Spokane

The Profile

Led by Rick Alverson, Spokane produce sparse, melancholic experimental folk featuring whispered vocals, strings, cello and vibraphone across their albums.

Rick Alverson is credited in the Able Bodies review as the leader and creator (bass, guitars, lead vocals). Personnel mentioned in reviews: Molly Kien (cello); Maggie Polk (violin); Karl Runge (violin); Ben Swanson (vibraphone); Courtney Bowles (drums, vocals). Reviews reference the albums Little Hours, Measurement and Able Bodies.

DeBaser hosts two appreciative reviews that frame Spokane as a maker of sparse, entrancing experimental folk. Little Hours is praised for its quiet piano and vocal duets; Able Bodies for its chamber-like strings and understated vocals. Rick Alverson is credited as the band's leader and primary voice.