The Rascals were an English rock band formed in Hoylake, Merseyside, in 2007. Their debut album, Rascalize, was released on 23 June 2008. In August 2009, it was announced that the lead singer, Miles Kane, had left the Rascals to focus on a solo career and the group disbanded. Kane later formed the band, the Last Shadow Puppets, with Alex Turner of the Arctic Monkeys.
History
Early years
Hailing from Hoylake (The Wirral, on Merseyside) in England, The Rascals began as a three person band in September 2007. They were signed to Deltasonic Records and played their first gig as support for more well-known bands, including Arctic Monkeys.
Initial releases
On December 2007, the band released their debut EP, Out of Dreams, which contains their first single of the same name. A second single was released on 18 February 2008 called Suspicious Wit.
Rascalize
The Rascals' debut album, Rascalize, was released on 23 June 2008 (first released on iTunes on 15 June 2008). The album's reception was not successful commercially, only peaking at #100 on the UK Albums Chart for one week; however, its release was generally well received by critics.
Appearance in Awaydays
The Rascals perform in the film Awaydays, an adaptation of the book by Kevin Sampson. In the film, they are seen playing a cover version of the song All That Jazz by Echo & the Bunnymen. The track is available on the Soundtrack, released on 18 May 2008.
Miles Kane's departure
On 24 August 2009, lead singer Miles Kane confirmed to NME.COM that he had quit The Rascals. Kane stated that he was writing new material and had been in the studio. Greg Mighall and Joe Edwards announced they were working on a film project with 'Awaydays' star Liam Boyle.
Conflicts with the name
Despite carrying the same name as the American band The Rascals, the English band has stated that it was unintentionally copied. Miles Kane used to tell in several interviews that when they were in The Little Flames, they were often called "You Little Rascals".
Membership
The group consisted of: Miles Kane – Lead vocals and guitar Joe Edwards – Bass Greg Mighall – Drums
Discography
Album
EPs
Singles
Music videos
Out of Dreams
Suspicious Wit
Freakbeat Phantom
I'll Give You Sympathy
I'll Give You Sympathy (Night Time Version)