Los Bravos is a Spanish rock and roll band which gained prominence in the mid-1960s, largely due to their hit single "Black is Black" which reached number two on the UK Singles Chart and number four on the US Billboard Hot 100. The band's distinctive sound was characterized by the fusion of rock and roll with a British Invasion influence. Their significance in music history lies in their unique position as the first Spanish rock band to have a UK and US hit single, paving the way for future Spanish artists in the international music scene. Notable band members include lead vocalist Mike Kogel, whose voice was often compared to Gene Pitney's.