(DRUMS, GUITAR, VOCALS, PIANO, PRODUCER) is a powerhouse front-woman from Asbury Park, NJ. Pulling from heavy rock, psychedelic, and soul influences (think Pink Floyd, Thin Lizzy, Jeff Buckley, Angel Olsen) she has been featured by Relix Magazine, The Deli Magazine, Guitar Girl Magazine, The Aquarian Weekly, American Songwriter & more. She fronts her band on guitar and drums.
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Dobken worked closely with famed photographer Danny Clinch as original music director of his Transparent Gallery in Asbury Park, NJ. She’s sat in with the likes of: Bruce Springsteen, Mike McCready (Pearl Jam), Brian Fallon (Gaslight Anthem), Blind Melon, Ben Kenney (Incubus), G. Love, Robert Randolph, Rayland Baxter, Tash Neal & many more.
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Dobken’s 2nd LP “Acceptance” was produced by Dobken in conjunction with Erik Romero (The Front Bottoms) and Paul Ritchie (The Parlor Mob). It features Dobken on drums, guitar, vocals, and keys, along with special guests Rogers Stevens (Blind Melon), Clint Maedgen (Preservation Hall Jazz Band) Danny Clinch & more.
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Dobken is currently hard at work completing her 3rd LP “New Normal,” which will begin releasing in 2027 via Lolipop Records.
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“Acceptance” received editorial support from Spotify, Apple Music, and Relix Magazine + SiriusXM Radio airplay.
DIRECT SUPPORT: King’s X (2026) • 53 Thieves • Age of Madness • Scott Sharrard • Delicate Steve • Low Cut Connie • Nicole Atkins • Illiterate Light • Emily Wolfe • Lilly Hiatt + more
SIT-INS: Bruce Springsteen • Danny Clinch • Mike McCready (Pearl Jam) • Brian Fallon • Blind Melon • Ben Kenney (Incubus) • G. Love • O.A.R. •Robert Randolph + more
SWEET RELIEF ALL STAR SUPER JAM (2026): Produced, Music Directed + Performed • Featuring Neal Francis, Karina Rykman, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Danny Clinch + more
NYC: Brooklyn Bowl • Rockwood Music Hall • Mercury Lounge • Baby's All Right • Union Pool
LA: The Troubadour • Hotel Cafe • The Goldfish • Harvard & Stone • Gold Diggers
Woodstock Market: Levon Helm Studios • The Colony • The Falcon
Asbury Park: The Stone Pony • Asbury Lanes • The Wonder Bar • The Saint • Danny Clinch Transparent Gallery
Philly/PA: World Cafe Live • City Winery • Ortleibs • John & Peters (New Hope)
DC: Pie Shop • Union Stage
VA: The Broadberry
Midwest: Rumba Cafe • Beachland Ballroom • Lager House • Schubas • Skyway Theater
“Absolutely infectious.” - New Noise
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“In the constantly evolving world of indie and psych-rock, Rachel Ana Dobken emerges as a multifaceted talent whose musical journey reflects not just an inherent passion for creation but an unyielding commitment to authenticity and emotional depth. With proficiency across drums, guitar, vocals, and keys, Dobken has become a notable figure…” - Authority Mag
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“Smoky, shimmering” - Relix Magazine
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“Dobken stuns with her intuitive guitar work. ... Shades of early St. Vincent and Angel Olsen shift through the soaring surface, showing Dobken as a true musician meets songwriter force.”
- Glide Magazine
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“Deeply personal and emotionally charged. ... showcases Dobken's extraordinary skills not just in drumming and guitar, but also in songwriting, lyricism and her work as a pianist and vocalist.”
- The Grateful Web
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“Rachel Ana Dobken isn’t satisfied with the ordinary. Her work is a brilliant amalgamation of extraordinary jazz influences, heart-aching soul rhythms and incendiary indie rock instincts.”
- Southern Sounding
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“A soulful indie-rock performer.” - American Songwriter
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“Rachel Ana Dobken is a unique musician. The multi-instrumentalist, based out of Asbury Park, NJ, first landed on our radar while drumming in another band, but in the years since has seen her own career as a strong front-person take off, with her soulful, hook-laden indie rock finding a strong base in her local music scene.”
- BTRtoday
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“Rachel Ana Dobken…gives us a listening experience full of moments of searing truth and lush beauty while showcasing her immense musical talent… [her] songs manage to be emotionally resonant and musically dynamic.” — StarsandScars.com