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. [29], His second wife, Helena, left him following several arguments over the Stranglers rehearsing in their home during the early days of the band. Say hi to Dave for me. The bands former keyboardist/vocalist, Dave Greenfield, died in 2020. 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. 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. Jet Black was the real deal.". Jean-Jacques Burnel said ahead of the band's Leeds gig: "He's had a few health problems in recent years, but hes really up for the tour, although he probably wont be at every gig, or doing the full set."[21]. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . According to Cornwell's autobiography, when he phoned Black to announce his resignation, the drummer's response was simply "OK, fine.". 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. "Jet Black, born Brian John Duffy, passed away peacefully at home on Tue 6th Dec," read the statement. 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.". Bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel described him as a "force of nature", the "most erudite of men" and a "rebel with many causes". The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founder member of 'The Stranglers' and played on . Greenfield died on Sunday having contracted the virus after a prolonged stay in . Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. 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. Blacks death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Jet Black, drummer and a founding member of English punk rock band the Stranglers, died Tuesday at his home in North Wales. The Stranglers drummer added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. The Stranglers are an English rock band who emerged via the punk rock scene. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Here's why. "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.". [32][33] Reacting to the news, Cornwell said: "We shared a special period of our lives when we strived to become professional musicians. Jet Black, drummer with British punk and new wave pioneers the Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. 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. He was a force of nature, an inspiration. He became a full-time professional musician in the mid-1970s and met Hugh Cornwell of the band Johnny Sox after reading an advertisement in the Melody Maker magazine. Audiences would often chant his name as he took his place behind the kit, until he finally retired in 2015. [3] He last performed with the band in 2015, and officially retired in 2018.[4]. The musician . (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. "It is with heavy hearts . 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). When asked how he would like be remembered by the bands website 12 years ago, Black replied: I guess if we are actually remembered, then that will do., Your email address will not be published. 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. 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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. Something went wrong, please try again later. I am going to have to stop one day, but I expect the band will carry on. Scoring 23 UK top 40 singles and 19 UK top 40 albums to date in a career spanning five decades, the Stranglers are one of the longest-surviving bands to have originated in the UK punk scene.. Im so very sad hes gone., Sil Willcox, the bands manager, said: He was the Jet force that launched the Stranglers. The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founding member of the group formed in Guildford, Surrey. Jet Black, the original drummer for 1970s and 80s punks The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band has confirmed. 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Audiences would often chant his name as he took his place behind the kit, until he finally retired in 2015, relinquishing the drum stool to Jim Macaulay. 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 . Jet Black, drummer of new-wave rock band The Stranglers, has died at the age of 84. 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. ", Adding: "The Stranglers success was founded on his determination and drive His timing was faultless.". Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. 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 Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. Dave Greenfield, The Stranglers' keyboard player, died in May 2020 after testing positive for coronavirus. [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. PA Media. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away . . Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. 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. A rebel with many causes.". The Stranglers drummer Jet Black has died "He was a force of nature" By Damian . Jet Black of the Stranglers in London Aug. 14, 1986. 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. 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. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. 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. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. "[30] In 2014, he confirmed in a newspaper interview with the Oxford Times that he did not keep in touch with Cornwell. 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 drummer, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was one of the key members of The Stranglers as he was present when the . Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: "After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. He was a force of nature. Despite difficulties in performing towards the end of his career, he remained a fan favourite. Jet Black, aka Brian John Duffy, drummer for The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band confirmed in a statement on its website. Their hits included 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. Today, the world mourns the passing of Jet Black, drummer for the legendary English punk rock group The Stranglers. Photograph: PA. Adam Sweeting. The Stranglers musician has died at the age of 71 after contracting coronavirus. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. RIP Jet Black https://t.co/xULd9ZE0jq. He took me under his wing over two decades ago and I never really came out from under it. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black, real name Brian John Duffy, has died aged 84 following 'years of ill health', his representatives have announced. The most erudite of men. His death comes two years after The Stranglers keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. Musician. Greenfield, originally from Brighton, died on the evening of 3 May. He was a force of nature. 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