Martin Lee (singer)
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Martin Lee (born Martin Barnes; 26 November 1946) is an English singer-songwriter, best known as a member of the pop group Brotherhood of Man.[1]
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Birth name | Martin Barnes |
Born | (1946-11-26) 26 November 1946 (age 77) Purley, London, England |
Genres | Pop music |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, Guitar |
Years active | 1973–present |
Labels | Pye Records |
Lee was brought into Brotherhood of Man along with Lee Sheriden, Sandra Stevens, and Nicky Stevens by band manager Tony Hiller in 1972, when its original line up split up to pursue different music careers. The new version won the Eurovision Song Contest 1976 with their song Save Your Kisses For Me. Lee has been a member of Brotherhood of Man since joining in 1972.
As well as guitarist, Lee is also the main lead vocalist for the group. He married Brotherhood of Man member Sandra Stevens in 1979, and remain married as of 2023.