Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps were an American rockabilly band active during the mid-1950s. Led by the charismatic Gene Vincent, their sound was characterized by Vincent's distinctive, emotionally-charged vocals and Cliff Gallup's innovative guitar work. The band is best known for their hit "Be-Bop-A-Lula," which has since become a rockabilly standard. Their work had a substantial influence on later rock and roll musicians, helping to shape the future of the genre.