Kasabian are an English rock band from Leicester, formed by Tom Meighan (vocals), Sergio Pizzorno (guitar and vocals), Chris Edwards (bass) and Chris Karloff (Keyboards and Guitar). During the recording of the band's second album, once temporary drummer Ian Matthews became a permanent member. Shortly after this, Chris Karloff was asked to leave due to "creative differences". The band members are from the Leicestershire villages of Blaby and Countesthorpe. They met whilst attending Leysland High School and Countesthorpe Community College. The band has been compared with the likes of Primal Scream, with whom they share an electronica-indie rock fusion, and The Stone Roses and Oasis, with whom they share confidence, swagger and rough vocal style. History Early years (1999-2002) The band were formerly called Saracuse and started recording at Bedrock Studios in Leicester where Chris Edwards wor

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