Stealers Wheel was a British folk rock/rock band formed in the early 1970s by Joe Egan and Gerry Rafferty, two talented musicians from Paisley, Scotland. The band's self-titled debut album, "Stealers Wheel," released in 1972, featured the hit single "Stuck in the Middle With You," which became a timeless classic and received renewed interest years later when it was featured in the film "Reservoir Dogs" by Quentin Tarantino. The song's catchy hook and relatable lyrics about the frustrations of middle management helped it climb the charts, making Stealers Wheel a notable name in the rock scene of the era.

Despite their initial success, Stealers Wheel faced challenges with lineup changes and legal disputes that affected the group's momentum. Their follow-up albums, "Ferguslie Park" (1973) and "Right or Wrong" (1975), struggled to replicate the commercial success of their debut. The group's sound evolved with each release, blending the introspective lyrics of Rafferty with thoughtful instrumentals, but internal tensions and lack of sustained success led to their disbandment shortly after the release of "Right or Wrong." In later years, "Stuck in the Middle With You" has been re-recorded and presented in various formats, including a sped-up version, as fans continue to celebrate the band's brief but impactful contribution to the rock and folk-rock genres.

Genres

Folk Rock

Related Artists

Supertramp

Gerry Rafferty

The Hollies

10cc

Badfinger

Pilot

Bread

Jethro Tull

Little River Band

The Dubliners

Mungo Jerry

John Martyn

Latest Release

Stuck In The Middle With You (Re-Recorded - Sped Up)

Stealers Wheel

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released April 25, 2023