The Cleftones, an American vocal group, were formed in 1955 at Jamaica High
School in Queens, New York. The original members included Herb Cox, Charlie
James McGhee, Berman Patterson, Warren Corbin, and William "Buzzy" McClane.
Initially known as The Silvertones, the group gained local popularity by
performing a cover of "Gee" by The Crows at school events. In 1955, they signed
with George Goldner and were renamed The Cleftones. Their first hit was "You
Baby You", followed by "Little Girl of Mine" and "Can't We Be Sweethearts", both
written by Herb Cox. In 1961, the group achieve...