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The musician was also an author, business owner and designer, and owned a fleet of ice-cream vans that were once used to tour the UK. Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with . This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Black wrote several books chronicling his time in the band most notably The Stranglers infamous 1980 arrest in Nice, France, where they had allegedly incited a riot. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black, real name Brian John Duffy, has died aged 84 following 'years of ill health', his representatives have announced. Jet Black, drummer for new-wave punk rock band The Stranglers, has died at 84 after years of health issues. Audiences would often chant his name as he took his place behind the kit, until he finally retired in 2015, relinquishing the drum stool to Jim Macaulay. In March 2007, it was announced on the Stranglers' website that Black was suffering from atrial fibrillation and consequently refrained from appearing with the band until he had recovered. Black was a . [23] In 2014, Black said of the Stranglers: "This is the best band in the world and we'll carry on until we can't any more. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday December 6. Though we are not thinking about that. Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with many causes". The Stranglers, formed in Surrey in 1974, went on to became an integral part of the riotous UK punk and new wave scenes. which enables the bass drum to be placed anywhere and yet remain playable.[14][15]. During early dates on the tour, he relieved The Stranglers' touring drummer Jim Macaulay mid-set, playing approximately four songs including "Genetix". He remarked that Black was "on oxygen" even after drumming on slower numbers like "Golden Brown". Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. A rebel with many causes., Baz Warne, the Stranglers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. In January 2015, Stranglers guitarist Baz Warne told the Louder Than War website: "Jet will do what he can when he can. Jet Black, drummer and a founding member of English punk rock band the Stranglers, died Tuesday at his home in North Wales. There was no turning back, Black told the Stranglers' website in 2010. RIP Jet Black drummer and co founder of The Stranglers. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. For the latest music news and exclusive features, check out uDiscover Music. He was a force of nature. When asked how he would like be remembered by the band's website 12 years ago, Black replied: "I guess if we are actually remembered, then that will do.". Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday 6 December at his country home in Wales. Jet owned a fleet of ice cream vans, one of which, as many fans will fondly remember, was used to tour the UK in the early years. Jet also owned a [package liquor store], the upstairs apartment of which doubled as Stranglers H.Q. The Stranglers release the sad news that their original drummer, Jet Black, has passed away at the age of 84. Brian John Duffy (26 August 1938 6 December 2022),[1][2] professionally known as Jet Black, was an English drummer and founding member of punk rock/new wave band The Stranglers. On 12 March 2012, Black was taken to hospital after "falling ill" shortly before a Stranglers concert at the O2 Academy Oxford. Scoring 23 UK top 40 singles and 19 UK top 40 albums to date in a career spanning five decades, the Stranglers are one of the longest-surviving bands to have originated in the UK punk scene.. Its been my privilege to have known and worked with him, and to have called him a friend, and Ill miss him until the end of my days. "[24] He was absent from the Stranglers' UK festival appearances and associated warm-up gigs in mid-2014. He played the full sets, which were approximately 90 minutes in length. 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Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. The most erudite of men. The most important thing for me is his health. The news was announced in a post on the band's website . He leaves wife Ava and two children, Charlotte and Anthony. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: "After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. Jet was a major part of The Stranglers' punk sound and helped to shape the British punk scene in the 1970s. Confirming the sad news of Jet Black's passing, The Stranglers wrote on Thursday night (8th December): "It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black. Formed in Guildford in 1974, The Stranglers emerged through the punk rock scene, becoming known for songs including No More Heroes, Golden Brown, Always The Sun and Peaches. "I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.". The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford group, playing on hits like Golden Brown, Peaches and No More Heroes. He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. The most erudite of men. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living . uDiscover Music is operated by Universal Music Group (UMG). The Stranglers' annual tour began in March 2013, with Black playing the second half of the opening night set, drumming on 10 songs beginning with the distinctive Genetix drum intro. A long-standing member of the influential punk outfit, Greenfield was known for his distinctive sound and playing style, using instruments such as the harpsichord and Hammond electric organ. Greenfield had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. 