# Joan As Police Woman Shares Christobel Ahead of 20th Anniversary Album - Link: https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/ - Published: 2026-08-28T14:00:00-05:00 - Author: Eugene Tierney   | | | |   | | | ## **Joan As Police Woman shares stunning ‘Christobel’ version, highlighting ‘Real Life Evolution’ LP** ### ⏎ **2026 and 2027 winter dates announced, marking ****20 years since debut album** | | | | | | | | | | | Joan as Police Woman | | Christobel (Real Life Evolution version) | | ‘Real Life Evolution’ album feat. Iggy Pop & Krystle Warren, out now via Reveal Records. TOURING IN 2026-2027 | | 25 August 2026 | |   | | | | | **FOR FANS OF:** Cat Power, Anohni, Jeff Buckley, P J Harvey, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Meshell Ndegeocello, Talk Talk, David Bowie, Laura Nyro   “‘Sensational” ~ **Sunday Times**   “This is breathtakingly good music” ~ **Uncut**   “Full of meditative beauty…ravishing and lovelorn” ~ **Mojo**   “A voice so wondrous and moving that it makes everyone else’s seem ordinary and mundane” ~ **The Guardian**   “Beautiful” ~ **Q**   “The coolest woman in pop” ~ **The Times**   “Joan As Police Woman is one of the 21st century’s best musicians” ~ **The Economist**   “Intimate yet commanding”_ ~ _**The Spill Magazine**   Iconic NYC artist **[Joan As Police Woman](https://www.joanaspolicewoman.com/)** presents** **[**‘Christobel’**](https://youtu.be/mgVYVeDtKnM), one of the joyous highlights of her new **[‘Real Life Evolution’ album](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/album/real-life-evolution-album-2026)**, released **via UK label [Reveal Records](https://linktr.ee/revealrecords)**. The track captures her gift for transforming emotional complexity into something both exuberant and deeply human, setting the tone for an album that revisits and reimagines the sounds of her remarkable career.   **Joan Wasser**, known as Joan As Police Woman since 2004, is a critically acclaimed musician and producer, and a sought-after collaborator, dubbed “the coolest woman in pop” (**The Times**) and “one of the 21st century’s best musicians” (**The Economist**). As a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, her music defies easy categorization, crafting her own sound that blends various genres.   Accompanied by [**Jeremy Gustin**](https://www.instagram.com/jeremygustin/) on drums and [**Will Graefe**](https://www.instagram.com/gravywill/)on guitar and vocals, the ‘Real Life Anniversary Sessions)’ video was recorded by **Adam Sachs **at The Owl Music Parlor in Brooklyn and filmed by **Ehud Lazin**.   “I wrote this song shortly after I learned to play guitar. I performed it like the original recording for some years before I felt it could use an arrangement that didn’t feel so weighty. The lyrics are heavy on their own,” explains **Joan Wasser.** “ The song is in 4/4 so I decided the best way to shake it up would be to put it in a different meter – this time in 5/8. Five can really feel like a centrifical ellipse if executed well. The swirling, frenzied lyrics felt supported by this new minimal piano ostinato. With Will Graefe on guitar and Jeremy Gustin on drums, the song both floats and travels through tumultuous weather patterns of the heart. The song remains but is projected against brand new scenery.”   Joan As Police Woman - Christobel (Real Life Anniversary Session) [⌊Joan As Police Woman - Christobel (Real Life Anniversary Session)⌉⌊Joan As Police Woman - Christobel (Real Life Anniversary Session)⌉ Watch this video on YouTube   Unveiled exactly 20 years from her debut’s release, on this album, Joan As Police Woman has reimagined her ‘Real Life’ album with numerous guests. Through countless performances, these renditions are brought to life by the brilliance of the players who helped define their sound. The result is ten stunning tracks with varied flavours and collaborators.   “Songs live beyond their creators. Like us, they settle into themselves over time, finding their own equilibrium. That spirit is the pulse of this new album — ten reimagined versions of every song from the original ‘Real Life,” says **Joan Wasser**.   This follows[** ‘Feed The Light’**](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/track/feed-the-light-real-life-evolution-version) with the[**‘Real Life Anniversary Sessions’**](https://youtu.be/VM7FoFDcfGI) video offering quite a different rendition. On the album, Joan plays Fender Rhodes, while the video finds her blissfully on bass guitar. Recorded by [**Danny Blume**](https://dannyblume.com) at **Hidden Quarry Studios** in Bearsville, NY, the album version involves long- term collaborators [**Thomas Bartlett**](https://www.instagram.com/tingalayo/) ( Rhodes bass) and [**Parker Kindred**](https://www.parkerkindredmusic.com) (drums and vocals).   