Also known as: Knack, The
Origin: Los Angeles, CA, USA
This underrated L.A. band, originally named the Inmates, was formed in 1965 by four Hollywood High School classmates. In 1966, they changed their name to the Knack and were discovered by legendary producer Nick Venet who got them signed to Capitol Records where they released four singles over the next couple of years. Original members included lead singer and songwriter Michael Chain (vocals, guitar), Dink Kaplan (lead guitar), Larry Gould (bass) and Ken Meyers (drums). Meyers didn't last that long however and was replaced by Pug Baker (drums). It was this lineup that issued the outstanding 'T…