The Crystals are an American vocal group that emerged from New York City and became one of the quintessential acts of the girl group era in the early 1960s. Formed in 1960, the original lineup consisted of Barbara Alston, Myrna Giraud, Dolores "Dee Dee" Kenniebrew, Mary Thomas, and Patricia "Patsy" Wright. The group was created by Alston's uncle, Benny Wells, who helped them sign with Phil Spector's Philles Records.

Their debut single, "There's No Other (Like My Baby)," released in late 1961, reached the Billboard Top 20 and showcased Spector's "wall of sound" production style. This was followed by "Uptown," another hit that allowed Spector to experiment with diverse musical instruments. In 1962, the controversial "He Hit Me (And It Felt Like a Kiss)" was released but received limited airplay due to its subject matter.

The Crystals' biggest success came with "He's a Rebel," which reached number one on the pop charts. Although credited to the Crystals, the song featured lead vocals by Darlene Love of the Blossoms. With Dolores "LaLa" Brooks as the new lead singer, the group achieved further success with hits like "Da Doo Ron Ron" and "Then He Kissed Me," the latter being a significant international hit.

Despite their early success, the group disbanded in 1967. However, they reformed in 1970 and continue to perform, with Dolores "Dee Dee" Kenniebrew remaining as a member. The Crystals' music remains influential, with several of their songs being recognized as classics in the rock and roll genre.