The Catalinas are an American beach music band from Charlotte, North Carolina, formed in 1957. They are best known for their 1961 hit "Summertime's Calling Me," which has become a staple of the beach music genre. The band's signature sound combines elements of doo-wop, R&B, and rock and roll. Despite numerous lineup changes over the decades, The Catalinas remain an enduring presence in the beach music scene, contributing significantly to the genre's development and popularity.