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. 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. He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. He had suffered "years of ill health", Burnel added, and passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday, his representative confirmed. I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. He was a force of nature. 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Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with many causes". Jet, whose real name was Brian Duffy, was born in London in 1947. 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 astatement,hisrepresentativeconfirmedthe musician hadpassedaway"peacefully"onTuesday 6 December at his country home in Wales. The musician, who had suffered respiratory issues since childhood, began to restrict his live work to the UK, although he vowed to carry on until Im incapable of doing it.. 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"Jet Black, born Brian John Duffy, passed away peacefully at home on Tue 6th Dec," read the statement. The most erudite of men. Visit Billboard Pro for music business news, Polar Bear Not Sweating Getting Frozen Out of Masked Singer: By Far the Weirdest Thing Ive EverDone, Justin Bieber Appears to Cancel All Remaining Justice TourDates, Lil Nas X, Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Little Big Town to Play 2023 NCAA March Madness MusicFest. The backbone of The Stranglers' rhythm.Rest in peace Jet Black, drummer and co-founder of pivotal proto-punk band The Stranglers. Born Brian John Duffy, Black died at his home in Wales following years of ill health. The death of The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black has been confirmed by the band. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 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. 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. In an interview with BBC Breakfast on 30 January, he said: "I've had a bit of trouble but I'm still playing gigs". Speaking to the bands official website in a 2010 interview, Black said he never doubted the decision to shift his focus away from business and back into music. Im so very sad hes gone. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. uDiscover Music is operated by Universal Music Group (UMG). These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. A rebel with many causes., Baz Warne, the Stranglers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. Black leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. 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 . In a statement, the bands official Twitter account called him an elder statesman of British music. He was there at the beginning - the dissatisfied former jazz drummer with the Guildford off licence, who wanted one last crack of the . [4], In 2008, an online petition on the British Government website campaigning for him to be included in the next list of honours attracted 477 signatures and was mentioned in the national press. Jean-Jacques Burnel said ahead of the band's Leeds gig: "He's had a few health problems in recent years, but hes really up for the tour, although he probably wont be at every gig, or doing the full set."[21]. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. An inspiration. Jet Black, aka Brian John Duffy, drummer for The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band confirmed in a statement on its website. His real name was Brian John Duffy. 2023 Billboard Media, LLC. 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. Greenfield had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. Supporting US punk stars the Ramones and Patti Smith at their earliest UK gigs, The Strangers' musical virtuosity set them apart from the more DIY aesthetic of their peers. 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. Rest in peace big man.. "I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. December 8, 2022, 12:00 PM. 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 . Jet owned a fleet of ice cream vans one of which, as many fans will fondly remember, was used to tour the U.K. in the early years. 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. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black who played on band's hits Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown dies aged 84. After original frontman Hugh Cornwell left in 1990, the band continued touring and recording. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away . He passed away peacefully at his home on December 6th, 2022. Im so very sad hes gone. The Stranglers release the sad news that their original drummer, Jet Black, has passed away at the age of 84. The Stranglers drummer added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. 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. "[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." Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, his charismatic charm resonated with fans who would endlessly chant his name as he took his place at the drums, a statement said. Baz Warne, The Strangers guitarist, said: "I loved Jet. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded . As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. "Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. 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. He became a full-time professional musician in the mid-1970s and met Hugh Cornwell of the band Johnny Sox after reading an advertisement in the Melody Maker magazine. Dave Greenfield, The Stranglers' keyboard player, died in May 2020 after testing positive for coronavirus. 3-min read. [32][33] Reacting to the news, Cornwell said: "We shared a special period of our lives when we strived to become professional musicians. Jet Black, The Stranglers' original drummer and co-founder, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. 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. We were immediately drawn to one another, he had a singular sense of purpose that I identified with. Sil Willcox, the band's manager, added: "Jet Black was the real deal. Thu 8 Dec 2022 at 09:00. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. The musician, whose . 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.". "Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back," he said. Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. As young punks we saw them play many times. Born: August 26th, 1938. . 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. Jet Black, drummer for new-wave punk rock band The Stranglers, has died at 84 after years of health issues. "We've developed a style of music that is very aggressive and exciting. Jet was always the solid foundation of the band. Bookmark. Dave Greenfield has died of complications due to the coronavirus. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Jet Black (top right) with The Stranglers in 1980 - Photo: Michael Putland/Hulton Archives/Getty Images, Best Female Bassists: An Essential Top 25 Countdown. Jet Black, drummer and a founding member of English punk rock band the Stranglers, died Tuesday at his home in North Wales. During early dates on the tour, he relieved The Stranglers' touring drummer Jim Macaulay mid-set, playing approximately four songs including "Genetix". Black performed with the Stranglers until 2015, with his retirement confirmed by 2018. Here's why. During the tour, he was quoted as saying: "I'll carry on until I'm incapable of doing it. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 6 December. Say hi to Dave for me. The bands former keyboardist/vocalist, Dave Greenfield, died in 2020. The drummer played on all the bands legendary hits including Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown.. 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 . He was a force of nature. A leading light of the mid '70s to early '80s musical . Mark Holloway, Getty Images. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. [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. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy . He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed.. Jean-Jacques Burnel confirmed, in a December 2015 interview, that Black would not take part in the band's 2016 tour. He was a force of nature, an inspiration. He was a force of nature, an inspiration. