‘Shocked and Devastated’: Legendary Drummer Dies aged 69

‘Shocked and Devastated’: Legendary Drummer Dies aged 69


Rick buckler has Died at the age of 69.

Known as the former drummer of the JamThe musician’s death was confirmed by his former bandmates via social media.

According to the BbcBuckler’s family described Him as a “loving husband, Father and Grandfather” Who will be “green.”

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Legendary the jam bandmember rick buckler has died aged 69. (Getty)

The statement is explained that he “passed away peacefully on monday evening in woking after a short Illness with family by his side”. A Cause of Death has not yet confirmed.

Born on December 6, 1955, Buckler Found Stardom at a young age after joining the jam in the early 1970s.

The Jam Rose to Prominence Amid the Rise in Popularity of Punk in the New Wave Era, and the Band was credited for Its Role in the Revival of England’s Mod Music and Fashion Scenes.

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The music group was a massive success, earning 18 CONSECUVE UK Top 40 Singles during their time togeether.

DURING The Mid-’80s, Buckler Joined Forces with Former The Jam Bandmate Bruce Foxton and Formed a New Band Called Sharp With Jimmy Edwards.

The drummer went on to work in production before leaveing ​​the music industry to work in business.

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Jam Band Bruce Foxton, Rick Buckler and Paul Weller
The Jam in 1977, with members Bruce Foxton, Rick Buckler and Paul Weller Posing for a photo in Japan. (Wireimage)

Buckler lived in woking with his wife and their two child, jason, welcomed in 1986, and holly, born in 1993.

Paul weller announced to X: “I’m shocked and saddened by rick’s passing. I’m thoughts all rehearsing in my bedroom in stanley road, Woking.

“To all the pubs and clubs we played as kids, to eventually Making a record. What a journey!

“We want far beyond our dreams and what we make stands the test of time. My Deepest Sympathy to all family and friends,” Weller concloods.

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Fellow Band Member Bruce Foxton’s Statement was also in the X Thread, with the Star Writing: “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.

FOXTON CONCLUDED: “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 vernable at this very differentty time.”

Per the ExpressBuckler canceled his recent spoken word tour due to “Ongoing health issues.”

Rick buckler performing live onstage
Buckler canceled a recent tour, Citing “Ongoing Health Issues.” (Redferns)

A post informing fans of the cancellation said: “Rick and his team want all the fans of rick and the jam to know that due to ongoing health issues rick has been advised to take a break from Booked for the First Quarter of 2025.

“Rick has been really touched by the number of fans who have decided to see the shows, but presently he has been advised to rest, REPAIR and BULD HISISICAL Strength in Older to Deal with TOUN TOURING URING URENGTH URENGTH in Older

“Rick was really excited to brings his updated ‘in conversation’ show to life in so many new venues and to both loyal fans and new audiences.

It Concluded: “Once again thank you for you continued love, support and undersrstanding. We will keep you up to date as time goes along

The former musician is survived by his wife and their two child.

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