Bruce Foxton
Bruce Foxton is a British musician, best known as the bassist and co-founder of The Jam, alongside Paul Weller and drummer Rick Buckler. Foxton's contributions to the band's music helped define the sound of the punk and new wave era. Following The Jam's breakup, he continued to perform and record, notably in the band From the Jam with Buckler. He publicly expressed his devastation at the news of Buckler's passing, highlighting their personal and professional bond.
Born on Sep 01, 1952 (72 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 36,390 | $2,700,000 | 1,447$ |
| Italy | 1 | 6.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 19,249 | $2,000,000 | 637$ |
| Spain | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 16,891 | $1,400,000 | 506$ |
| Sweden | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 4,259 | $530,000 | 224$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,357 | $5,100 | 2$ |
| Totals | 6 | 190,231,880 | 79,146 | $6,635,100 | 2,816$ |
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Sweden:
After The Jam split, Rick Buckler and bassist Bruce Foxton formed the band From The Jam.
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Italy:
Bruce Foxton paid tribute to Rick Buckler, calling him a great guy and an innovative drummer.
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Spain:
Bruce Foxton, a friend of Rick Buckler, praised him as a good person and a great musician whose innovative drumming shaped their songs.
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United Kingdom:
Foxton wrote on social media: 'I was shocked and devastated to hear the very sad news today.'
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Ireland:
Buckler was part of the band’s classic line-up alongside bass player Bruce Foxton.
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United Kingdom:
Bruce Foxton said he was 'devastated' to hear the very sad news today.
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