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Pale Saints began their existence as a three-piece jangly indie pop band (music)|band, influenced by the early Primal Scream sound, later developing in a more ethereal pop music|pop direction. Forming in 1987 in music|1987 in Leeds, England|Leeds, England, the band was signed to 4AD Records records after their first London concert|show by 4AD chief Ivo Watts-Russell|Ivo. Their first EP, ''Barging Into the Presence of God'', was critically praised, but received minimal press, especially in the United States.
Early band interviews showed them to be a fun-loving bunch in contrast to their dark, lyrically pessimistic pop music. They described themselves as enthusiastic football fans and were perpetually excited about touring. Lead vocalist Ian Masters (songwriter)|Ian Masters was often wont to gratuitously lie in interviews, helping the group to successfully build up a certain party reputation.{{Fact|date=February 2007
With Ashley Horner from Edsel Auctioneer (guitar) joining the band in 1989, their first album was released in 1990 in music|1990 and entitled ''The Comforts of Madness''. Tracks from the album were separately record producer|produced by both John Fryer (music)|John Fryer and Gil Norton. A mixture of atmospheric, unique male-ethereal vocals along with noisy... read all
