Infamous for his uncanny ability to survive only on licorice comfits and Mumm champagne, he initially damped down his silver spiky locks and found respectability as a solicitor representing the kind of clientele who would lovingly have pogoed to his former classic hits whilst liberally spraying him with phlegm and mucus.
His love for music only blossomed and later releases were classics epitomised by his unforgettable Air Guitar rendition of "Let Me Accompany You to the Toilet" mixing comedy and irony - pure genius.
Indeed, his latest release "Big Bails plays the Spoons" is currently eagerly anticipated.
Ardent fans may catch his Dury Appreciation Tour at secret selected locations in the UK.