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Russia Today
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Russia Today
‘No free press' in NATO states – British presenter on RT journalist ban
Neither democracy nor a free press exists in modern European NATO nations, journalist and 'Going Underground' host Afshin Rattansi has told RT. In an interview on Thursday he was asked to comment on the deportation of RT correspondent Chay Bowes from Romania. The journalist was detained upon arrival in Bucharest as he was on his way to cover the Romanian presidential election. The upcoming vote is a re-run, since last year's election was controversially annulled following a shock win by far-right NATO skeptic Calin Georgescu, who ran as an independent candidate. Bowes' arrest and deportation highlight 'the totalitarianism of Western Europe,' Rattansi said. 'The fact is: there is no democracy in these NATO nations because there is no free press. There is no free journalism,' he added. The attacks on the press in Western Europe are aimed at controlling voters' access to information, Rattansi said. 'The importance of the European Union and Britain in clamping down on journalism is to prevent their publics from understanding the issues so they can't cast a vote with an informed opinion,' he said. On the other hand, media companies such as the BBC and Sky News are allowed in Russia, the journalist added. 'They want to detain people like Chay Bowes, who reports for RT, has a show on RT. They want to detain him because they want to stop free press,' Rattansi said.
NBC News
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Rick Buckler, drummer of English rock band The Jam, dies at 69
Rick Buckler, the drummer of English rock band The Jam has died, his former bandmate Paul Weller said in a Facebook post on Tuesday. He was 69. The Jam, formed in 1972, had a string of top 40 singles in the UK between 1977 and 1982, including four number one songs — among them, 'Going Underground' and 'Town Called Malice.' 'I'm shocked and saddened by Rick's passing,' Weller wrote. 'To all the pubs and clubs we played at as kids, to eventually making a record. What a journey!' 'We went far beyond our dreams and what we made stands the test of time,' Weller added. The Jam's bass player, Bruce Foxton, said he was 'devastated to hear the very sad news today', adding: 'Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs.'
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay interrupts show to shares 'sad news'
BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay delivered heartbreaking news during the latest episode of the popular morning programme, announcing the death of musician Rick Buckler. On Wednesday's show (February 19), the mood turned sombre as Jon and his co-presenter Sarah Campbell shared details about drummer Rick, who gained fame as a member of the English rock band The Jam. Relaying the news, Jon stated, "It's quarter past seven, and some sad news. Rick Buckler, a drummer with The Jam, has died at the age of 69." As the BBC programme showcased a clip of Rick playing with The Jam in his younger days, Sarah added: "He was part of the band's classic line-up alongside bass player Bruce Foxton and lead singer and guitarist Paul Weller, who said he was 'shocked and saddened.'" READ MORE: BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood apologises to co-star after awkward blunder on air READ MORE: Inside BBC Breakfast star Jon Kay's marriage and wife's totally different career After the brief footage of Rick in his prime, Jon remarked: "Rick Buckler there," as he gently steered the show forward. Reports indicate that Rick died after a short illness. He was a band member from its inception in 1972 until it disbanded a decade later. Although The Jam never fully reunited, Buckler and bassist Bruce frequently performed together. During their peak, The Jam released six studio albums featuring Rick on drums. His contributions included the highly acclaimed All Mod Cons (1978) and Sound Affects (1980). The Jam, renowned for timeless tunes like Town Called Malice, Going Underground, and Down In The Tube Station At Midnight, has left an indelible mark on the British music scene with 18 consecutive UK Top 40 hits, including four number ones. They capped it all off with the chart-topping album "The Gift." Mourning Rick's loss, Paul went to Facebook to express his emotions: "I'm shocked and saddened by Rick's passing. I'm thinking back to us all rehearsing in my bedroom in Stanley Road, Woking. To all the pubs and clubs we played at as kids, to eventually making a record. What a journey! "We went far beyond our dreams and what we made stands the test of time. My deepest sympathy to all family and friends - P.W x" Rick resided in Woking with his beloved wife, fathering two children, Jason and Holly. Tune into BBC Breakfast every day from 6am on BBC One.
