Effective period / Period of releases: 1967 - 1968

Members: Pug Baker, Bobby Cochran (2), Michael Chain, Dink Kaplan, Larry Gould

The original, ‘60’s Sunset Strip era Knack was formed in 1965 at Hollywood High by Michael Chain. The band was originally named The InMates but after a Shindig road show changed their moniker to The Knack.

The original InMates line-up consisted of:
Michael Chain - Lead Vocals,
Dink Kaplan - Guitar,
Ken Meyers - Drums, and
Larry Gould - Bass.
Bobby Cochran (2) later replaced Kaplan and Pug Baker replaced Meyers.

The band broke up in 1969, following the release of 4 singles, and an EP (France only).