The Rhythm Boys

Male singing trio consisting of Bing Crosby, Harry Barris and Al Rinker. Crosby and Rinker began performing together in 1925 and were recruited by [a=Paul Whiteman] in late 1926. Pianist/singer/songwriter Barris joined the team in 1927.

They made recordings and appeared with [a=Paul Whiteman And His Orchestra]. In May 1930, the group left Whiteman's group and began performing with [a=Gus Arnheim And His Orchestra]. In August 1930, they recorded one title, "Three Little Words", with [a=Duke Ellington And His Orchestra]. The group disbanded in mid-May 1931, and made only one other appearance on the "Paul Whiteman Presents" radio show broadcast on July 4, 1943.