Spires That in the Sunset Rise is an avant-garde folk band that has carved a unique niche in the contemporary experimental music scene. Originally formed in 2001 in Decatur, Illinois, the band has since undergone various lineup changes and now primarily consists of core members Kathleen Baird and Taralie Peterson. Known for their unconventional approach to songwriting and instrumentation, Spires That in the Sunset Rise blends traditional folk with elements of free jazz, drone, and world music, creating an ethereal and otherworldly sonic tapestry.

With their debut self-titled album, "Spires That in the Sunset Rise," they announced their arrival on the experimental folk scene with a distinctive sound that defied easy categorization. Through successive releases such as "Ancient Patience Wills It Again," "Ancient Patience Wills It Again Part II," and "Beasts in the Garden," the band continued to evolve, incorporating a wide variety of instruments, from banjo and bouzouki to saxophone and clarinet. Their most recent projects, "Sax Solfa" and "Psychic Oscillations," showcase a matured grasp on avant-garde aesthetics, delivering haunting melodies and intricate soundscapes that echo the band's ever-expansive creative vision. This eclectic discography reflects their commitment to pushing the boundaries of folk music and their explorative spirit in delving into the depths of improvisational and transcendental sounds.

Genres

Free Folk

Latest Release

Psychic Oscillations

Spires That In The Sunset Rise

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released October 9, 2020