Formed as the Guildford Stranglers in Guildford, Surrey, in early 1974, they originally built a following within the mid-1970s . In a statement online, his ex-bandmates described him as an "elder statesman" of British music. He was the Jet force that powered the bands determination to get heard and get noticed. In a statement, his representative confirmed the musician had passed away . 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. Black performed with the Stranglers until 2015, with his retirement confirmed by 2018. Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back, he said. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasn't for him. A rebel with many causes., Sil Willcox, the bands manager, added: Jet Black was the real deal. Jet Black, the original drummer for enduring UK punk outfit The Stranglers, has died aged 84, it has been confirmed. Born: August 26th, 1938. 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.". For it is in his unreleting, granite spirit that the band existed. A rebel with many causes.". Tue Dec 13 2022 - 10:44. In September 2008, he returned to full rehearsals and began touring with the band on 13 October.[18]. Black, who always rejected the term "punk" to describe his band, later told BBC Breakfast: "We were on a mission to break all the rules and create something new and exciting; and that's what we've been doing for the past 40 years. 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. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague and band elder statesman Jet Black. Black retired from touring and performing live with the Stranglers in 2015 due to complications from respiratory issues that had dogged him since childhood and which had caused him to take a series of health-related pauses from touring in the early and mid-200s. 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. 3 min read. 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. He had also by this time completely refrained from travelling outside of the UK with the band. I am going to have to stop one day, but I expect the band will carry on. 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. Jet Black, drummer and a founding member of English punk rock band the Stranglers, died Tuesday at his home in North Wales. A rebel with many causes., Baz Warne, the Stranglers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. 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. Jet died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. Sil Willcox, the bands manager, said: He was the Jet force that launched The Stranglers. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Drummer Jet Black added: "We have just lost a dear friend and music genius, and so has the whole world. The bands bassist, Jean-Jacques Burnel, said The welcoming committee has doubled. [32][33] Reacting to the news, Cornwell said: "We shared a special period of our lives when we strived to become professional musicians. Black retired from performing live with The Stranglers in 2015, having suffered respiratory health issues since he was a child. The most important thing for me is his health. The news was announced in a post on the band's website . Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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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, The Stranglers' original drummer and co-founder, has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his representative confirmed. The most erudite of men. Baz Warne, The Strangers guitarist, said: I loved Jet. We were immediately drawn to one another, he had a singular sense of purpose that I identified with. The drummer, whose real name was Brian John Duffy, was one of the key members of The Stranglers as he was present when the . 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 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. Greenfield died on Sunday having contracted the virus after a prolonged stay in . Astute in business, a talented drummer and an obsessive perfectionist. Want to know what everyone in the music business is talking about. 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. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. He said when questioned as to whether Black would be touring: "He can't. He had suffered "years of ill health", Burnel added, and passed away "peacefully" on Tuesday, his representative confirmed. 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). Bassist and co-frontman JJ Burnel said: After years of ill health, Jet has finally been released. The Stranglers ' drummer and founding member Jet Black has died at the age of 84. THE drummer of The Stranglers Jet Black has died after "years of ill health" at the age of 84, his bandmates said. Here's why. He was 71. Jet Black, the original 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 1970s and 80s punks The Stranglers, has died aged 84, the band has 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. 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 BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The Stranglers would not have been if it wasnt for him. "He threw everything in his previous life out, to dedicate himself to our common goal. 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 band wrote in a statement on Thursday (Dec. 8). RIP Jet Black https://t.co/xULd9ZE0jq. For the latest music news and exclusive features, check out uDiscover Music. "Once I had made the decision, and then the commitment, I then pretty much burnt my bridges, there was no turning back," he said. and so has the whole world," drummer Jet Black, also a member since 1974, said . 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. 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. The musician, who was born Brian Duffy, was a founding member of the Guildford . 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He last performed with the band in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. "[22] However, bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said during the same period: "When he can [no] longer contribute and I don't think that's long then there will be no more Stranglers." [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. 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, achieving 23 top 40 singles and 19 top 40 albums. He last performed with them in 2015, announcing his retirement a few years later due to ill health. The bands bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel said: The welcoming committee has doubled. "A founding member of iconic British . 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