In 2007, the band announced that Black was suffering with heart issues and he took a step back from performing, being temporarily replaced by his drum technician. The Great RocknRoll Swindle: Is Pistols Soundtrack Burglary Or Bounty? Find out more about how we use your information in our privacy policy and cookie policy. Died: December 6th . Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. 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. As the elder statesmen of the group, Jet was already a successful businessman in the Guildford area when The Stranglers formed in 1974, they wrote. The Stranglers lone remaining original member, bassist/co-frontman JJ Burnel said, The welcoming committee has doubled. These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend. 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The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founding member of the group formed in Guildford, Surrey. Jet Black, the drummer for punk stalwarts The Stranglers, died at the age of 84 on Dec. 6, 2022. J. et 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 bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said: The welcoming committee has doubled. Now, there were many, many problems, but my thoughts were focused on how to solve them not on questioning whether I had made the right decision., Lifelong lung issues ultimately contributed to Blacks retirement, but not before he helped define the Stranglers' approach. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an elder statesman of British music. I'm so very sad he's gone. He was a force of nature. The most erudite of men. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living in his country home in north Wales close to his friends and family as his health issues became more debilitating. The Stranglers are an English rock band who emerged via the punk rock scene. Jet Black, drummer with The Stranglers, has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. Something I guess we all get to know in time. 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. 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. Jet Black, The Stranglers' original drummer and co-founder, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. "He hadnt been too well for a while, but when I spoke to him most recently, three weeks ago, he was laughing and wanting to hear all the news, still interested and involved. He owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-licence called The Jackpot and a home brewery. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away . The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black has died aged 84. He . 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 (they also famously clashed with members of the Clash, Sex Pistols and Ramones, as well as journalists). 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 musician, whose real name . [3] He last performed with the band in 2015, and officially retired in 2018. "Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back," he said. A statement from his representative confirmed that he passed away peacefully on Tuesday 6 December. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. He most recently lived in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, where he reportedly designed and built wooden furniture. Audiences would often chant his name as he took his place behind the kit, until he finally retired in 2015. Jet Black (real name Brian John Duffy), a founding member of The Stranglers, died peacefully at his country home in North Wales. 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. His real name was Brian John Duffy. Steve Rapport/GI. According to Cornwell's 2004 autobiography, when he telephoned Black to announce his resignation, the latter's response was simply "OK, fine. An inspiration. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. Jet Black, drummer for new-wave punk rock band The Stranglers, has died at 84 after years of health issues. Jet Black was the real deal. In September 2008, he returned to full rehearsals and began touring with the band on 13 October.[18]. Jet also owned an off licence, the upstairs apartment of which doubled as Stranglers HQ in the early days.. Before joining the band, Black was a successful businessman owning a fleet of ice cream vans, which were later used to tour the UK, and he owned an off licence the upstairs apartment of which doubled as Stranglers HQ in the early days of the band. In the mid-1980s, Black elected to cease playing acoustic drums in the recording studio and used a Simmons kit triggered by pick-ups, most notably on the Feline and Aural Sculpture albums. During the tour, he was quoted as saying: "I'll carry on until I'm incapable of doing it. . 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The group credited Black with keeping the beat on 23 top 40 singles in the UK, as well as 19 top 40 albums on the official UK charts thanks to his jazz-influenced style on such beloved hits as Golden Brown, Patches and No More Heroes. Just years after forming, the band became a vital part of the UK punk and new wave scenes, making their bones supporting American punks such as the Ramones and Patti Smith on their UK tours. These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend., Black admitted to having had one unrealized ambition, which was to do a collaborative thing with a brass band, just because the whole idea sounds nuts. In the end, however, he stood proud of the Stranglers' legacy: Whether they like us or hate us, they cant say we never succeeded.. 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. Together, we toured the globe endlessly and it . A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday December 6. Their hits included Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown, which won the band an Ivor Novello award, while their third album, Black and White, from 1978, is still considered to be the first post-punk album. PA Media. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. 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. Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. 3 min read. When asked how he would like be remembered by the band's website in 2010, Black replied: "I guess if we are actually remembered, then that will do.". 2023 BBC. An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015 after suffering respiratory health issues since he was a child. [9], His style was usually simple and jazz-influenced,[10] although "Duchess" and "Down in the Sewer" are examples of Stranglers songs that feature more frantic drumming. "Jet Black passed away peacefully at home on Tue 6th Dec," the . According to Cornwell's autobiography, when he phoned Black to announce his resignation, the drummer's response was simply "OK, fine". Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. . The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black has died aged 84. Black was a . Baz Warne, The Stranglers' guitarist, said: "I loved Jet. He was again replaced by Barnard during the gig. Born Brian John Duffy, Black died at his home in Wales following years of ill health. The Stranglers musician has died at the age of 71 after contracting coronavirus. Thursday 8 December 2022, 5:47pm. "[22] However, bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said during the same period: "When he can [no] longer contribute and I don't think that's long then there will be no more Stranglers." The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living in his country home in north Wales close to his friends and family as his health issues became more debilitating. Supporting US punk stars the Ramones and Patti Smith at their UK gigs, The Stranglers' musical virtuosity set them apart from the more DIY aesthetic of their peers. He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after years of ill health at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. [30], Black had no contact with former Stranglers singer Hugh Cornwell after he left the band in 1990. Jet Black, drummer with 'The Stranglers', has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. According to Cornwell's autobiography, when he phoned Black to announce his resignation, the drummer's response was simply "OK, fine.". Say hi to Dave for me. The bands former keyboardist/vocalist, Dave Greenfield, died in 2020. On 12 March 2012, Black was taken to hospital after "falling ill" shortly before a Stranglers concert at the O2 Academy Oxford. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. As the elder statesmen of the group, Jet was already a successful businessman in the Guildford area when the Stranglers formed in 1974, the Stranglers said in an official statement on Thursday. During early dates on the tour, he relieved The Stranglers' touring drummer Jim Macaulay mid-set, playing approximately four songs including "Genetix". A rebel with many causes.. He last performed with them in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The drummer, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was one of the key members of The Stranglers as he was present when the . Thank you for so many classics pic.twitter.com/bp820x0VvZ, Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry. The Stranglers ' founding drummer Jet Black has died at the age of 84. 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. Formed as the Guildford Stranglers in Guildford, Surrey, in early 1974, they originally built a following within the mid-1970s . Photograph: PA. Adam Sweeting. A leading light of the mid '70s to early '80s musical . 3-min read. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living in his country home in North Wales close to his friends and family as his health issues b. We tried that last year and I don't want him to become a freak show either. The Stranglers' success was founded on his determination and drive. He also crafted bespoke furniture and designed a patented bass drum pedal. During his varied career, he wrote two books that documented The Stranglers infamous 1980 arrest in Nice, France after allegedly inciting a riot, and has also been remembered for his skill in crafting bespoke furniture, designing a patented bass drum pedal. 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. His appearances during the 2014 Ruby Anniversary tour were sporadic. 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. Today, the world mourns the passing of Jet Black, drummer for the legendary English punk rock group The Stranglers. During the Stranglers' 2010 and 2011 UK tours, Black performed at every gig. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. His . Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been . English keyboardist, singer and songwriter Dave Greenfield died on Sunday as a result of complications of the coronavirus.He was 71. After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back, he said. "He threw everything in his previous life out, to dedicate himself to our common goal. Greenfield, originally from Brighton, died on the evening of 3 May. December 8, 2022, 12:00 PM. Jet Black is pictured in a Jan. 30, 2014 file photo. 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In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday 6 December at his country home in Wales. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . Black did not feature at some subsequent gigs, but played half of the band's set at others where stage space would allow for the positioning of two drum kits. Jet, whose real name was Brian Duffy, was born in London in 1947. I know a lot of the old fans say it's not the same without Jet, and they're absolutely right but there comes a time when you have to ask yourself a simple question; do you want to see The Stranglers without Jet or just accept that you'll never see them again?"[25]. See the bands tweet and other tributes below. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Black was a founding member of The Stranglers, who formed in Guildford in 1974, and his playing style helped them achieve their unique sound achieving 23 top 40 singles and 19 top 40 albums, according to the official UK charts. The Stranglers release the sad news that their original drummer, Jet Black, has passed away at the age of 84. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. Get in touch with us at [email protected] or call us direct at 0207 29 33033. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Dave Greenfield has died of complications due to the coronavirus. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living in his country home in North Wales close to his friends and family . An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. By. As young punks we saw them play many times. A woman threw a house party with 65 men she matched with on Tinder and Hinge and connected with the man she's been dating for a year. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living . Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges. For the latest music news and exclusive features, check out uDiscover Music. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Physically he is in not a good place at all. An inspiration. According to Cornwells autobiography, when he phoned Black to announce his resignation, the drummers response was simply OK, fine.. He returned to playing with the band in June, but it was at this time that he retired from performing outside of the United Kingdom due to health issues associated with lengthy travel. Celeb obsessed? Photo by Getty Images / Bang Showbiz. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. The most erudite of men. In the early days, the Stranglers used one of the vans as a tour bus and his shop as their headquarters. Jean-Jacques Burnel confirmed, in a December 2015 interview, that Black would not take part in the band's 2016 tour. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. [11], Black said he was particularly fond of The Raven album because it was "the first time the Stranglers got major critical approval in the newspapers. 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 . He died "peacefully" after "years of ill health" on December 6, 2022. Jet Black, the original drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. 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. Fond adieu, fly straight JB.xRead more: https://t.co/vz0RJDme7X pic.twitter.com/XLrcgoCkxr. The bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said "The welcoming committee has doubled. He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. During Black's absences, his temporary replacement was his full-time drum technician Ian Barnard (born 1983). Bookmark. The most erudite of men. 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"The welcoming committee has doubled," Burnel said. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. Black's departure from the band was officially confirmed in 2018 at the age of 79. His death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. Im so very sad hes gone., Warne said he last spoke to Black just three weeks ago, and he was laughing and wanting to hear all the news, still interested and involved. 3. All Rights Reserved. [6] This establishment was the base for the early Stranglers. "Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back," he said. Jet was always the solid foundation of the band. 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