BBC News
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
The Jam drummer Rick Buckler dies aged 69
Robert Plummer BBC News Getty Images Rick Buckler, former drummer in The Jam, has died at the age of 69, his ex-bandmates have confirmed on social media. The Jam rose to fame in the punk and new wave era of the late 1970s and are credited with inspiring a revival in mod fashion and music. The band were led by singer and guitarist Paul Weller, who posted on X that he was "shocked and saddened" by Buckler's death. Bass player Bruce Foxton said he was "devastated". In a statement, his family described him as a "loving husband, father and grandfather" who was "devoted to many" and will be "greatly missed". The statement added that he had "passed away peacefully on Monday evening in Woking after a short illness with family by his side". The Jam had 18 consecutive UK top 40 singles from their debut hit in 1977 to their break-up in December 1982. Their four number one hits included Going Underground and A Town Called Malice. Buckler and Foxton later played together in a successor band, From the Jam, while Weller continued his career with the Style Council and as a solo artist. Buckler had recently been forced to cancel a spoken-word tour of UK venues because of health problems. "I'm shocked and saddened by Rick's passing," Weller said on X. "I'm thinking back to us all rehearsing in my bedroom in Stanley Road, Woking. To all the pubs and clubs we played at as kids, to eventually making a record. What a journey!" Foxton said: "I was shocked and devastated to hear the very sad news today. Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs. "I'm glad we had the chance to work together as much as we did. My thoughts are with Leslie and his family at this very difficult time." The lead singer of ska group The Bodysnatchers, which gained popularity around the same time as The Jam, also paid tribute. "A band is only as good as its drummer," said Rhoda Dakar. "So I would say he was a bloody good one. "My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Don't waste a day people - tomorrow isn't promised." The cause of Buckler's death has not yet been confirmed. Music
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Jam's drummer Rick Buckler dies aged 69, former bandmate Paul Weller announces
Rick Buckler, known for being the drummer of The Jam, has died aged 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller said. Buckler died after a short illness and was a founding member of the mod punk band in 1972. He played in the band's classic line-up alongside bass player Bruce Foxton, 69, and lead singer and guitarist Weller, 66. The Jam achieved four UK number one singles and one UK number one album and are best known for tracks such as A Town Called Malice, Going Underground and Down In The Tube Station At Midnight. We have lost another Icon, Rick Buckler, drummer for the The Jam has passed away. — This Is SKA (@thisisskaradio) February 18, 2025 In an Instagram post, Weller said: 'I'm shocked and saddened by Rick's passing. I'm thinking back to us all rehearsing in my bedroom in Stanley Road, Woking. 'To all the pubs and clubs we played at as kids, to eventually making a record. What a journey. We went far beyond our dreams and what we made stands the test of time. My deepest sympathy to all family and friends.' With The Jam, Buckler featured on six studio albums, including In The City (1977), All Mod Cons (1978) and Sound Affects (1980), which saw the band take a more melodic approach to punk rock, incorporating soul, blues and 1960s beat influences into their music. Weller also shared a tribute from Foxton on the account, which read: 'I was shocked and devastated to hear the very sad news today. 'Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs. 'I'm glad we had the chance to work together as much as we did. 'My thoughts are with Leslie and his family at this very difficult time.' Also paying tribute was ska group The Bodysnatchers' lead singer Rhoda Dakar, whose band shot to prominence in London at about the same time as The Jam. In a post on Instagram, she said: 'A band is only as good as its drummer. So I would say he was a bloody good one. 'My sincere condolences to his family and friends. 'Don't waste a day people – tomorrow isn't promised.' Buckler was due to embark on a Q&A tour of the UK later this year entitled A Night Of Memories And Music which was recently postponed due to his health. A statement from his management company announcing the news read: 'Rick Buckler, best known as the legendary drummer of The Jam, passed away peacefully on Monday evening in Woking, after a short illness with family by his side. 'Rick was a loving husband, father and grandfather and was a devoted friend to many, who will be greatly missed. 'His family have asked for privacy and respect during this time. Formed in 1972 in Woking, Surrey, the powerhouse three-piece comprised of singer, guitarist Paul Weller and drummer Rick Buckler and later bassist Bruce Foxton. 'The Jam had 18 consecutive UK Top 40 singles from their debut in 1977 to their break-up in December 1982, including four number one hits. 'Rick was also successful with other avenues following The Jam which included furniture design and restoration, writing a number of books and keeping a strong relationship with his fans through his Q&As.' The band split in 1982 and had never fully reunited but Foxton and Buckler have played together on a number of occasions. Weller and Buckler reportedly never spoke again barring a brief interaction, with the singer going on to form The Style Council after the dissolution of The Jam. Recommended reading: Doctor Who and Carry On star Julian Holloway dies at the age of 80 Emmerdale star confirms they have been killed off from ITV soap Emmerdale fans 'work out' death of star after spotting major detail After The Jam ended, Buckler went on to form a number of groups including Time UK, Sharp, which also featured Foxton, and The Gift, named after The Jam's last studio album and playing music from the band's back catalogue. Buckler toured with From The Jam, a new band playing covers of his first group, from 2007 to 2009, where he was joined by Foxton, who is still touring with the group. The drummer lived with his wife, with whom he had two children, Jason and Holly. His books included a number on the history of The Jam and his own autobiography That's Entertainment: My Life In The Jam, which was released in 2015.
