Championed by the likes of John Peel, the Fabulous Poodles were notorious for their humorous songs and eccentric stage antics.
Originally consisting of lead vocalist and guitarist Tony de Meur (subsequently of the comedy shows The Comic Strip and The Young Ones), bassist Richie Robertson, violin and mandolin player Bobby Valentino and drummer Bryn Burrows, the Poodles were featured on The Old Grey Whistle Test and also toured with the likes of Tom Petty, Meat Loaf and Ramones.