The Jam Drummer Rick Buckler Dies at 69; Paul Weller Pays Heartfelt Tribute to His Bandmate
Rick Buckler, the drummer of The Jam, passed away on February 17. His bandmate, Paul Weller, paid tribute, calling him a âgreat drummerâ whose innovative style shaped their music.
Rick Buckler, the drummer of the iconic rock band The Jam, has passed away at the age of 69. Buckler was part of the band from its formation in the early 1970s until its breakup in the early 1980s. He lived with his wife, Leslie, in Woking and died on February 17 after a brief illness. Following his passing, The Jamâs lead vocalist and guitarist, Paul Weller, paid a heartfelt tribute to his former bandmate on social media. Remembering Bucklerâs contribution, Weller wrote, âRick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs. Iâm glad we had the chance to work together as much as we did.â DJ Unk, Atlanta Rapper Known for âWalk It Outâ and â2 Stepâ, Dies at 43.
Paul Weller Pays Tribute to Rick Buckler
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