The album was recorded and released by the 10cc touring band, led by the only original member Graham Gouldman, a fact highlighted by the sub-credit "featuring Graham Gouldman and friends" which appears on the album cover, with established 10cc members Rick Fenn and Paul Burgess together with Mick Wilson and Mike Stevens.

Clever Clogs also features original 10cc member Kevin Godley who makes a guest appearance and sings two songs.

'The album was produced and the live concert directed by Bafta winner Robin Bextor for New Wave Pictures.

The cover art for the album, with the new band's logo, was designed by long-time 10cc collaborator Storm Thorgerson.

The DVD edition included three additional songs not present on the CD version.