Clem Burke joined Blondie in 1974. He played an important role during a period when the band was making a mix of punk, reggae, and disco influences.

Burke was "a self proclaimed 'Rock & Roll survivalist,'" the band said, who was undaunted when Blondie split up in 1982 years after the hits "Call Me," "The Tide Is High" and "Rapture." Blondie ...

Clem Burke, the longtime drummer for the legendary rock band Blondie, has died. He was 70. The band announced his death with a post on Facebook.

Clem Burke, longtime drummer and the 'heartbeat' of Blondie, has died from cancer. He was 70. The band remembered his ...

"Clem was not just a drummer; he was the heartbeat of Blondie," the statement ... sound and success are immeasurable. "Beyond his musicianship, Clem was a source of inspiration both on and off the ...

Clem Burke, the drummer for Blondie and a founding member of the band, has died. Blondie founders Debbie Harry and Chris Stein praised their bandmate for influence and music contributions that spanned ...

Clem Burke, who was the longtime drummer for the rock band Blondie but also played with music legends like Bob Dylan, has ...

Clem Burke, the longtime drummer for legendary rock band Blondie, has died. He was 70 years old. Blondie announced Burke’s ...

An official statement from Blondie comments: “It is with profound sadness that we relay news of the passing of our beloved ...

Blondie drummer Clem Burke has died at 70 after being diagnosed with cancer. Debbie Harry and Chris Stein shared the news of ...