Jet Black was the real deal. Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. "Jet Black passed away peacefully at home on Tue 6th Dec," the . Stoney: How Post Malone Forged His Musical Identity, Moneybagg Yo Returns With New Single Quickie, Bree Runway Recruits Stormzy For Heartfelt Single Pick Your Poison, 'Mandalorian' star Pedro Pascal, creators on new Grogu revelations and 'Last of Us' comparisons, Saved by the bell: Contestant ordered to keep mask on, in historic 'Masked Singer' first, Chris Pine admits 'it does look' like Harry Styles spit on him but this is what actually happened, Rebel Wilson 'collapsed' after Ramona Agruma proposal: 'I was so overwhelmed', Amy Grant recalls being 'so scared' to return to touring following serious bike accident. Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with . Born Brian John Duffy, Black died at his home in Wales following years of ill health. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. Thu 8 Dec 2022 at 09:00. Mark Holloway, Getty Images. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. The news was announced in a post on the band's website . See the bands tweet and other tributes below. Black retired from performing live with the Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. The Stranglers musician has died at the age of 71 after contracting coronavirus. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. 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 . On Thursday, Cornwell paid tribute to Black, noting how they had "shared a special period" of their lives together, achieving their dreams of becoming musicians. Shortly after his 78th birthday, Black said: "You find you just can't do some of the stuff you used to, and so the past seems so much more agreeable than the future ever could be. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. 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. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. "I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. A rebel with many causes. Photograph: PA. Adam Sweeting. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded . His death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. All Rights Reserved. Im so very sad hes gone. 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. Jet Black was the real deal.". The Stranglers' success was founded on his determination and drive. Steve Rapport/GI. In an interview with BBC Breakfast on 30 January, he said: "I've had a bit of trouble but I'm still playing gigs". In January 2015, Stranglers guitarist Baz Warne told the Louder Than War website: "Jet will do what he can when he can. He had also by this time completely refrained from travelling outside of the UK with the band. The Stranglers ' drummer and founding member Jet Black has died at the age of 84. Jet, whose real name was Brian Duffy, was born in London in 1947. . Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015 after suffering respiratory health issues since he was a child. Sil Willcox, the bands manager, said: "He was the Jet force that launched The Stranglers. 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 was a force of nature, an inspiration. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. 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. According to Cornwell's autobiography, when he phoned Black to announce his resignation, the drummer's response was simply "OK, fine". It was confirmed that the illness was a "severe chest infection" but that Black intended to rejoin the tour when he was "fit and able";[20] however, he did not rejoin the tour due to a slow recovery. 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 a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away . Say hi to Dave for me. The bands former keyboardist/vocalist, Dave Greenfield, died in 2020. 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. 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. 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. 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. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 6 December. 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 owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-licence called The Jackpot and a home brewery. Greenfield had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. For the latest music news and exclusive features, check out uDiscover Music. THE drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. 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. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black, real name Brian John Duffy, has died aged 84 following 'years of ill health', his representatives have announced. 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. The musician was best known as the keyboardist for U.K. punk . 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. [30], Black had no contact with former Stranglers singer Hugh Cornwell after he left the band in 1990. The most erudite of men. in the early days., Black never regretted abandoning his business career to go into music. Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. Jet Black, a founding member of the punk rock band The Stranglers, has died 'peacefully' at the age of 84. . 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. The Stranglers drummer Jet Black has died "He was a force of nature" By Damian . Fond adieu, fly straight JB.xRead more: https://t.co/vz0RJDme7X pic.twitter.com/XLrcgoCkxr. 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. 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.". After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. THE drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. 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. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. Your email address will not be published. The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founder member of 'The Stranglers' and played on . Formed as the Guildford Stranglers in Guildford, Surrey, in early 1974, they originally built a following within the mid-1970s . These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend. Jet Black, drummer for new-wave punk rock band The Stranglers, has died at 84 after years of health issues. 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. He most recently lived in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, where he reportedly designed and built wooden furniture. Steve Rapport/Getty Images. If he can live a bit longer then that's a great thing. Several news outlets released their estimates of Jet Black's net worth upon his death, with one website saying it was around $1.5 million while another claimed it to be $10 million. "Now, there were many, many problems, but my thoughts were focussed on how to solve them, not on questioning whether I had made the right decision.". He was 71. Stranglers Keyboardist Dave Greenfield Dies of COVID-19, Paul Stanley Wishes Kiss Had Treated Eric Carr More Sensitively, Stephen Stills Announces New Album, Live at Berkeley 1971, Listen to Metallicas New Song If Darkness Had a Son, Brian May Says Bohemian Rhapsody Sequel is Tempting, Kiss Announces Final Dates for End of the Road Farewell Tour. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. Subscribe to our daily newsletter! He died "peacefully" after "years of ill health" on December 6, 2022. Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with . Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back, he said. 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]. In a statement, the bands official Twitter account called him an elder statesman of British music. PA Media. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black has died aged 84. His . [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'. He remarked that Black was "on oxygen" even after drumming on slower numbers like "Golden Brown". 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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. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. [23] In 2014, Black said of the Stranglers: "This is the best band in the world and we'll carry on until we can't any more. ", Drummer Jet Black: "We on a mission to break all the rules". 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. 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. 2023 BBC. The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living . 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. 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). 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. 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. 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