Creeper and the Vi-Dells were an American rock 'n' roll band popular in the mid-1960s. Known for their distinctive fusion of doo-wop, surf rock, and rhythm and blues, the band left a significant imprint on the early US garage rock scene. They are most recognized for their track "The Creep", a notable example of their signature sound combining gritty guitar riffs and haunting vocal harmonies. Despite their short tenure, the impact of Creeper and the Vi-Dells on the development of rock music is evident in their influence on subsequent garage and psychedelic rock bands.