Archie Whitewater was an American jazz-rock band formed in Chicago in the late 1960s, known for their innovative fusion of rock, jazz, soul, and psychedelic influences. Their self-titled 1970 album, released on Cadet Concept, has since become a cult classic, celebrated for its adventurous instrumentation and socially conscious songwriting. Though short-lived, the band’s unique sound and forward-thinking approach resonated with later generations, earning them recognition among collectors and aficionados of early jazz fusion and experimental rock.