Formed in the early 1980s by English songwriter Martin Newell, Cleaners from Venus became one of the most influential DIY pop projects of the cassette culture era. Blending jangly guitars, sharp wit, and melodic craftsmanship, Newell crafted a lo‑fi sound that bridged post‑punk and jangle pop with timeless British charm. Though largely self‑released at the time, the band gained cult status, later inspiring generations of indie artists. Their catalog—rediscovered and reissued in the 2010s—continues to exemplify the enduring spirit of homemade, melodic pop.