The Innocence, a pop-rock band formed in the late 1960s, is significant for its early exploration of soft psychedelic sounds. The group comprised of songwriter-producers Pete Anders and Vinnie Poncia, along with singers Beverly Ann Bivens and Carol Connors. Their self-titled debut album, featuring their hit single "There's Got to Be a Word!", showcases the band's distinctive blending of bubblegum pop, folk-rock, and light psychedelia. The Innocence's contribution to the evolution of pop-rock is underscored by their use of complex harmonies and orchestral arrangements.