Pale Saints are an English alternative rock band from Leeds, formed in 1987, known for their ethereal soundscapes and delicate guitar work that helped define the shoegaze and indie pop genres of the late 1980s and 1990s. The band, featuring the distinctive vocals of Ian Masters alongside intricate melodies, released acclaimed albums including "The Comforts of Madness" and "In Ribbons" before disbanding in 1994. After a lengthy hiatus, Pale Saints reunited in 2011 and continue to perform and create music, maintaining their reputation as influential pioneers of atmospheric indie rock.