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Blondie’s Clem Burke Dead At 70

Clem Burke, the Blondie drummer who appeared on all of the new wave band’s records, has died at 70. His bandmates Debbie Harry and Chris Stein confirmed the news on Instagram Moday, writing that he’d been privately living with cancer. “Clem was not just a drummer; he was the heartbeat of Blondie,” they wrote. “His talent, energy, and passion for music were unmatched, and his contributions to our sound and success are immeasurable. Beyond his musicianship, Clem was a source of inspir...

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01:25 on April 8 2025

Blondie drummer Clem Burke dead at 70 after private battle with cancer

New York Post — “It is with profound sadness that we relay news of the passing of our beloved friend and bandmate Clem Burke following a private battle with cancer,” Harry, 79, and ... more info
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00:18 on April 8 2025

Blondie’s Clem Burke Dead At 70

Stereogum — Clem Burke, the Blondie drummer who appeared on all of the new wave band’s records, has died at 70. His bandmates Debbie Harry and Chris Stein confirmed the news on ... more info
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08:00 on April 8 2025

Blondie's Clem Burke Dead At 70

Antimusic Rock — Blondie shared the sad news that drummer Clem Burke has died after a cancer battle. He was 70 years old. more info
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