Pale Saints, formed in Leeds in 1987, were a seminal English alternative rock band known for their ethereal blend of shoegaze and dream pop. The original lineup featured Ian Masters (vocals/bass), Graeme Naysmith (guitar), and Chris Cooper (drums). Their debut album, *The Comforts of Madness* (1990), reached number 40 on the UK Albums Chart and is celebrated for its atmospheric soundscapes. Following the addition of Meriel Barham (vocals/guitar) in 1990, they released *In Ribbons* (1992) and *Slow Buildings* (1994). Pale Saints disbanded in 1996, leaving a lasting impact on the shoegaze genre. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pale_Saints?utm_source=openai))