ABOUT
The Goodies were an English comedy trio consisting of Tim Brooke-Taylor (July 17, 1940 - April 12, 2020), Graeme Garden, and Bill Oddie. They created, wrote for, and performed in their own show on BBC-TV from 1970 to 1982, combining sketches and situation comedy. They are best known for "The Funky Gibbon" (1975), which became their biggest hit in the U.K., reaching the Top 5. Written by Bill Oddie, this novelty song also received considerable airplay in the U.S. on The Dr. Demento radio show and made the Billboard Hot 100.
Best known songs (with years) include:
- The Funky Gibbon (1975)
Pop charts debut year: 1975
Years active: 1970-1982; 2005-2006
Genres: Pop, novelty
Labels: 20th Century, Bradley's Records
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