“Punk changed everything. It blew away all the dull, pompous stuff that happened before, like glam rock. Kids were getting involved in causes like Rock Against Racism and they needed music that reflected that. Something similar was happening in comedy too, with the Comedy Store and the alternative scene that I got involved in.”

Welsh actor, comedian, singer, writer, director, producer and television presenter

Keith Allen is a Welsh actor, comedian, singer, writer, director, producer and television presenter. He has also worked in pantomime, and his career has ranged across stage, screen and television. Allen is known for moving easily between performance and presenting, with credits that span acting, comedy, music and production. His work reflects a broad, restless career in British entertainment, where he has taken on both on-screen roles and work behind the camera.