Winter is almost here, and for a dedicated music listener like myself, it means it's time to start putting together a winter playlist! Digging into the depths of underground, indie, and obscure music, there are some great albums out there that complement the feel of the winter. Here are six UNDERRATED albums that you should consider adding to your winter playlist.

1. King Krule, "The OOZ"

You never know what you're getting with King Krule. Well, you know that you're getting a voice that's super raw and versatile, but he's always trying new musical ideas in the background. 2017's "The OOZ" is a great example of that. King Krule goes from avant-garde electronic in "Biscuit Town" to indie pop in "Dum Surfer" to calm chill step in "Slush Puppy." There's also some punk rock influence throughout. King Krule is great winter music to relax to. I'm surprised that not a whole lot of people know about him.

2. (Sandy) Alex G, "Rocket"

As a Temple student, it's always great to send Alex G some love. He never finished his degree but has done incredible things for the DIY community both in Philly, and nationwide. Released this year, the album "Rocket" is his latest. While I didn't enjoy it as much as his previous release "Beach Music," this album by the introspective songwriter has some great winter jams. "Powerful Man," "County," and "Sportstar" all show off Alex's signature lo-fi sounding emotional music. Definitely give Alex G a listen.

3. Waxahatchee, "American Weekend"

I've written about Waxahatchee's 2012 debut album before, but if we're talking about good winter music, you HAVE to check out this album. "American Weekend" is an 11 track masterpiece put completely together by frontwoman Katie Crutchfield, consisting of lo-fi acoustic guitar and heartbreaking vocal melodies. The common themes of this album include missed opportunities and regret in friendships and relationships. Melancholy lyrics alongside lo-fi acoustic guitar? What could be better for a winter album? I'm still moved by "American Weekend" to this day. My two favorite songs have always been "Grass Stain" and "Magic City Wholesale," with "Be Good" coming in at a close third.

4. HOMESHAKE, "Fresh Air"

If chill electronic music is more of your thing, than you'll love HOMESHAKE's 2017 album "Fresh Air." Electronic music is great for the winter because it usually always has kind of a warming feel to it, as there's so much stuff going on. One thing that strikes me about this album is that the songs really get stuck in your head. I might find myself humming to the chorus of "Call Me Up" or the main lick from "Every Single Thing." You can take a walk in the fresh winter air with "Fresh Air."

5. Bon Iver, "22, A Million"

After several years of hiatuses, speculation, and anticipation, Bon Iver released "22, A Million" in 2016 to rave reviews. We already know that Bon Iver is great winter music, but does this album follow that same trend despite its completely different sound? Of course it does! The vocal effects used in "715 - CRΣΣKS" give the short song unbelievable emotion, but also somewhat of a warming sensation. "29 #Strafford APTS" is downright beautiful and haunting, making it a perfect tune for a cold afternoon. I'd recommend listening to this album from start to finish, as the amounts of different sounds coming out of this album are amazingly overwhelming. All Bon Iver does is crank out great music.

6. Nick Drake, "Pink Moon"

Nick Drake's final album, 1972's "Pink Moon," is as haunting of an album as what happened to Nick in the following years. Just after he finished recording it, he slipped into a deep depression, and eventually passed away of a presumed suicide in November 1974. It's actually a very simple album, but Nick's guitar playing skills using many alternate tunings give it such a complexity. When I listen to a track like "Things Behind the Sun," I wonder how on Earth he thought of that. The crispness of each note and his soft and vulnerable vocals....wow. Nick Drake is a hidden gem who sadly didn't reach fame until decades after he already left this world.