[1] The band lacked a drummer, but would use household objects and hand claps to act as percussion.
[1] They did, however, release a number of full-length compilations of their EPs, like Hello Cruel World and The Short and Sick of It.
In the liner notes to their album 3 EPs (1994) (released as a single CD, or as three vinyl EPs collected in one box), they asked for listeners' rhythm tracks: "Send us your idea of a great T.D.
"[5] Bands who have claimed to be influenced by the Tall Dwarfs include Guided by Voices,[6] Jay Reatard,[6] Superchunk,[6] Elf Power,[6] Neutral Milk Hotel[7] and Olivia Tremor Control.
[8][7] In 2005, they did a small number of concerts in the US, playing with the Olivia Tremor Control.