The Stands

English alternative rock band, formed in Liverpool in 2002 and disbanded in 2005.

The band was composed of frontman Howie Payne, drummer Steve Pilgrim, guitarist Luke Thomson and bassist Dean Ravera. Following the recording of second album Horse Fabulous in October 2004, Pilgrim left the band and was followed shortly after by Thomson in early 2005. The band continued touring with drummer Grame Robinson and guitarist Paul Molloy before splitting in November 2005.