The Jam drummer Rick Buckler dead at 69: ‘What we made stands the test of time’

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BBC. His loved ones were by his side.Describing him as a “loving husband, father, and grandfather,” the family added that Buckler was “devoted to many” and would be “greatly missed.”Rick is survived by his wife, Lesley, and their two children, Jason and Holly.Buckler’s bandmates confirmed the news on Tuesday.

Paul Weller, The Jam’s frontman and guitarist, wrote on X that he was “shocked and saddened” by Buckler’s passing.“I’m thinking back to us all rehearsing in my bedroom in Stanley Road, Woking,” Weller recalled. “To all the pubs and clubs we played at as kids, to eventually making a record.

What a journey!”He added, “We went far beyond our dreams and what we made stands the test of time. My deepest sympathy to all family and friends.”Bruce Foxton, the band’s bassist, also shared his grief, saying he was “shocked and devastated” over the “very sad news.”“Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs,” Foxton continued. “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 Jam made its mark on the music scene in the late 1970s amid the surging punk and new wave scene and is considered responsible for sparking a renewed interest in mod music and fashion.The Jam scored four No.