He owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-license called The Jackpot. 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. An inspiration. Jet Black was a drummer for jazz bands in the 1960s (Picture: L J Van Houten . The rock and roller, who was the keyboardist for the English band The Stranglers, died on Sunday, the BBC reports . An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. The Stranglers drummer added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. 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 . The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black who played on band's hits Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown dies aged 84. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. 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. 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Greenfield had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. An inspiration. 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.. As young punks we saw them play many times. 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. 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. 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.". 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. The most erudite of men. A rebel with many causes.". Musician. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. Black was a . However, these appearances were limited to venues which had stages large enough for two drum kits. [30], Black had no contact with former Stranglers singer Hugh Cornwell after he left the band in 1990. A rebel with many causes. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. 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. In the early days, the Stranglers used one of the vans as a tour bus and his shop as their headquarters. There was no turning back, Black told the Stranglers' website in 2010. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Jet Black was the real deal. Jean-Jacques Burnel confirmed, in a December 2015 interview, that Black would not take part in the band's 2016 tour. He also crafted bespoke furniture and designed a patented bass drum pedal. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy . Formed as the Guildford Stranglers in Guildford, Surrey, in early 1974, they originally built a following within the mid-1970s . Born: August 26th, 1938. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. He's a massive hard worker and he's never shirked away from anything but with the best will in the world you just can't cheat old age. Greenfield, originally from Brighton, died on the evening of 3 May. 08 December 2022. 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, the original drummer for 1970s and 80s punks The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band has confirmed. He also owned an off licence, the upstairs flat doubling as Stranglers HQ in their early days. The Stranglers musician has died at the age of 71 after contracting coronavirus. The most erudite of men. Black performed with the Stranglers until 2015, with his retirement confirmed by 2018. By. Say hi to Dave for me. The bands former keyboardist/vocalist, Dave Greenfield, died in 2020. Bookmark. Black retired from performing live with the Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. Jet Black, the drummer for punk stalwarts The Stranglers, died at the age of 84 on Dec. 6, 2022. ", Adding: "The Stranglers success was founded on his determination and drive His timing was faultless.". Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. 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. During early dates on the tour, he relieved The Stranglers' touring drummer Jim Macaulay mid-set, playing approximately four songs including "Genetix". It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black. 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' drummer Jet Black has died aged 84. His real name was Brian John Duffy. . 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. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. I am going to have to stop one day, but I expect the band will carry on. 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. 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. "The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. Black's death comes two years after The Stranglers' keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. 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. "[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. 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. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. He was 71. 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 original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. [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 death of The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black has been confirmed by the band. 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. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: "After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. According to Cornwells autobiography, when he phoned Black to announce his resignation, the drummers response was simply OK, fine.. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. Thursday 8 December 2022, 5:47pm. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. His death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded . 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. As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. Today, the world mourns the passing of Jet Black, drummer for the legendary English punk rock group The Stranglers. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . Thu 8 Dec 2022 at 09:00. 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 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. Tue Dec 13 2022 - 10:44. The bands bassist, Jean-Jacques Burnel, said The welcoming committee has doubled. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015 after suffering respiratory health issues since he was a child. His appearances during the 2014 Ruby Anniversary tour were sporadic. [32][33] Reacting to the news, Cornwell said: "We shared a special period of our lives when we strived to become professional musicians. Yesterday Once More: The Masterful Best Of The Carpenters, All Eyez On Me: 2Pacs Poignant And Seminal 1996 Milestone, MCMXC A.D.: The Electronic Phenomenon Of Michael Cretu And Enigma, Pretzel Logic: Superior Reasoning And Superb Production By Steely Dan, Shut Down Volume 2: The Beach Boys Keep An Eye On Summer, How Abbey Road Studios and The Beatles Changed Each Other, Best Velvet Underground Songs: 20 Tracks That Dare You To Think Differently, Keith Urban, Maggie Rogers, Tim McGraw, And More Set For March Madness Music Fest, The Weeknds Live At SoFi Stadium To Be Released As Live Album, Madison Cunningham Releases All Ive Ever Known Vevo Session, 6LACK Announces Since I Have A Lover, Shares Title Track, Boygenius Returns With New Single Not Strong Enough. 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. I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.". 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. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black. 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. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. 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 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 . 