A rebel with many causes.". In the early days, the Stranglers used one of the vans as a tour bus and his shop as their headquarters. In the early days, the Stranglers used one of the vans as a tour bus and his shop as their headquarters. An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. Jet Black, aka Brian John Duffy, drummer for The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band confirmed in a statement on its website. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. 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. "[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." Say hi to Dave for me. The bands former keyboardist/vocalist, Dave Greenfield, died in 2020. 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. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an elder statesman of British music. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed.. 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. "[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. In a statement, the bands official Twitter account called him an elder statesman of British music. Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. Here's why. Fond adieu, fly straight JB.xRead more: https://t.co/vz0RJDme7X pic.twitter.com/XLrcgoCkxr. The Great RocknRoll Swindle: Is Pistols Soundtrack Burglary Or Bounty? The musician, whose real . He also owned an off licence, the upstairs flat doubling as Stranglers HQ in their early days. "The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. "He hadn't been too well for a while," bandmate Baz Warne explained, in a statement, "but when I spoke to him most recently, three weeks ago, he was laughing and wanting to hear all the newsstill interested and involved. 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. 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 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. He . He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. [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 passed away on Tuesday December 6, His real name was Brian John Duffy (left), His agent announced the heartbreaking news tonight, TOWIE'S Mario Falcone reveals his wife is pregnant again after her tragic miscarriage, Star Wars actor John Boyega returns to his roots to inspire South London youth, Celine Dion diagnosed with rare incurable disease that's turning her into a 'human statue', Strictly's Nadiya says it's 'incredible' Larry Lamb is able to dance after ill health, Girls Aloud support Nicola Roberts at Strictly Special in behind-the-scenes snap. Born Brian John Duffy, Black died at his home in Wales following years of ill health. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. Something went wrong, please try again later. 08 December 2022. Jet also owned an off licence, the upstairs apartment of which doubled as Stranglers HQ in the early days.. Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after years of ill health at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. 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 . 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. 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. Sil Willcox, the bands manager, said: He was the Jet force that launched The Stranglers. He last performed with them in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. In January 2015, Stranglers guitarist Baz Warne told the Louder Than War website: "Jet will do what he can when he can. Speaking to the band's official website in a 2010 interview, Black said he never doubted the decision to shift his focus away from business and back into music. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. 2023 BBC. For it is in his unreleting, granite spirit that the band existed. The backbone of The Stranglers' rhythm.Rest in peace Jet Black, drummer and co-founder of pivotal proto-punk band The Stranglers. RIP Jet Black https://t.co/xULd9ZE0jq. The drummer, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was one of the key members of The Stranglers as he was present when the . 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'. 1974-2018. "I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. Blacks death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. The news was announced in a post on the band's website . When present, his playing was restricted to the encore only. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. There was no turning back, Black told the Stranglers' website in 2010. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Black leaves behind his wife, Ava, and his two children, Charlotte and Anthony. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black has died aged 84. 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. In mid-2008, he was again absent from several Stranglers gigs. [7][8] He was also the owner of one of the earliest home brewing equipment companies, at a time when home brewing was in vogue. An inspiration. Jet, whose real name was Brian Duffy, was born in London in 1947. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. The most erudite of men. He owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-license called The Jackpot. 3 min read. [6] This establishment was the base for the early Stranglers. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. His death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back, he said. An inspiration. The musician was best known as the keyboardist for U.K. punk . 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. 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. See the bands tweet and other tributes below. 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, they wrote. We tried that last year and I don't want him to become a freak show either. 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. 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.". He was again replaced by Barnard during the gig. He was a force of nature, an inspiration. 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. A rebel with many causes. An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. Mark Holloway, Getty Images. Dave Greenfield has died of complications due to the coronavirus. Before joining the band, Black, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was in business, owning a fleet of ice cream vans which were later used to tour the UK. 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. 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. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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. "A founding member of iconic British . 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. The drummer played on all the bands legendary hits including Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown.. He was 84. The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founder member of 'The Stranglers' and played on . His representative confirmed he had passed away peacefully on Tuesday (December 6) after he moved into his country home in Wales as his health worsened. 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 remarked that Black was "on oxygen" even after drumming on slower numbers like "Golden Brown". THE drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. December 8, 2022, 12:00 PM. He was a force of nature, an inspiration. 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 musician . The most erudite of men. An inspiration. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded . The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was a founding member of the band and played on their hits including Peaches. The most erudite of men. 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. 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]. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. He played the full sets, which were approximately 90 minutes in length. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. Alive forever under the opening moments of Sexy Beast. 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. 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. Subscribe to our daily newsletter! Stranglers keyboard player dies with coronavirus, Angry protests erupt over Greek rail disaster, Messages reveal battle over UK Covid policy, Isabel Oakeshott: Why I leaked minister's messages. [13], During a long career in music, Black, like many other drummers, became aware of certain practical limitations inherent in the basic kit design and set about addressing the issue in the form of the now patented 'Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal'. Black passed on Tuesday at home in Wales. He died "peacefully" after "years of ill health" on December 6, 2022. In astatement,hisrepresentativeconfirmedthe musician hadpassedaway"peacefully"onTuesday 6 December at his country home in Wales. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed. 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. Jet Black, a founding member of the punk rock band The Stranglers, has died 'peacefully' at the age of 84. . He was 71. However, these appearances were limited to venues which had stages large enough for two drum kits. Jet Black, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, died 'peacefully' on Tuesday # x27 ; on that last year and I do n't want him to become a show. 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