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NBC News
19-02-2025
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- 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
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- 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.
USA Today
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
British rocker Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, dies at 69: Reports
British drummer Rick Buckler, best known for his work in the mod rock band The Jam, has died, according to reports. He was 69. Buckler's family confirmed his death in a statement to the BBC on Tuesday, revealing the musician "passed away peacefully" Monday evening in his hometown of Woking, England, following a "short illness." No further details about Buckler's condition were disclosed. The Jam alum's family added that Buckler was a "loving husband, father and grandfather" who will be "greatly missed." USA TODAY has reached out to representatives for Buckler for comment. Buckler's former bandmate Paul Weller, who served as The Jam's lead singer, paid tribute to Buckler in a Facebook post Tuesday. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. "I'm shocked and saddened by Rick's passing," Weller wrote alongside black-and-white throwback photos of the band. "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." Marshall Rose death:Candice Bergen's husband dies at 88 after Parkinson's battle Weller also included a tribute message from The Jam bassist Bruce Foxton. "I was shocked and devastated to hear the very sad news today," Foxton wrote. "Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs," he continued. "I'm glad we had the chance to work together as much as we did." Formed in 1972, The Jam had a string of top 40 singles in the U.K. between 1977 and 1982. The group, which became known for its mod-inspired image and fusion of punk rock and '60s soul, scored four No. 1 songs, among them "Going Underground" and "Town Called Malice." Following the band's dissolution in 1982, Buckler formed the short-lived musical outfits Time UK and Sharp. The latter group, which also featured singer Jimmy Edwards, saw Buckler reunite briefly with Jam bandmate Foxton. Buckler left the entertainment industry in the mid-1990s and became a carpenter, restoring antique furniture in his personal workshop. More celebrity deaths:Tongolele, iconic Mexican actress and dancer, dies at 93 He returned to music in 2006 with the band The Gift, which was later renamed From the Jam. The group's music drew from The Jam's past catalogue and featured Buckler alongside singer-guitarist Russell Hastings and bassist David Moore. Foxton joined the band's lineup in 2007, although Buckler departed the group two years later. The rock musician released an autobiography, "That's Entertainment: My Life In The Jam," in 2015. Buckler is survived by his wife Lesley and their two adult children, Jason and Holly. Contributing: Catarina Demony, Reuters
Los Angeles Times
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Rick Buckler, former drummer for British rock trio the Jam, dies at 69
Rick Buckler, the English drummer who helped propel rock band the Jam to fame in the late 1970s, has died. Midnight Mango, Buckler's booking agency, confirmed Tuesday on social media that the musician died Monday evening in his hometown of Woking, Surrey, in southeast England. He died after a short illness with his family by his side. He was 69. 'Rick was a loving husband, father and grandfather and was a devoted friend to many, who will be greatly missed,' the agency's statement said. 'His family have asked for privacy and respect during this time.' The drummer died just weeks after his agency announced he would take a break from spoken-word commitments due to 'ongoing health issues.' According to a January statement, Buckler had been advised to 'rest, repair and build his physical strength in order to deal with touring up and down the UK.' Additional details about Buckler's condition were not revealed at the time. Buckler, who also pursued writing and furniture design and restoration, was best known among music fans for his time with the Jam. The rock trio formed in 1972 and featured Buckler, guitarist and singer Paul Weller and bassist Bruce Foxton. The group gained fame for hits including 'Town Called Malice' and 'That's Entertainment' and for its debut album, 'In the City,' which The Times dubbed in 1993 'an absolutely galvanic celebration of British teen rebellion.' Before its breakup in 1982, the Jam released a total of six albums, including its final 'The Gift,' and topped U.K. charts on several occasions. It was also the subject of the 2015 TV documentary 'The Jam: About the Young Idea.' More than 40 years since the Jam's disbanding, singer Weller said Tuesday that the trio's legacy remains. 'We went far beyond our dreams and what we made stands the test of time,' Weller posted Tuesday with a photo of Buckler. 'My deepest sympathy to all family and friends.' Weller and Foxton reflected on their time with Buckler in a series of posts shared via the former's X account. The thread featured black-and-white photos from the Jam's heyday. 