The Velaires were a prominent American rock and roll band in the early 1960s. Known for their distinctive doo-wop style, the band gained national recognition with their cover of the song "Roll Over Beethoven", reaching the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The group consisted of notable members Don Bourret, Bob Dawdy, Jerry DeMoss, and Denny DeMoss, who contributed significantly to the band's signature sound. Despite their relatively short-lived success, The Velaires were influential in popularizing the rock and roll genre during its formative years.