Saint Etienne

The Profile

Saint Etienne are a London trio formed in 1990 by Bob Stanley and Pete Wiggs, later joined by vocalist Sarah Cracknell. They blend indie pop and dance culture with 60s-inspired elegance and electronic textures, earning a cult following with albums such as Foxbase Alpha, So Tough and Tiger Bay, and continuing with acclaimed works like Tales From Turnpike House and Words And Music by Saint Etienne.

Formed in London in 1990 by Bob Stanley and Pete Wiggs; Sarah Cracknell became the permanent vocalist soon after. Active from 1990 to the present. Known for indie-pop, synth-pop and alternative dance; early releases appeared on Heavenly Recordings and Sub Pop. Notable songs include their cover of Only Love Can Break Your Heart and the hit He's on the Phone.

Saint Etienne are a British trio blending indie pop, synth-pop and dance culture with a 60s-tinged elegance. The reviews highlight their debut Foxbase Alpha, the refined pop of Good Humor, the London-lens concept Tales From Turnpike House, the sleek Words And Music, and the single Pale Movie. Themes recur: chic electronics, tuneful songwriting, and Sarah Cracknell’s distinctive voice. Overall sentiment is warmly enthusiastic.