Black leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. Subscribe to our daily newsletter! "[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. Photo Credit: The Stranglers website. Black was a . He most recently lived in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, where he reportedly designed and built wooden furniture. [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. [31], Black died from respiratory problems at his home in Wales on 6 December 2022, at the age of 84. 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. 3 min read. The musician, born Brian John Duffy, was a founder member of 'The Stranglers' and played on . He died "peacefully" after "years of ill health" on December 6, 2022. 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. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford group, playing on hits like Golden Brown, Peaches and No More Heroes. 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. The Stranglers formed in west Surrey in 1974 and 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. 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. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Find out more about how we use your information in our privacy policy and cookie policy. RIP Jet Black drummer and co founder of The Stranglers. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday 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. The drummer, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was one of the key members of The Stranglers as he was present when the . Jet Black, one of the co-founders and the original drummer in beloved British new wave/punk band The Stranglers has died at 84. His death comes two years after the Stranglers keyboardist, Dave Greenfield, died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. Jet Black, drummer and a founding member of English punk rock band the Stranglers, died Tuesday at his home in North Wales. Thursday 8 December 2022, 5:47pm. Born: August 26th, 1938. He was a successful businessman up until the mid-1970s, owning a fleet of ice cream vans,[5] and an off-licence in Guildford, called 'The Jackpot'. The Stranglers ' founding drummer Jet Black 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. Jet Black of the Stranglers in London Aug. 14, 1986. Something went wrong, please try again later. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. The most erudite of men. Jet Black, the drummer for punk stalwarts The Stranglers, died at the age of 84 on Dec. 6, 2022. I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. Drummer Jet Black added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. Jet Black was the real deal. In January 2015, Stranglers guitarist Baz Warne told the Louder Than War website: "Jet will do what he can when he can. Though we are not thinking about that. A statement from his representative confirmed he passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 6 December. He was a force of nature. 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. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. 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. Greenfield had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. ", 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. I'm so very sad he's gone. Steve Rapport/Getty Images. He was 71. See the bands tweet and other tributes below. A rebel with many causes., Baz Warne, the Stranglers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. Required fields are marked *. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. 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. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black, real name Brian John Duffy, has died aged 84 following 'years of ill health', his representatives have announced. "It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing . 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. Baz Warne, The Strangers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. "The welcoming committee has doubled," Burnel said. Thu 8 Dec 2022 at 09:00. 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 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 . 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. He leaves behind his wife Ava, and his two children Charlotte and Anthony. An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. 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. He was a force of nature, an inspiration. . Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. The Stranglers' drummer Jet Black who played on band's hits Peaches, No More Heroes and Golden Brown dies aged 84. 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. He was again replaced by Barnard during the gig. 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. 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. Greenfield, originally from Brighton, died on the evening of 3 May 2020, and had contracted the virus following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. "I told myself that one way or another I was going to succeed. Bookmark. 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.". An enthusiastic furniture designer, he also patented the Jet Black Power Bass Drum Pedal. "He threw everything in his previous life out, to dedicate himself to our common goal. ", Drummer Jet Black: "We on a mission to break all the rules". "Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back," he said. which enables the bass drum to be placed anywhere and yet remain playable.[14][15]. Black 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. An inspiration. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. 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. Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: "After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. Jet Black, a founding member of the punk rock band The Stranglers, has died 'peacefully' at the age of 84. . 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. [30], Black had no contact with former Stranglers singer Hugh Cornwell after he left the band in 1990. Here's why. I will cherish the times we planned, pranked, ate, drank and laughed on so many great nights together.. The Stranglers ' drummer and founding member Jet Black has died at the age of 84. 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. After years of ill health Jet has finally been released. 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