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. Black's death comes two years after The Stranglers' keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. He was a successful businessman up until the mid-1970s, owning a fleet of ice cream vans,[5] and an off-licence in Guildford, called 'The Jackpot'. Fond adieu, fly straight JB.xRead more: https://t.co/vz0RJDme7X pic.twitter.com/XLrcgoCkxr, RIP Jet Black x pic.twitter.com/K307U1L6xp, JBs make the best drummers. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an elder statesman of British music. The most important thing for me is his health. The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founding member of the group formed in Guildford, Surrey. 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. 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"[26] Although he did not play with the band during their 2016 Black and White album tour, he continued to travel with the band, signing vinyl editions of the band's 1978 album, which were sold at gigs. For the latest music news and exclusive features, check out uDiscover Music. He was a force of nature. 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. . [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. "It is with heavy hearts . The bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said "The welcoming committee has doubled. 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 Stranglers drummer Jet Black has died "He was a force of nature" By Damian . The Stranglers' keyboardist, Dave Greenfield, has died due to coronavirus-related complications at age 71. . The musician, who had suffered respiratory issues since childhood, began to restrict his live work to the UK, although he vowed to "carry on until I'm incapable of doing it". Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: "After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. 2023 BBC. John Bonham, Jon Brookes.Bidding farewell to Jet Black. He owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-licence called The Jackpot and a home brewery. "It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing . 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. Black leaves wife Ava and children Charlotte and Anthony. 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"He threw everything in his previous life out, to dedicate himself to our common goal. 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 died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. 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.". He . In the early days, the Stranglers used one of the vans as a tour bus and his shop as their headquarters. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. On 12 March 2012, Black was taken to hospital after "falling ill" shortly before a Stranglers concert at the O2 Academy Oxford. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. His appearances during the 2014 Ruby Anniversary tour were sporadic. He told Classic Rock Magazine that he has given us his blessing to carry on without him, he's sort of ready to hand over the baton to Jim, our new drummer who's been really welcomed by the fans. And typically for a band that was built around a relentless spirit we are here today to celebrate the 80th birthday of their drummer Jet Black. In 1980, in Nice in the south of France, the Stranglers were arrested after allegedly inciting a riot, and Black wrote two books documenting what happened. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . "[34], "August Birthdays And Deaths, Musician Birthdates, Celebrity Deaths", "The Stranglers: All the things we did that were frowned upon in the past now seem like badges of honour", TRIBUTE THE STRANGLERS: The stranglers' timeline. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. Jet Black, drummer with 'The Stranglers', has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. 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. Audiences would often chant his name as he took his place behind the kit, until he finally retired in 2015. An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. He'd been living near friends and family in North Wales . I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. The musician . 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. Celeb obsessed? The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. 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 The Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84. 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. A rebel with many causes.". 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. "Dave was a complete natural in music. 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. Jet Black is pictured in a Jan. 30, 2014 file photo. Tue Dec 13 2022 - 10:44. 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. 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., Stranglers manager Sil Wilcox also described Black as the real deal, astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. Photo Credit: The Stranglers website. THE drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. 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. The musician, whose real name . 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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Photo by Getty Images / Bang Showbiz. The Stranglers most-loved tracks include 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. 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 min read. 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. 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. He was 84. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. Sil Willcox, the bands manager, said: He was the Jet force that launched The Stranglers. "[27], A promotional image released for the band's 2017 'Classics Collection' tour did not feature Black,[28] and marked drummer Jim Macaulay's appearance in such an image for the first time. Jet Black, the original drummer for 1970s and 80s punks The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band has confirmed. Formed as the Guildford Stranglers in Guildford, Surrey, in early 1974, they originally built a following within the mid-1970s . The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black, real name Brian John Duffy, has died aged 84 following 'years of ill health', his representatives have announced. 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. Do you have a story to sell? After original frontman Hugh Cornwell left in 1990, the band continued touring and recording. 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. Greenfield died on Sunday having contracted the virus after a prolonged stay in . The Stranglers ' drummer and founding member Jet Black has died at the age of 84. According to Cornwell's autobiography, when he phoned Black to announce his resignation, the drummer's response was simply "OK, fine". Together, we toured the globe endlessly and it . Instrument (s) Drums. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. 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. The rock and roller, who was the keyboardist for the English band The Stranglers, died on Sunday, the BBC reports . Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. 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. 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. His death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. 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). A rebel with many causes.". In mid-2008, he was again absent from several Stranglers gigs. 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, achieving 23 top 40 singles and 19 top 40 albums. Steve Rapport/Getty Images. "[24] He was absent from the Stranglers' UK festival appearances and associated warm-up gigs in mid-2014. Drummer Jet Black added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. [29], His second wife, Helena, left him following several arguments over the Stranglers rehearsing in their home during the early days of the band. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. The most erudite of men. 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. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. The musician was best known as the keyboardist for U.K. punk . [6] This establishment was the base for the early Stranglers. The Stranglers drummer Jet Black, who performed with the band until 2015, has died aged 84 at his home in Wales. Black was born in Ilford, Essex. "[12], He wrote a short book, Much Ado About Nothing, which detailed the riots in France which were blamed on The Stranglers' presence in 1981, and also wrote a book in 2010 titled Seven Days in Nice about the same subject. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. 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