The Pastels are a Scottish indie rock band formed in 1981. Notably composed of Stephen McRobbie, Katrina Mitchell, and Gerard Love, their musical style is characterized by a low-fidelity, jangly sound often associated with C86 and indie-pop movements. The band's minimalistic approach and unconventional song structures have made them a defining part of the UK's independent music scene. Their influential works include "Up for a Bit with The Pastels" (1987) and "Mobile Safari" (1995), which have significantly contributed to the shaping of alternative rock.