Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Jet Black Biography and Timeline

Follow Jet Black through 4 dated historical records for Great Britain.

Jet Black, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

4Distinct records
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1938–1977Years on this page

1938

Birth of Brian John Duffy

Member of Stranglers · Ilford · Arts / Popular Music

Birth of Brian John Duffy, later known as Jet Black, drummer and founding member of The Stranglers.

Role range: 1938-2022

1974

Stranglers

Member of Stranglers · Guildford · Arts / Popular Music

Co-founds The Stranglers in Guildford, bringing business experience and a powerful drumming style.

Role range: 1974-2018

Stranglers

Member of Stranglers · Surrey · Arts / Popular Music

Founder Member of The Stranglers

1977

Rattus Norvegicus

Member of Stranglers · Arts / Popular Music

Drums on Rattus Norvegicus, anchoring the band's tense and forceful early sound.

Role range: 1974-2018

Records, sources and methodology

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