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. He had been living in his country home in North Wales close to his friends and family as his health issues became more debilitating. Jet Black, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, died 'peacefully' on Tuesday He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. Jet Black, aka Brian John Duffy, drummer for The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band confirmed in a statement on its website. During Black's absences, his temporary replacement was his full-time drum technician Ian Barnard (born 1983). [3] He last performed with the band in 2015, and officially retired in 2018.[4]. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. When present, his playing was restricted to the encore only. 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 bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said: The welcoming committee has doubled. Jet Black, drummer with The Stranglers, has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. Jet Black is pictured in a Jan. 30, 2014 file photo. 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. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. He . Jet Black (real name Brian John Duffy), a founding member of The Stranglers, died peacefully at his country home in North Wales. His . He was a force of nature. "I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. Blacks death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. 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. The backbone of The Stranglers' rhythm.Rest in peace Jet Black, drummer and co-founder of pivotal proto-punk band The Stranglers. He was again replaced by Barnard during the gig. For it is in his unreleting, granite spirit that the band existed. VideoIsabel Oakeshott: Why I leaked minister's messages, How 10% of Nigerian registered voters delivered victory, Sake brewers toast big rise in global sales, The Indian-American CEO who wants to be US president, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip. The drummer, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was one of the key members of The Stranglers as he was present when the . In astatement,hisrepresentativeconfirmedthe musician hadpassedaway"peacefully"onTuesday 6 December at his country home in Wales. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. 3-min read. Greenfield, originally from Brighton, died on the evening of May 3 2020, and had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. 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. Chelsea Hotel: Memories Of Nico, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Nash, And More, Shania Twain Tells Bjrn Ulvaeus Of Her Love Of ABBA, Possibility Of Musical, Metallica Shares New Single If Darkness Had A Son, Taylor Swift Unveils Through The Eras Merch Collection, Come As You Are: The Story Behind The Nirvana Song, Glen Campbell, Shaggy, And Lil Wayne: Currently Trending Songs, Weighty In The Eighties: When Prog Rock Went Pop. The Stranglers lone remaining original member, bassist/co-frontman JJ Burnel said, The welcoming committee has doubled. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Jet was a major part of The Stranglers' punk sound and helped to shape the British punk scene in the 1970s. Black was born in Ilford, Essex. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He played the full sets, which were approximately 90 minutes in length. 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. 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). Steve Rapport/Getty Images. He was a force of nature. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. 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. Jet Black, drummer with 'The Stranglers', has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield has died at the age of 71 after testing positive for Covid-19. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. Together, we toured the globe endlessly and it . An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. In addition to his steady-on drumming, Black also wrote two books about the bands notorious 1980 arrest in Nice, France for allegedly inciting a riot, 1981s Much Ado About Nothing and 2010s Seven Days in Nice. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed. . As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. 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. Died: December 6th . Read about our approach to external linking. Before joining the band, Black was a successful businessman who owned 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. 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. The Stranglers (left to right) in 1980: Dave Greenfield, Hugh Cornwell, Jean-Jacques Burnel and Jet Black. 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. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. Im so very sad hes gone., Sil Willcox, the bands manager, said: He was the Jet force that launched the Stranglers. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: "After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. ", Sil Willcox, the band's manager, added: "Jet Black was the real deal. "I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. He was a force of nature. in the early days., Black never regretted abandoning his business career to go into music. 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. A rebel with many causes., Baz Warne, the Stranglers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away . He remarked that Black was "on oxygen" even after drumming on slower numbers like "Golden Brown". [31], Black died from respiratory problems at his home in Wales on 6 December 2022, at the age of 84. Drummer Jet Black 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. 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. Dark Matters is het achttiende studioalbum van de Britse rockband The Stranglers, uitgebracht op 10 september 2021 via Coursegood.Het bevat het spel van toetsenist Dave Greenfield, die in 2020 stierf.Het is ook het eerste studioalbum dat is opgenomen zonder drummer Jet Black op te richten, die in 2015 stopte met optreden met de band. 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. 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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. The most erudite of men. The punk band's co-founder retired from performing in 2015 due to health issues. 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"The welcoming committee has doubled," Burnel said. Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. Safe travels man pic.twitter.com/TidrvGn8TZ, The Stranglers drummer Jet Black dies after years of ill health aged 84 | Music | The Guardian https://t.co/yKhNUfZGlS, Pre-post-everything band now half gone. RIP Jet Black drummer and co founder of The Stranglers. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 6 December. The most erudite of men. 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. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday December 6. 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. "[24] He was absent from the Stranglers' UK festival appearances and associated warm-up gigs in mid-2014. An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. He owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-licence called The Jackpot and a home brewery. Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. "[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. 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. 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. The musician, whose real name . 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. According to Cornwell's 2004 autobiography, when he telephoned Black to announce his resignation, the latter's response was simply "OK, fine. Black leaves behind his wife, Ava, and his two children, Charlotte and Anthony. 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