The Orchids are a Scottish indie pop band formed in 1985 in Penilee, a suburb of Glasgow. They were one of the most prominent acts on the influential Sarah Records label, known for their melodic, melancholic sound that blended jangly guitars with lush arrangements. The band's lineup included James Hackett (vocals), John Scally (guitar), Chris Quinn (drums), Matthew Drummond (guitar), and James Moody (bass), with producer Ian Carmichael often contributing keyboards .