[2] Pendleton were formed at the University of Salford in 2002, and spent several years honing their sound and self-releasing their own material.

Although previously adherents to the DIY punk ethic Pendleton eventually released their debut EP 'You, by Us' in the UK in August 2006 on (the now defunct) Distort Manchester Records.

The band were also signed by Angry Penguin Records and subsequently released the extended edition of You, by Us in the US in May 2007.

[11] It was recorded at NADA Studios in New Windsor, New York with producer John Naclerio, noted for working with My Chemical Romance, Senses Fail, Bayside and Brand New.

[12] The band went their separate ways shortly after the release of the album, however to date there has been no statement from the members involved as to the reasons behind the split.