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Slow Buildings

by Pale Saints

Released: August 29, 1994

Alternative rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Lineup Change.

The Album

Despite the lineup changes and the challenges associated with them, the album is an important part of the band's discography and represents their final studio effort before disbanding. The album reflects a shift in the band's sound and lineup. "Slow Buildings," released on August 29, 1994, is the third and final studio album by the British alternative rock band Pale Saints.

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This album marked a significant transition for the…

This album marked a significant transition for the band, featuring Colleen Browne on bass and vocals following the departure of original member Ian Masters.

"Slow Buildings" captures the evolving sound of Pale…

"Slow Buildings" captures the evolving sound of Pale Saints during this period, incorporating elements of their previous work while also exploring new directions.

Additionally, guitarist Meriel Barham, who had joined for…

Additionally, guitarist Meriel Barham, who had joined for the previous album In Ribbons, took over lead vocal duties.

Notably, the single "Fine Friend" was adapted from…

Notably, the single "Fine Friend" was adapted from the 1981 song "Poison in the Airwaves" by Scottish band Persian Rugs, with new lyrics added.

Other tracks from the album, such as "Henry,"…

Other tracks from the album, such as "Henry," "One Blue Hill," and "Angel (Will You Be My)," were released as radio singles but did not have the same level of commercial impact as some of their earlier work.

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Essential Tracks

Angel (Will You Be My)

One Blue Hill

Henry

Fine Friend

Notably, the single "Fine Friend" was adapted from the 1981 song "Poison in the Airwaves" by Scottish band Persian Rugs, with new lyrics added.

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The Complete Album Story

"Slow Buildings," released on August 29, 1994, is the third and final studio album by the British alternative rock band Pale Saints. This album marked a significant transition for the band, featuring Colleen Browne on bass and vocals following the departure of original member Ian Masters. Additionally, guitarist Meriel Barham, who had joined for the previous album In Ribbons, took over lead vocal duties.

The album reflects a shift in the band's sound and lineup. Notably, the single "Fine Friend" was adapted from the 1981 song "Poison in the Airwaves" by Scottish band Persian Rugs, with new lyrics added. Other tracks from the album, such as "Henry," "One Blue Hill," and "Angel (Will You Be My)," were released as radio singles but did not have the same level of commercial impact as some of their earlier work.

"Slow Buildings" captures the evolving sound of Pale Saints during this period, incorporating elements of their previous work while also exploring new directions. Despite the lineup changes and the challenges associated with them, the album is an important part of the band's discography and represents their final studio effort before disbanding.