Kindred Spirit (band)
| Company type | Vocal duo |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Founder | Debbi Peterson, Gina Schock |
| Defunct | 1996 |
| Headquarters | United States / United Kingdom |
Key people | Debbi Peterson, Siobhan Maher, Gina Schock (former) |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
| Parent | I.R.S. Records |
Kindred Spirit was a female vocal duo composed of Debbi Peterson (drummer and singer from the Bangles) and Siobhan Maher (lead vocalist formerly of the River City People).
History
Following the breakup of the Bangles in 1989, Debbi Peterson collaborated with Gina Schock (of the Go-Go's), Sara Lee (formerly with the B-52's) and Wendy & Lisa to form Smashbox. By 1991, the lineup had narrowed to Peterson and Schock, who secured a deal with I.R.S. Records and adopted the name Kindred Spirit.
After working with producer Humberto Gatica, Schock departed from the group and was succeeded by Siobhan Maher, who had recently parted ways with River City People. In late 1992, Kindred Spirit released their single "Here in My Eyes" across Europe and supported Joan Armatrading as an opening act during her tour.
The release of their debut album, originally scheduled for early 1993 and featuring songs co-written by Peterson and Schock, was delayed due to Schock initiating legal action to reclaim rights over her contributions. This dispute postponed the album's launch until 1995, which was preceded by the single "Ask Me No Questions".
The album, produced by Peterson and Maher, includes tracks characterized by acoustic elements and pop-rock influences. Each member contributed individual compositions with lead vocals on their respective songs while providing harmonies on each other's pieces. The only track co-written by Schock that appeared was "Here in My Eyes".
In December 1995, their track "Christmas Son" was included on a holiday-themed compilation album.
Following the bankruptcy of IRS Records in 1996, Kindred Spirit disbanded. Debbi Peterson returned to the Bangles in 1999; they later re-recorded "Ask Me No Questions" for their 2003 release Doll Revolution. Meanwhile, Siobhan Maher launched a solo career with her album Immigrant Flower in 2002.
Albums
- Kindred Spirit (1995, IRS)
Singles
- "Here in My Eyes" (1992, IRS)
- "Ask Me No Questions" (1994, IRS)
Compilation appearances
- Mother & Child (A Christmas Celebration of Motherhood) (1995, IRS)