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Loz Colbert

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Loz Colbert
Born
Laurence John Colbert

(1970-06-27) June 27, 1970 (age 56)
Kingston upon Thames, England
OccupationDrummer
Years active1988–present
Known forDrummer for Ride, The Animalhouse, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Supergrass, Gaz Coombes

Laurence John "Loz" Colbert (born 27 June 1970) is a prominent English drummer, widely recognized for his role in the band Ride. He has also performed with groups such as The Animalhouse, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Supergrass, and Gaz Coombes. His energetic drumming approach is frequently likened to that of Keith Moon.

Early life

Born in Kingston upon Thames, England, Colbert was raised in the Cotswolds.[1][2] Growing up in a relatively secluded environment, he dedicated significant time to honing his drumming skills and immersing himself in music. His formative inspirations included bands like The Jesus and Mary Chain, New Order, and Echo & the Bunnymen, alongside drummers such as Keith Moon, Mitch Mitchell, and Ginger Baker.

Ride

At the age of seventeen, Colbert enrolled at Banbury Art School, where he connected with Mark Gardener and Andy Bell. Following their attendance at a The Smiths concert, they established the band Ride in 1988. While still students at Banbury, they recorded a demo featuring tracks like "Chelsea Girl" and "Drive Blind". In February 1989, Ride substituted for a cancelled performance at Oxford Polytechnic, which caught the eye of industry figure Alan McGee. After opening for The Soup Dragons later that year, McGee signed them to his label, Creation Records.

Colbert remained an active member of Ride from its formation in 1988 until the band's initial breakup in 1996. Throughout this period, he played on four studio albums: Nowhere, Going Blank Again, Carnival of Light, and Tarantula, as well as several extended plays.

The group dissolved in 1996 due to creative differences between Bell and Gardener coupled with a lack of clear musical direction.

On 16 October 2001, the original lineup reunited briefly for a one-time filming project by Channel 4, which resulted in the documentary Pioneers. This session included a thirty-minute improvised performance that was later released in 2002 under the title Coming up for Air.

On 19 November 2014, Ride announced their reunion for tours across Europe and North America scheduled for May and June 2015. Following this comeback, the band has produced three more studio albums: Weather Diaries, This Is Not a Safe Place, and Interplay.

The Animalhouse

Towards the end of 1997, Colbert and Gardener joined forces with Sam Williams and Hari T to establish the Animalhouse. The group attracted media interest for their unique fusion of 1960s psychedelia, Britrock, and electronic music. Their debut release was delayed due to contractual and label complications, eventually launching the Small EP in April 2000. This was succeeded by the album Ready To Receive in September of the same year, which found commercial success primarily in Japan but had minimal influence elsewhere. The ensemble dissolved soon after, with Gardener explaining that "it just didn't work."

The Jesus and Mary Chain

In 2007, Jim Reid brought Colbert on board along with Phil King and Mark Crozer for the reunion tour of The Jesus and Mary Chain. Colbert remained part of the lineup until 2008. During this tenure, the band recorded "All Things Must Pass" for the Heroes: Original Soundtrack, marking their first new recording in over ten years.

Supergrass and Gaz Coombes

Colbert temporarily substituted for Danny Goffey during Supergrass’s 2005 tour. Additionally, he collaborated extensively with lead vocalist Gaz Coombes, contributing drums to four tracks on Coombes’ Matador album and participating in his live touring band.

Personal life

Colbert completed a Bachelor of Arts followed by a Master of Arts in Music at Oxford Brookes University in 2010 and 2012 respectively, and is currently engaged in doctoral studies. Holding a black belt in Taekwondo, he frequently sparred with Gardener. In 2020, Colbert undertook a 12-hour drumming marathon that successfully raised over £20,000 for the NHS.

Studio albums

Compilations, EPs, and live albums

Singles

Studio albums

Studio albums

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