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After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. His . The Stranglers' keyboardist, Dave Greenfield, has died due to coronavirus-related complications at age 71. . An inspiration. He resumed his duties full-time for the bands tours in 2010 and 2011, but the following year he was taken to hospital after falling ill just before he was due on stage in Oxford. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . Its been my privilege to have known and worked with him, and to have called him a friend, and Ill miss him until the end of my days. [19] The Stranglers announced the following day that he had been taken to hospital via ambulance after feeling unwell shortly after the band's soundcheck. He owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-license called The Jackpot. Want to know what everyone in the music business is talking about. Find out more about how we use your information in our privacy policy and cookie policy. Jet Black, real name was Brian John Duffy, has died aged 84. Credit: PA. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died after "years of ill . An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. Born: August 26th, 1938. Jet Black, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford group, playing on numerous hit singles including Peaches, Golden Brown, Five Minutes, Strange Little Girl and No More Heroes, in addition to the bands legend-enshrining albums such as Rattus Norvegicus, No More Heroes, Black And White and The Raven. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, Jets charismatic charm resonated with fans who would endlessly chant his name as he took his place at the drums the band statement noted. Despite the indolent, youthful rage associated with the genre, Black a semi-professional drummer in the late 1950s and early 1960s was in fact by then a successful businessman in his mid-30s. By clicking Accept all you agree that Yahoo and our partners will process your personal information, and use technologies such as cookies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights, and product development. ", Sil Willcox, the band's manager, added: "Jet Black was the real deal. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. "Jet Black, born Brian John Duffy, passed away peacefully at home on Tue 6th Dec," read the statement. (Left to right) Dave Greenfield, Jean-Jacques Burnel, Jet Black and Hugh Cornwell of The Stranglers in 1980, The Stranglers, pictured in 1988, had seven UK top10 singles, Warning: Third party content may contain adverts. His appearances during the 2014 Ruby Anniversary tour were sporadic. A rebel with many causes.". He resumed his duties full-time for the band's tours in 2010 and 2011, but the following year he was taken to hospital after falling ill just before he was due on stage in Oxford. "He threw everything in his previous life out, to dedicate himself to our common goal. Here's why. Jet Black, the original drummer for 70s punk/new wave group The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84, the band confirmed on Thursday afternoon.The drummer, born Brian John Duffy, died peacefully at his country home in North Wales surrounded by family and friends after "years of ill health", a statement from Black's management team confirmed. Im so very sad hes gone. "Now, there were many, many problems, but my thoughts were focussed on how to solve them, not on questioning whether I had made the right decision.". As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. As a drummer in jazz bands during the '60s, Jets playing style helped shape the Stranglers unique sound., Bassist and vocalist J.J. Burnell argued that the Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. He called Black the most erudite of men and a rebel with many causes. Guitarist and vocalist Baz Warne remembered how Black took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. THE drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. "[30] In 2014, he confirmed in a newspaper interview with the Oxford Times that he did not keep in touch with Cornwell. These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend. Thu 8 Dec 2022 at 09:00. He was a force of nature. The most erudite of men. We tried that last year and I don't want him to become a freak show either. Jet Black, the drummer for punk stalwarts The Stranglers, died at the age of 84 on Dec. 6, 2022. When asked how he would like be remembered by the bands website 12 years ago, Black replied: I guess if we are actually remembered, then that will do., Your email address will not be published. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . The bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said: The welcoming committee has doubled. The most erudite of men. Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. Audiences would often chant his name as he took his place behind the kit, until he finally retired in 2015, relinquishing the drum stool to Jim Macaulay. The Stranglers formed in west Surrey in 1974 and went on to became an integral part of the riotous UK punk and new wave scenes. After original frontman Hugh Cornwell left in 1990, the band continued touring and recording. Black retired from touring and performing live with the Stranglers in 2015 due to complications from respiratory issues that had dogged him since childhood and which had caused him to take a series of health-related pauses from touring in the early and mid-200s. According to Cornwell's 2004 autobiography, when he telephoned Black to announce his resignation, the latter's response was simply "OK, fine. Black was born in Ilford, Essex. Today, the world mourns the passing of Jet Black, drummer for the legendary English punk rock group The Stranglers. He was a force of nature. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. Performing live with the band & # x27 ; s website in 2015, announcing his retirement a few later. 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