He was an English drummer,
born Hugh Charles, who became a member of Ian
Dury's
Band, Kilburn and the High Roads.In 1977
they became Ian
Dury & The Blockheads and found success with hits including
"Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick" and "Reasons
to be Cheerful, Part 3
".They toured Europe
and the UK
in 1981 and then finished with a further tour of Australia.They disbanded in 1982 and
didn't play together until 1987 when they went to Japan
for three shows.He appeared as
a session musician for other artists including Rachel Sweet, Nick Lowe and
The Planets.He died of cancer in
September 1990 and the band re-united to play two Benefits for his family.
