Formed in 1998, the band play high tempo pop-punk, which was branded "Bubblegum Thrash".
[1] Renowned for their heavy touring schedule, they have played all over the UK and Europe, touring with bands such as The Vandals, Capdown, and Nerf Herder.
[2] They were part of the roster of London punk label Household Name Records.
[1] Household Name records signed the band in 2002 and re-issued the album Learning to Play With....[3] Their extensive touring of the UK included playing the Lockup Stage at Reading Festival.[when?]
[citation needed] Richard Phoenix became the drummer of The Steal until they split up in 2009.