Lieutenant Pigeon was a novelty rock band from the 1970s best known for their 1972 hit 'Mouldy Old Dough,' an absurdist rock instrumental featuring a harpsichord and relentless rhythm section. The band combined rock energy with vaudeville humor and unexpected instrumentation, achieving cult status through sheer eccentricity. This 1998 Emporio compilation gathers their best work, including clever reworkings of classical themes like 'The Blue Danube.' The music is upbeat, playful, and technically accomplished beneath its humorous surface—rock and roll filtered through music-hall sensibility. It's joyful noise that refuses to take itself seriously, perfect for anyone who loves off-the-wall classic rock with genuine musicianship and a healthy sense of humor.