Using the alias of Dean James, drummer Dean Robson played with The Toy Dolls.
His first show was at West Cornforth Working Mens Club 4th May 1980. He stayed until the band's gig at Newcastle Old Hall Pub 6th September 1980. However, Dean Robson returned in 1985, playing with The Toy Dolls again live on stage at The Alabamahalle, Germany 2nd September 1985. This time Dean stayed until the Toulouse Festival, France 9th July 1988.
Dean Robson also played bass. His other bands are Downloaded and The Mumps.