The New York Dolls were an American rock band formed in New York City in 1971. They were pioneers of the punk rock movement, known for their flamboyant cross-dressing, raw sound, and rebellious attitude, influencing countless bands in the punk and glam rock genres.
from the New York Dolls
""The speaker clarifies that "Johnny Thunder" is not from "the New York Dolls," indicating the band as a known entity in music history."