The Rebels' 1959 debut single "The Rebels" features a proto-punk energy that belies its late 1950s origins. The song's raw sound and defiant attitude made it a minor hit.
- "The Rebels" was released on the Distortions record label. The single was a regional hit, charting on local Lansing radio stations. It was later reissued in 1977 by Crypt Records.
- The song "The Rebels" was written by band members George LeFevre and Robert LeFevre. It was recorded at a small studio in Lansing, Michigan.
- The Rebels' sound has been cited as an influence on later punk rock bands. However, the band themselves broke up shortly after the single's release.
The Rebels were a rock and roll group from Lansing, Michigan. They are best known for their 1959 single "The Rebels".
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