Saints & Sinners (heavy metal band)
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The band was formed in 1991 by ex-SwordSword (band)
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members Rick Hughes and Jeff Salem. The other three members were Stephane Dufour, Martin Balduc, and Jesse Bradman (formerly of Night Ranger
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, and UFO
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). The band released one album, Saints & Sinners
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movement in the early 1990s ruined the bands chance of having a big breakthrough. The band disbanded one year later in 1993.
Band members
- Rick Hughes - Vocals
- Jeff Salem - Drums
- Stephane Dufour - Guitar
- Martin Balduc - Bass
- Jesse Bradman - Keyboards