The Stranglers are an English rock band who emerged via the punk rock scene. Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with many causes". 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. 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. Alive forever under the opening moments of Sexy Beast. Black leaves wife Ava and children Charlotte and Anthony. 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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. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. 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. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 6 December. The drummer played on all the bands legendary hits including Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown.. The musician . Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. 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 Stranglers ' drummer and founding member Jet Black has died at the age of 84. 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. 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 . Photograph: PA. Adam Sweeting. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living . A leading light of the mid '70s to early '80s musical . A leading light of the mid 70s to early 80s musical movement, Black retired from performing in 2015 as a result of ill health, then retired completely three years later. Isabel Oakeshott: Why I leaked minister's messages. 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). He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. During the Stranglers' 2010 and 2011 UK tours, Black performed at every gig. Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges. Jet Black was a drummer for jazz bands in the 1960s (Picture: L J Van Houten . The Stranglers drummer Jet Black, who performed with the band until 2015, has died aged 84 at his home in Wales. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. "Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back," he said. We tried that last year and I don't want him to become a freak show either. 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. Black's death comes two years after The Stranglers' keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. Baz Warne, The Strangers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. 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. 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 after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. 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. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. 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 founding member of iconic British . 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'. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed. Your email address will not be published. The Stranglers drummer added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. Greenfield, originally from Brighton, had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. In mid-2008, he was again absent from several Stranglers gigs. 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. Jet Black, drummer of the band The Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative has confirmed. [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. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away peacefully on Tuesday 6 December at his country home in Wales. 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 drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. He was the Jet force that powered the band's determination to get heard and get noticed. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. 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. During early dates on the tour, he relieved The Stranglers' touring drummer Jim Macaulay mid-set, playing approximately four songs including "Genetix". 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. [29], His second wife, Helena, left him following several arguments over the Stranglers rehearsing in their home during the early days of the band. Mark Holloway, Getty Images. Thursday 8 December 2022, 5:47pm. He was a force of nature, an inspiration. 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. He also owned an off licence, the upstairs flat doubling as Stranglers HQ in their early days. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed.. [30], Black had no contact with former Stranglers singer Hugh Cornwell after he left the band in 1990. Photo by Getty Images / Bang Showbiz. ", Adding: "The Stranglers success was founded on his determination and drive His timing was faultless.". Rest in peace big man.. Something I guess we all get to know in time. 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. Fond adieu, fly straight JB., In a lengthy tribute, the band said that Black (born Brian John Duffy on Aug. 26, 1938 in Essex, England) died on Tuesday (Dec. 6) of unspecified causes. "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 was 71. Jet Black, drummer and a founding member of English punk rock band the Stranglers, died Tuesday at his home in North Wales. 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. A statement from his representative confirmed that he passed away peacefully on Tuesday 6 December. Black's departure from the band was officially confirmed in 2018 at the age of 79. A rebel with many causes., Baz Warne, the Stranglers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. 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. 1974-2018. ", Drummer Jet Black: "We on a mission to break all the rules". 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