Businessman Bob Radonich purchased the place in 1955, rebranding it as the Java Jive in honor of a song by the Ink Spots, per The News Tribune. “I love coffee; I love tea,” the song goes.

The group’s popularity peaked during the 1940s, with a string of hits like "I Don't Want to Set the World on Fire" and "Java Jive." Known for their influence on both vocal harmony groups and early ...

Businessman Bob Radonich purchased the place in 1955, rebranding it as the Java Jive in honor of a song by the Ink Spots, per The News Tribune. “I love coffee; I love tea,” the song goes.

The World Famous Ink Spots, the third generation of the legendary vocal quartet originally formed in the 1930s, will perform at the Black History Sweetheart Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Businessman Bob Radonich purchased the place in 1955, rebranding it as the Java Jive in honor of a song by the Ink Spots, per The News Tribune. “I love coffee; I love tea,” the song goes.