Switchflicker Records

The Real Dolls collective are 'A gang of love'. They’ve evolved over the years into a techni-coloured powerhouse of five (plus friends), offering the type of sounds that can kick any party into gear. Born out of a series of drunken jam sessions, have made an impressive mark on Manchester’s music scene, never failing to deliver their unique brand of infectious musical spontaneity. The Doll’s repertoire demonstrates an enviable versatility, moving from uplifting electronic anthems to grimy hip-hop fuelled tracks in the blink of a glittery eye-linered eye. Their debut single ‘Trophy’, showcases the darker side to The Real Dolls sound; the band themselves describing it as ‘hip-hop club swagger’. Rod Hotly: “Renaissance Man & vocal visionary” Rod Hotly is a founding member of The Real Dolls, alongside Peter Parker and now contributor Ricky X. Rapper and lyricist Rod can be credited with dreaming up the initial Dolls concept after a Frank Zappa interview provided a bolt of inspiration. Sharing the front of stage with Zoe Hooker and rapper Yoshi, Rod provides the perfect accompaniment to her irrepressible energy. Yoshi: “Human dance dynamo & energetic glitter ball” Japanese, Manc Yoshi provides The Real Dolls with both a rapper/backing vocalist and a ...