The Jam rose to prominence in the punk era alongside the Clash and the Sex Pistols, but the band’s mod fashion sense and musical approach was more closely aligned with early recordings of the Who than its punk peers.
Former Jam front man, singer/guitarist Paul Weller said in a post on X that he was “shocked and saddened” by his former band mate’s death.
Buckler’s family released a statement calling him a “loving husband, father and grandfather,” adding that he was “devoted to many” and will be “greatly missed,” the BBC reported.
The Jam was best known in the U.S. for the college radio hit “Town Called Malice,” which topped the charts in the U.K. but only made it to No. 45 in the U.S. However, the song was prominently featured in the 2000 film Billy Elliot in a raging tap-dancing scene.
While Weller was making new music, Buckler and Foxton formed the tribute band of sorts From the Jam.
Foxton’s post also looked back fondly at his former band mate. “Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs,” he said, according to the BBC. “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."
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