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American doo-wop vocal group active in the early 1960s.Formed in New Orleans in 1960, The Cavaliers were a vocal group led by Freddy Curvan. They achieved national success with their hit single 'Oh, What a Night' (1960) on the Minit label. Despite the hit's popularity, internal tensions and legal issues led to a name change to The Chevelles in 1964. The group featured members like Ronnie Barron, Irving 'Gilly' Gilford, and others during its active years.

• The group's biggest hit, 'Oh, What a Night', was written by group member Freddy Curvan and Johnny 'Guitar' Watson. It reached #4 on the Billboard R&B chart and #40 on the Pop chart.
• Internal conflict arose after the success of 'Oh, What a Night'. Lead singer Ronnie Barron reportedly felt sidelined and left the group. Legal disputes over the name 'The Cavaliers' also contributed to the decision to rebrand.
• In 1964, due to the disputes, the group changed its name to The Chevelles. They continued to record for Minit Records and other labels, releasing singles like 'Doin' the 45' and 'The Stomp', but never replicated the success of 'Oh, What a Night'.
• Original members Freddy Curvan and Ronnie Barron reunited decades later to perform under the Chevelles name at oldies shows and events, keeping the legacy alive until Barron's death in 1997.