The Ink Spots

The Ink Spots were an American vocal group formed in 1932 and active through 1954, noted for a smooth, close harmony pop and jazz-influenced style led by a high tenor and often featuring a spoken bass interlude in the middle of songs. Their arrangements emphasized sentimental ballads, clear tenor leads, gentle guitar or small-combo backing, and relaxed tempos. Their vocal approach and song structures influenced later R&B and doo-wop vocal groups.