Richard Torry was discovered at art school by Vivienne Westwood in the early 80s. After a hugely successful career in the 80s and early 90s, Richard abandoned fashion for his first love, music. He formed Un Homme Et Une Femme with Louise Pray (now in Ping Pong Bitches, before teaming up with Leigh Bowery to form Minty.

Richard nowadays records under the name Menthol. He also DJs at London clubs Kash Point, Siren Suite and has a weekly radio show on Resonance FM.