The Starfires were an American garage rock band active in the mid-1960s, best known for their 1965 hit "I Never Loved Her". Hailing from Los Angeles, California, their musical style was characterized by raw, energetic performances and a distinct blend of rock and roll and rhythm and blues. The band, though briefly popular, had a significant influence on the garage rock and proto-punk genres. Their fusion of aggressive guitar work and emotive vocals, as evidenced in songs like "Linda", set a precedent for many future rock bands.