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**Bio of The Native Boys** The Native Boys, originally known as The Mellotears, were a vocal group from Watts that gained recognition in the 1950s. Their first single was released under Modern Records, where owner Jules Bihari changed their name to The Native Boys. The primary leads of the group included Kristian and Romain, supported by George Le Brune, bass singer Edward "Sack" Saunders, and Charles Mathis. Harry Rosemond was also a member during their time with Modern Records, but he departed before they signed with Jake Porter's Combo label. Arthur Murray may have been associated with the group towards the end of their Combo period. In early 1957, Kristian and Romain transitioned to Lee Rupe's Ebb Records, where they recorded the label's first single as The Ebbtones, featuring new, older background singers. Vince and Freddie later joined the Flares, contributing to the group's 1961 Felsted hit, "Foot Stomping-Part 1." In 1963, guitarist Buddy Harper and disk jockey Chuck Mann recorded Freddie Romain for their small Spindletop label. The Native Boys are best known for their song "Strange Love," which became a minor hit after receiving heavy airplay from Alan Freed on WINS in New York in early 1956. Among doo-wop enthusiasts and collectors, this track remains their signature song. The group was known for their polished sound and produced several notable recordings.

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