Joan has also shared stripped-down trio-format versions of **[‘Eternal Flame’](https://revealrecords.lnk.to/EternalFlame), [‘Flushed Chest‘](https://youtu.be/25cW-mONIW4),[‘The Ride’](https://youtu.be/nP_LwgjWSZE), [‘Anyone’](https://youtu.be/h9AORzcT7qQ) and [‘I Defy’](https://youtu.be/0PqLdVAK_Uc)**, as well as the title track [**‘Real Life’**](https://youtu.be/WUMoPe5Mg7k).   “Some transformations are subtle. Others are seismic. All of them were made with an entirely new cast of collaborators. Among them are two extraordinary vocalists. The inimitable[**Iggy Pop**](http://iggypop.com) — whose band I’ve had the privilege of touring with, playing keys and singing — recorded a stunning version of[**‘Save Me’**](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/track/save-me-feat-iggy-pop-real-life-evolution-version) while we were on the road in New Zealand. We had to work around the birds outside, who apparently had strong opinions about the session. Then there’s [**Krystle Warren**](https://youtu.be/0PqLdVAK_Uc), a true original and one of my favorite singers alive. Her voice is so deeply soulful that[**‘I Defy’**](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/track/i-defy-feat-krystle-warren-real-life-evolution-version) feels like it thoroughly enjoyed easily slipping into its brand new groove,” says Joan.   “From my current touring trio, [**Will Graefe**](https://www.instagram.com/gravywill/) brings his emotionally masterful guitar work and[** Jeremy Gustin**](https://www.instagram.com/jeremygustin/) his remarkable rhythmic sensibility to several tracks. [**Parker Kindred**](https://www.parkerkindredmusic.com)’ s inventive drum creations were the spark behind others. [**Thomas Bartlett**](https://www.instagram.com/tingalayo/) unlocked a new dimension of the title track — honoring its original feeling while casting it in a warmer, amber light — and added Rhodes bass throughout. This album gave me the chance to reunite, decades on, with upright bassist [**Tony Scherr**](https://www.instagram.com/tonyscherr/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), guitarist [**Oren Bloedow**](https://www.instagram.com/orb.low/), and funk bassist [**Danny Blume**](https://dannyblume.com)— musicians whose artistry has only deepened with time.”   Joan As Police Woman has released ten albums of original material, two cover albums, and an anthology. She has recorded and performed with hundreds of artists, including** Afrobeat** legend **Tony Allen**,** Lou Reed, Anohni & The Johnsons, Meshell Ndegeocello, Rufus Wainwright, John Cale, David Byrne, Dave Okumu, Chris Dowd, Lau, Scissor Sisters, Sparklehorse, Beck, Laurie Anderson, Lloyd Cole, Afel Bocoum, Dave Gahan, Tanya Donelly**, **Damon Albarn** and **Gorillaz**.   Joan has also announced February 2027 dates for her [**Real Life 20th Anniversary Tour**](https://www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour), complimenting her November 2026 dates, bringing her to UK, Italy, Germany, France and The Netherlands. Performing her debut **[‘Real Life’ album](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/album/real-life-2006-album-bonus-b-sides)** as a trio, shows will also include song from her catalogue, fan favourites, deep cuts and many surprises.   The ‘Real Life Evolution’ album is out [**everywhere digitally**](https://revealrecords.lnk.to/reallifeevolution) and on CD and **[Limited Edition e](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/album/real-life-evolution-album-2026)**** [xclusive red marble ](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/album/real-life-evolution-album-2026)** [**vinyl**](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/album/real-life-evolution-album-2026) on [**Bandcamp**](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com/album/real-life-evolution-album-2026). Tour tickets can be ordered at **[www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour](https://www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour)****.**   **CREDITSAll songs written by Joan Wasser Published by Fists of Fury (BMI / Domino Publishing),except “I Defy” written by Joan Wasser & Anohni (Rebis Music (ASCAP)) Produced by Joan Wasser except “I Defy”, “We Don’t Own It” and “Feed The Light” produced by Joan Wasser & Parker KindredMixed by Patrick Dillett at Reservoir StudiosMastered by Chris Gehringer at Sterling SoundJoan Wasser  – vocals, piano, Wurlitzer, stringsKrystle Warren – vocalsWill Graefe – acoustic guitarJeremy Gustin – drums, vocalsOren Bloedow– electric guitarDanny Blume – electric bassParker Kindred – drumsTony Scherr – upright bassKrystal Warren – vocals on ‘I Defy’Iggy Pop – vocals on ‘Save Me’Album package concept, design & photos by [Judi Rosen](https://www.instagram.com/judirosennewyork/?hl=en)( p) & (c) 2026 Sweet Police LLC under exclusive licence to Reveal RecordsPublicity by [Shameless Promotion PR](http://www.shamelesspromotionpr.com/)   **ALBUM TRACK