'Shocked and saddened' by Buckler's death, Weller thought back to rehearsals in his bedroom and 'all the pubs and clubs we played as kids, to eventually making a record.' 'What a journey!' Weller wrote. Foxton, 'devastated' by Buckler's death, said his ex-bandmate 'was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shaped our songs.' The bassist added: 'I'm glad we had the chance to work together as much as we did.' After his days with the Jam, Buckler continued connecting with fans through a variety of Q&A sessions and other public speaking opportunities, his agency said. He also channeled his experiences with the Jam for the book 'The Jam 1982,' which he co-wrote with Zoe Howe. While promoting the book in 2022, Buckler acknowledged to rock podcast the Strange Brew that 'none of us were really outstanding musicians in a lot of ways.' 'But I think we were trying to be as inventive as we possibly could, so that we worked well together as a band,' he said at the time. 'And that's what bands are about; it's not individuals, it's actually working together, which makes that sound which makes it work.' He added: 'You can put the same cake together with different ingredients, and it isn't the same cake. You can try anything else, but that's what makes a great band really.' Prior to Buckler's break from live events, his agency said he was 'really excited to bring his updated 'in conversation' show to life in so many new venues' and to perform for new and longtime fans alike. 'Rick looks forward to seeing you all down the road,' Midnight Mango said in January.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rick Buckler Dies: The Jam's Drummer Was 69
Rick Buckler, founding drummer for popular and influential British rock trio The Jam, died February 17 after a short illness, his management company said in a statement. He was 69. '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,' the statement reads. 'Rick was a loving husband, father and grandfather and was a devoted friend to many, who will be greatly missed.' More from Deadline 2025 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries Marianne Faithfull Dies: Singer, Actor And Rolling Stones Muse Was 78 Kim Sae-ron Cause Of Death Revealed Buckler joined up with frontman singer-guitarist Paul Weller and bassist Bruce Foxton to form The Jam in 1972 and remained with the group until its 1982 breakup. Recording from 1977-82, it was among the era's most popular band in the UK, where The Jam racked up 18 consecutive Top 40 singles, nine Top 10s and four No. 1s: 1980's 'Going Underground' and 'Start,' followed by 'Town Called Malice' — which debuted atop the chart — and 'Beat Surrender' in 1982. Schooled in soul and R&B music, the group embraced and was embraced by the punk scene and later the new wave craze and Mod revival. It scored 11 Top 10 LPs in the UK, hitting No. 1 with The Gift in 1982 and No. 2 the year before with Sound Affects, later also reaching No. 2 with a live album and two compilation discs. Among its other memorable tracks were 'Absolute Beginners,' 'Just Who Is the 5 O'clock Hero?' and 'Funeral Pyre.' The band enjoyed only moderate success Stateside, with Sound Affects and The Gift cracking the top half of the Billboard 200 chart. 'Town Called Malice,' with its rollicking Motownesque rhythm and Kinks-like tale of working-class ennui, was its only U.S. singles chart success peaking at No. 31. Sample lyric: 'To either cut down on beer or the kids' new gear/it's a big decision in a town called malice.' Watch the video here: The Jam would break up in 1982 — at the height of its popularity — when Weller split, to the dismay of Buckler and Foxton, who wanted to continue and wouldn't speak with their singer again. Weller joined with Mick Talbot to form The Style Council, whose first three albums from 1984-87 reached No. 1 or No. 2 in the UK. Born on December 6, 1955, in Woking, Surrey, Buckley went on to played in bands through the 1980s before taking a break from the music business. He and Foxton reunited in the mid-2000s in From the Jam, which lasted about four years. Buckley later worked in a few other groups and published his memoir That's Entertainment: My Life in the Jam in 2015. DEADLINE RELATED VIDEO: He is survived by his wife, Lesley, and their children Jason and Holly. Weller remembered his bandmate on social media, and also posted a reaction from Foxton: I'm glad we had the chance to work together as much as we thoughts are with Leslie and his family at this very difficult time – Bruce Foxton(4/4) — Paul Weller (@paulwellerHQ) February 18, 2025 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! (1/4 – P.W) — Paul Weller (@paulwellerHQ) February 18, 2025 Best of Deadline 2025 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries 2025 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Oscars, Spirits, Tonys, Guilds & More How To Watch Sunday's 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special' Online & On TV
