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 b. 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. Black leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. He played the full sets, which were approximately 90 minutes in length. Black was born in Ilford, Essex. There was no turning back, Black told the Stranglers' website in 2010. The most erudite of men. Black's death comes two years after The Stranglers' keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. 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. 2023 Billboard Media, LLC. 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. According to Cornwell's 2004 autobiography, when he telephoned Black to announce his resignation, the latter's response was simply "OK, fine. 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. [29], His second wife, Helena, left him following several arguments over the Stranglers rehearsing in their home during the early days of the band. Greenfield had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. . 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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. Your email address will not be published. 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 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 took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015 after suffering respiratory health issues since he was a child. 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. 1974-2018. The musician, whose real . He was again replaced by Barnard during the gig. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black. The rock and roller, who was the keyboardist for the English band The Stranglers, died on Sunday, the BBC reports . Jet was a major part of The Stranglers' punk sound and helped to shape the British punk scene in the 1970s. 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. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black (Allan Ballard/PA) Black was a founding member of The Stranglers, who formed in Guildford in 1974, and his playing style helped them achieve their unique sound . The Stranglers release the sad news that their original drummer, Jet Black, has passed away 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. 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. [16][17] It was shortly thereafter announced that he was suffering from chest problems and was "not rushing back to work" on the advice of his doctor. RIP Jet Black drummer and co founder of The Stranglers. 08 December 2022. 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. The Stranglers, formed in Surrey in 1974, went on to became an integral part of the riotous UK punk and new wave scenes. Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. Sil Willcox, the bands manager, said: "He was the Jet force that launched The Stranglers. 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 enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. Something went wrong, please try again later. As young punks we saw them play many times. 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. Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. [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. His . Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. 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.. 3-min read. ", Sil Willcox, the band's manager, added: "Jet Black was the real deal. During the tour, he was quoted as saying: "I'll carry on until I'm incapable of doing it. "[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. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed. 4 min read. A rebel with many causes.". ", Adding: "The Stranglers success was founded on his determination and drive His timing was faultless.". When present, his playing was restricted to the encore only. 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. 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. Cornwell joined Black in the Stranglers in 1974. Drummer Jet Black added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. After original frontman Hugh Cornwell left in 1990, the band continued touring and recording. I'm so very sad he's gone. Greenfield, originally from Brighton, had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. He was a force of nature. Say hi to Dave for me. The bands former keyboardist/vocalist, Dave Greenfield, died in 2020. Born: August 26th, 1938. PA Media. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. [30], Black had no contact with former Stranglers singer Hugh Cornwell after he left the band in 1990. Jean-Jacques Burnel confirmed, in a December 2015 interview, that Black would not take part in the band's 2016 tour. 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. Dave Greenfield has died of complications due to the coronavirus. 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The punk band's co-founder retired from performing in 2015 due to health issues. THE drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. RIP Jet Black https://t.co/xULd9ZE0jq. 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. Stranglers drummer Jet Black dies at 84 after 'years of ill health', Black also wrote books and made furniture, Black (right) retired from performing in 2015. 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. A leading light of the mid '70s to early '80s musical . Physically he is in not a good place at all. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: "After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. 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". [6] This establishment was the base for the early Stranglers. Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges. [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. 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. 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. 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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. Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with . It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct at 0207 29 33033. Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. "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. I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.". Jet Black, drummer with 'The Stranglers', has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. 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. 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. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. "It is with heavy hearts . . Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with many causes". The musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, had been living . 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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 . In mid-2008, he was again absent from several Stranglers gigs. On 12 March 2012, Black was taken to hospital after "falling ill" shortly before a Stranglers concert at the O2 Academy Oxford. I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.. He was a force of nature. As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. As well as music, Black has been remembered for a string of other talents including writing, business, furniture making and culinary skills. "We've developed a style of music that is very aggressive and exciting. The Stranglers are an English rock band who emerged via the punk rock scene. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. Jet Black (real name Brian John Duffy), a founding member of The Stranglers, died peacefully at his country home in North Wales. 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. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. Jet Black, aka Brian John Duffy, drummer for The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band confirmed in a statement on its website. In September 2008, he returned to full rehearsals and began touring with the band on 13 October.[18]. 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. Jet also owned a [package liquor store], the upstairs apartment of which doubled as Stranglers H.Q. 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. Jet Black, the original drummer for 1970s and 80s punks The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band has confirmed. 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 musician . 3 min read. 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. He most recently lived in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, where he reportedly designed and built wooden furniture. 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. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. In the early days, the Stranglers used one of the vans as a tour bus and his shop as their headquarters. He was a force of nature. Jet Black, the original drummer for 1970s and 80s punks The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band has confirmed. He was there at the beginning - the dissatisfied former jazz drummer with the Guildford off licence, who wanted one last crack of the . For it is in his unreleting, granite spirit that the band existed. The Stranglers (left to right) in 1980: Dave Greenfield, Hugh Cornwell, Jean-Jacques Burnel and Jet Black. He owned a fleet of ice cream vans and later an off-license called The Jackpot. "The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. 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.". An inspiration. 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. [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. and so has the whole world," drummer Jet Black, also a member since 1974, said . 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. He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. Required fields are marked *. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. Want to know what everyone in the music business is talking about. In an interview with BBC Breakfast on 30 January, he said: "I've had a bit of trouble but I'm still playing gigs". "[24] He was absent from the Stranglers' UK festival appearances and associated warm-up gigs in mid-2014. Jet Black, drummer with 'The Stranglers', has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. Black performed with the Stranglers until 2015, with his retirement confirmed by 2018. Blacks death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. "I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. 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. in the early days., Black never regretted abandoning his business career to go into music. The bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said "The welcoming committee has doubled. An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. The most erudite of men. Celeb obsessed? During early dates on the tour, he relieved The Stranglers' touring drummer Jim Macaulay mid-set, playing approximately four songs including "Genetix". 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. 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. 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. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google. Thursday 8 December 2022, 5:47pm. Jet Black, drummer with The Stranglers, has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. The Stranglers ' founding drummer Jet Black has died at the age of 84. Died: December 6th . 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Today, the world mourns the passing of Jet Black, drummer for the legendary English punk rock group The Stranglers. He also crafted bespoke furniture and designed a patented bass drum pedal. Greenfield died on Sunday having contracted the virus after a prolonged stay in . We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. 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