The Pastels
The Pastels were one of the most inspirational and enduring groups of indie rock, in their early days spearheading a movement toward a renewed sense of wistful musical primitivism and willful naivete known variously as "shambling" and "anorak pop"
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Biography
Although virtually unknown outside of indie rock circles, The Pastels were one of the most inspirational and enduring groups of the genre, in their early days spearheading a movement toward a renewed sense of wistful musical primitivism and willful naivete known variously as “shambling” and “anorak pop”. In addition, their influence helped bring international notice to a resurgent Scottish musical community, with frontman Stephen Pastel’s legendary 53rd and 3rd label helping to launch the careers of bands including The Jesus & Mary Chain, Shop Assistants, BMX Bandits, the Vaselines, and the Soup Dragons. Formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 1982, the band initially comprised vocalist/guitarist Pastel (nee McRobbie), guitarist Brian Superstar (born Brian Taylor), and drummer Chris Gordon; they debuted that autumn on the Whaam label with the single “Songs for Children,” but Gordon soon exited, the first of many subsequent lineup shuffles.