LIST** 1. Anyone (Real Life Evolution version)2. Flushed Chest (Real Life Evolution version)3. The Ride (Real Life Evolution version)4. I Defy feat. Krystle Warren (Real Life Evolution version)5. Feed The Light (Real Life Evolution Version)6. Christobel (Real Life Evolution version)7. Save Me feat. Iggy Pop (Real Life Evolution version)8. We Don’t Own It (Real Life Evolution version)9. Eternal Flame (Real Life Evolution version)10.Real Life (Real Life Evolution version)   [**REAL LIFE ANNIVERSARY TOUR**](https://www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour) NOV 5   London, UK – Union ChapelNOV 6  London, UK – Union ChapelNOV 7  Manchester, UK – RNCM (Royal Northern College of Music)NOV 9   Glasgow, UK – Oran MorNOV 11  Brugge, Belgium – Cactus ClubNOV 12  Amsterdam, Netherlands – Zonnehuis (sold out)NOV 13 Hamburg, Germany – Mojo ClubNOV 15  Aarhus, Denmark – TrainNOV 16  Copenhagen, Denmark– DR Concert HallNOV 18  Budapest, Hungary – House of Music HungaryNOV 20  Roma, Italy– Angelo MaiNOV 22  Berlin, Germany – Haus des Rundfunks & Großer Sendesaal FEB 12  Paris, France – Alhambra FEB 14  Amsterdam, Netherlands – ZonnehuisFEB 16 Bremen, Germany – Kulturzentrum Radio BremenFEB 17  Heidelberg, Germany – Kulturhaus KarlstorbahnhofFEB 19  Schorndorf, Germany – Club ManufakturFEB 21  Brighton, UK– KomediaFEB 22  Cambridge, UK – Cambridge Junction (J2)FEB 23  Norwich, UK – Norwich Arts CentreFEB 24  Leeds, UK – Howard Assembly RoomFEB 26  Bologna, Italy – Estragon ClubFEB 27  Milan, Italy – Santeria Toscana 31   **Keep up with Joan As Police Woman** [Website](https://www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour) | [LinkTree](https://linktr.ee/japw) | [Bandcamp](https://joanaspolicewoman.bandcamp.com) |[ Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/joanaspolicewoman) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/joanaspolicewoman/) | [Twitter](https://x.com/JOANPOLICEWOMAN) | [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/joanaspolicewoman) | [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6PBv8t9YTLggA9ZMwpeoqj) | [Apple Music](https://music.apple.com/us/artist/joan-as-police-woman/122956245) | [BandsInTown](https://www.bandsintown.com/a/4023-joan-as-police-woman) | [Joanthology Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/2s6MQ0F2oW4MqOX6AjgOQe)   **Keep up with Reveal Records** [Website](https://linktr.ee/revealrecords) | [Bandcamp](https://revealrecords.bandcamp.com/artists) | [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/RevealRecords)| [Twitter](https://twitter.com/RevealRecords) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reveal_records) | [Soundcloud](https://soundcloud.com/tomreveal)** Keep up with Shameless Promotion PR**[Website](http://www.shamelesspromotionpr.com/) | [Facebook ](http://www.facebook.com/shamelesspromotionpr)| [Twitter ](http://twitter.com/shamelesspr_) | [Instagram](http://www.instagram.com/shamelesspromotionpr) | [BlueSky](https://bsky.app/profile/shamelesspromotion.bsky.social) | [Threads ](https://www.threads.net/@shamelesspromotionpr)| [Soundcloud](http://www.soundcloud.com/shameless-promotionpr) | | | | | |   | | | | |   | | ![](http://7168.haulix.com/wf/open?upn=u001.3gfah00q3OVPn8XU4CyB3UdnMWitRyYaa1q13nAiIiuj3TgtkrbSEWWEa8IZxdIAfqxdRS4dRw2JOmci80g8P1pOkB7pDV- 2FfO1J1I67NwcTrgXedkv3N94Te0zvj61bXPrTDMouQzts7p9aW2KbXboq2yjTQWeES3WaPd-2BeJxQ7IjfmYWPds1V6q4scmTIf8S6dhzfOdyIDQoorgK58X2desIKyBr95E- 2BMexpyD4pr8lVNB4OXEtqWPKKwHvtZGVHmPiqA0-2B4NNPdBynHH1in7zScK6uRV7uQ53VuXqZ2PIJZVyn54i4JZ5E2jPN1Bhl8tt4saDNe6Q- 2FTczFO8ES4w-3D-3D) [⌊Shameless Promotion⌉⌊Shameless Promotion⌉[ ### Share this: * [ Facebook ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=facebook) * [ X ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=x) * [ Email ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Joan%20As%20Police%20Woman%20Shares%20Christobel%20Ahead%20of%2020th%20Anniversary%20Album&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nyrdcast.com%2Fjoan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life%2F&share=email) * [ LinkedIn ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=linkedin) * [ Mastodon ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=mastodon) * [ Nextdoor ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=nextdoor) * [ Pinterest ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=pinterest) * [ Reddit ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=reddit) * [ Tumblr ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/?share=tumblr) ### Like this: Like Loading… ### _Related_ ## Comments ### By: vinyl\_fan - Link: https://www.nyrdcast.com/joan-as-police-womans-christobel-second-life/#comment-59059 - Published: 2026-08-28T15:39:26-05:00 That’s wonderful to hear about ‘Christobel’. I’ve really enjoyed the whole ‘Real Life Evolution’ project so far – it feels very personal.