The Knacks were an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1978. The most well-known lineup of the band consisted of Doug Fieger (vocals, guitar), Berton Averre (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Prescott Niles (bass, backing vocals), and Bruce Gary (drums). The Knacks were known for their power pop sound and their 1980 debut album, Get the Knack, which was a commercial and critical success. The album reached number one on the Billboard 200 and was certified multi-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The first single from the album, "My Sharona," was a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100. The band's second album, ...But the Little Girls Understand, was not as successful as their first album, but still reached number 27 on the Billboard 200. The band's third album, Round Trip, was released in 1981 and did not chart. The band disbanded in 1982, but reunited in 1991 and released a fourth album, Zoom, in 1992. The band's final album, Normal as the Next Guy, was released in 1994. The band disbanded again in 1995 and has not reunited since. Doug Fieger was the primary songwriter of the band and was known for his catchy, upbeat lyrics. Berton Averre was the lead guitarist of the band and was known for his melodic, inventive guitar playing. Prescott Niles was the band's bassist and was known for his energetic and lively stage presence. Bruce Gary was the band's drummer and was known for his powerful, precise drumming. The Knacks were one of the most successful rock bands of the early 1980s and had a major influence on the power pop genre. Their music has been featured in numerous films and television shows, including the films The Breakfast Club (1984) and Sixteen Candles (1985) and the television series Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000).

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