The Nutty Squirrels were an American jazz virtual band formed in 1959, notable for their animated hits that paralleled the success of Alvin and the Chipmunks. The band was conceived by composer and jazz vibraphonist Don Elliott and songwriter Sascha Burland. Their music style was heavily influenced by scat singing and the bebop jazz trend of the time. Among their influential works, the song "Uh-Oh" reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1959, demonstrating their significant impact on jazz and popular music.