The Real Dolls came together after a series of jams and loose collaborations between established Manchester musicians. Founding member Rod Hotly is at the heart of the band's action, ably assisted by producer Real Dave, DJ Peter Parker (well known from his time in Fingathing), dancer Yoshi and a revolving list of collaborators, including Zoe McVeigh from (hooker), drummer Rick Wheedon and vocalist Veba (Grand Central, Groove Armada).

What began as an abstract preoccupation for its members, The Real Dolls took on an increasingly mainstream trajectory from the day they went on stage in day glo polo wear. Accidentally becoming part what later emerged as the UK New Rave scene, the Dolls changed up again, this time donning 70's NY gang colours - Rod Hotly's self styled "gang of love". An unbeatable and insane live show converted thousands to the cause, through early classics such as "Trophy", "My Bitch is Plastic" and "Cant Do Right".

In 2009, they signed to Switchflicker records (the Ting Tings, Magic Arm), and released a version of "Trophy" with blog favourite Afrikan Boy. After Radio 1 support and sets at major UK festivals V and T in the Park, they completed their self titled album in 2010.

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This is the Real Dolls first full length album. It features songs now familiar to legions of fans, including the vocal debuts of Yoshi and (hooker)'s Zoe McVeigh. There are guest appearances from Magic Arm and Veba. The iTunes version includes an extra track, "Best Times".

This version of the forthcoming Badly Drawn Boy album has been given the once over by various Manchester acts, including a remix of "In Safe Hands" by The Real Dolls, plus mixes by others including Working For A Nuclear Free City, Denis Jones, Sirconical and El Diablo’s Social Club. It is available with the limited edition version of the CD.

The Real Dolls brand new mix tape! Keep fit classics and motivational anthems, plus exclusive tracks.

Mixed by Real Dave & hosted by Rod Hotly.

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Trophy is a single by Real Dolls released on Switchflicker Records. It features MIA collaborator Afrikan Boy on guest vocals. Remix by Peter Parker (Real Dolls, Fingathing).

The Real Dolls outstanding remix of Magic Arms' Bootsy Bootsy is available on the EP of the same name.

The Real Dolls contributed an exclusive track 'Slap Dash' to the compilation Digital Northerner IV for Fat Northerner records.

Trophy was the debut EP from the Real Dolls. It marked the arrival of Peter Parker from Fingathing into the band, and featured a remix by Jim Noir.