The Mello-Tones

The Mello-Tones were an American vocal group that emerged in 1953. Operating during the golden age of doo-wop and rhythm-and-blues harmony groups, they contributed to the rich tradition of close-harmony vocal ensembles that defined mid-twentieth-century popular music. The group's work reflected the style and sensibility characteristic of 1950s vocal group performances, which emphasized melodic sophistication and tight harmonic arrangements.