The Steal
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Defunct | 2009 |
| Headquarters | Kingston upon Thames and Brighton , England |
| Products | Hardcore punk music |
The Steal was a hardcore punk group originating from Kingston upon Thames and Brighton in England.
History
Established in late 2005, the band drew inspiration from acts such as Minor Threat, 7 Seconds, and Kid Dynamite. During 2006, they toured across the UK alongside American punk bands Set Your Goals and Lifetime. Their association with Banquet Records, a label known for organizing events in Kingston upon Thames, helped them build a local following.
In July 2006, they performed a live session for BBC Radio 1's program The Lock Up. Their debut album in the United States was released by Get Outta Town Records in August 2007, which coincided with a tour along the East Coast. Following an unofficial break lasting seven months, they toured with Against Me! in April 2008 and issued a split 7-inch single with Brighton's Beat Express.
The band began composing their sophomore album, Bright Grey, in Devon during 2008; the recording process took two days, and the album was released on 29 September 2008. That same year, they recorded a second live session for The Lock Up.
Their concluding performance took place on 18 September 2009 at The Peel in Kingston upon Thames, where they supported Paint It Black. After disbanding, members went on to form Sauna Youth and Pacer. Bassist Dave House has also pursued a solo career, releasing four albums and two split records since 2004.
Band members
- Richard Phoenix – drums
- Mark Pavey – vocals
- Lindsay Corstorphine – guitar
- Dave House – bass guitar
EPs
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Steal Your Goals – split 10-inch with Set Your Goals | Gravity DIP |
| 2008 | Split 7-inch with Beat Express | Self-Released |
Albums
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | The Steal | Gravity DIP |
| 2008 | Bright Grey | Banquet |