According to Cornwell's 2004 autobiography, when he telephoned Black to announce his resignation, the latter's response was simply "OK, fine. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. As young punks we saw them play many times. [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. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 6 December. Photo Credit: The Stranglers website. An inspiration. The bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said "The welcoming committee has doubled. Jet also owned a [package liquor store], the upstairs apartment of which doubled as Stranglers H.Q. In the early days, the Stranglers used one of the vans as a tour bus and his shop as their headquarters. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. 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. And typically for a band that was built around a relentless spirit we are here today to celebrate the 80th birthday of their drummer Jet Black. Thursday 8 December 2022, 5:47pm. 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. The most erudite of men. 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These are only a few of the talents of the man whom I was privileged to have as my mentor and my dear friend., Black admitted to having had one unrealized ambition, which was to do a collaborative thing with a brass band, just because the whole idea sounds nuts. In the end, however, he stood proud of the Stranglers' legacy: Whether they like us or hate us, they cant say we never succeeded.. Photo by Getty Images / Bang Showbiz. 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. "[12], He wrote a short book, Much Ado About Nothing, which detailed the riots in France which were blamed on The Stranglers' presence in 1981, and also wrote a book in 2010 titled Seven Days in Nice about the same subject. 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., Black never regretted abandoning his business career to go into music. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black, the band wrote in a statement on Thursday (Dec. 8). 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. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. In a statement, his representative . The punk band's co-founder retired from performing in 2015 due to health issues. The musician, whose real name . 2023 BBC. His . The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . Required fields are marked *. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015 after suffering respiratory health issues since he was a child. He had been living in his country home in North Wales close to his friends and family as his health issues became more debilitating. 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.. 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 . Greenfield, originally from Brighton, had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. [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'. His appearances during the 2014 Ruby Anniversary tour were sporadic. The Stranglers are an English rock band who emerged via the punk rock scene. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away . Jet Black, drummer with the Stranglers, has died after years of ill health at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. Thu 8 Dec 2022 at 09:00. Bookmark. Steve Rapport/GI. He last performed with them in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. 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 musician, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was a founding member of the band and played on their hits including Peaches. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founding member of the group formed in Guildford, Surrey. 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. December 8, 2022, 12:00 PM. 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 news was announced in a post on the band's website . Jet Black, drummer for new-wave punk rock band The Stranglers, has died at 84 after years of health issues. 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. His real name was Brian John Duffy. 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. [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. 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. Greenfield had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. All Rights Reserved. "[30] In 2014, he confirmed in a newspaper interview with the Oxford Times that he did not keep in touch with Cornwell. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black who played on band's hits Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown dies aged 84. (Left to right) Dave Greenfield, Jean-Jacques Burnel, Jet Black and Hugh Cornwell of The Stranglers in 1980, The Stranglers, pictured in 1988, had seven UK top10 singles, Warning: Third party content may contain adverts. 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.". In mid-2008, he was again absent from several Stranglers gigs. 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.". Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. 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. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. . The rock and roller, who was the keyboardist for the English band The Stranglers, died on Sunday, the BBC reports . PA Media. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed. 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, 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. 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 online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. [31], Black died from respiratory problems at his home in Wales on 6 December 2022, at the age of 84. 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. Jet Black, the original drummer for 1970s and 80s punks The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band has confirmed. When present, his playing was restricted to the encore only. I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.. Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. Jet Black, drummer with 'The Stranglers', has died aged 84 after years of battling illness. 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 rebel with many causes. Mark Holloway, Getty Images. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 3. 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. 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