The Royaltones were an American instrumental rock and roll band from Dearborn, Michigan, active primarily during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Their musical style combined elements of rock and roll, rhythm and blues, and surf, setting the stage for the later surf music trend. The band was known for its technical proficiency and innovative arrangements, particularly in their hit "Poor Boy," which reached number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1958. Members included George Katsakis on saxophone, Mike Popoff on piano, and Greg Popoff and Tom Scholz on guitars, all contributing to the band's distinctive sound.