Spouse is a band that has taken on many forms since its inception in Brunswick, Maine circa 1995. Founding member, José Ayerve, has consistently found himself collaborating with some of the most creative and inspired musicians around. (*See list below) The group has managed to release two 7” singles, one maxi-ep, and four full-length albums on their own collective label, Pigeon Records.

Whether it’s a momentary blur of sonic influences, or a distinct yet subtle nod to classic Indie records from yesteryear, or even an obvious play on themes and lyrics explored by their contemporaries, the band has established it’s relevance in today’s music world. Deservedly so, Spouse enjoys a fair amount of admiration, primarily from fellow musicians who make up a large percentage of the group’s audience. Critical acclaim greets their live performances just as serious artistic consideration defines their recorded body of work.

The sound of Ayerve’s voice, described as both ‘feather smooth’ and ‘sandpaper rough’ blends effortlessly with a rewarding batch of harmony vocals and is as much a branding feature of Spouse’s sound as are the ratcheting interplay of guitars, the melodic rush of bass, and the freight train strength and steadiness of drums. Often the subtle or obvious presence of a Casio SK-5 sampling keyboard, a glockenspiel, or a Prophet V synthesizer sweetens the deal.