The Lambrettas

Early years (1970s–1980) Dressing in matching mohair suits, the band named themselves after one of the mod-favoured motor scooters. The Lambrettas played various gigs around England until they were finally spotted by Elton John's record label, The Rocket Record Company. released on the Dr. Martens Records label. He subsequently recorded a new version of the theme from TV series Starsky & Hutch, which featured on the Cult Themes from the 70s Vol.1 album, released in 1997. Jez Bird died of cancer on 27 August 2008, at the age of 50. ==Current line-up==

Guitarist Doug Sanders and drummer Paul Wincer reunited to play a one-off gig as The Lambrettas at the "Modrophenia '79" event in Brighton on 15 August 2009, with Doug Sanders taking over vocal duties. Joining them were guitarist Philip Edwards and Chris Venzi-James on bass. The band were well received and what was supposed to be a one-off gig inaugurated a return to touring. The band have been touring the UK and Europe since then. Ant Wellman replaces Chris Venzi-James on bass guitar in 2015. A three-piece brass section is added to the band in 2015, adding an additional layer to the band's sound. February 2017 saw the release of a new EP "Go 4 It" featuring three new songs on the Jet Age Records label. • Doug Sanders – vocals, guitar • Paul Wincer – drums • Philip Edwards – guitar • Ant Wellman – bass • Richard Anstey - sax • David Medland - trumpet • Dan Rehahn - trombone ==Discography==

Studio albums Compilation albums • Kick Start (1985) • The Best of the Lambrettas - The Singles Collection (1995) • The Definitive Collection (Beat Boys in the Jet Age) (1998) Singles and EPs ==See also==