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The Spaniels are a foundational act in early rhythm 'n' blues and doo-wop, formed in 1952 in Gary, Indiana as Pookie Hudson & The Hudsonaires before evolving into The Spaniels. As one of the first groups signed to Vee-Jay Records in 1953, they helped shape the sound and stagecraft of mid-century pop-soul music. Their career blends catchy harmonies with groundbreaking live performance ideas, influencing generations of vocal groups that followed.