson is a musician and painter based in Glasgow. She collaborates regularly with a broad network of friends that includes Dean Blunt, Oliver Coates, Elias Ronnenfelt, Sidsel Meineche Hansen and many more.

Her latest album Blurrr was released via AD 93 in 2025 to widespread critical acclaim. Written between painting sessions and also whilst raising a child, Blurrr is a record of loose and playful intuition, born from the improvisatory moments of expression that form both her musical and artistic practice. Robertson’s vocals and guitar drift, murmur and whisper across the record; fostering a deep intimacy as unknown emotions rise up from the well.

Robertson’s intuitive approach to music making co-exists alongside her improvisatory and collaborative nature. Her distinctive guitar style and unmistakable vocal are staples of Dean Blunt’s extensive catalogue of songs – placing her firmly in the World Music sonic universe. Meanwhile previous solo albums Blue Car (2023) and Painting Stupid Girls (2020), both collections of songs from her archive of unreleased solo recordings spanning a decade, feel deeply personal and intimate —tracks attempt to record the moment, and where she was at emotionally that day, similar to diary entries.

“The arresting thing about Robertson, and what makes her latest so effective, is her aversion to absolutes.” Resident Advisor

“Blurrr practically demands you listen intently, aware that each moment counts. A muted gem, Joanne Robertson’s restraint sees Blurrr reach fresh heights.” Clash Music

“Blurrr, Robertson’s sixth solo album and her undisputed masterpiece, is at points so beautiful… that it feels difficult to breathe alongside it.” Pitchfork