Jet Black: 'Inspirational' drummer for the Stranglers dies aged 84 - BBC News
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The musician, who co-founded the band, played on tracks like Golden Brown, No More Heroes and Peaches.
The Stranglers' Drummer Jet Black Dies at 84
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Remembering Jet Black: The Stranglers' elder statesman
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Jet Black obituary, The Stranglers
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Jet Black death: Stranglers drummer dies aged 84
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Stranglers Drummer Jet Black Remembered by Bandmates and Friends
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Jet Black: 'Inspirational' drummer for the Stranglers dies aged 84
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Jet Black dead: The Stranglers' drummer dies aged 84 as tributes pour in 'Heavy hearts', Celebrity News, Showbiz & TV
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The Stranglers' Drummer Jet Black Dies at 84