‘The heartbeat of Blondie’: Drummer Clem Burke dies aged 70
The musician was hailed as a "beloved friend and bandmate" whose talent and energy were "unmatched" and as "a source of inspiration both on and off the stage". His final live appearance was with Blondie last year.
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Drummer Burke.
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Burke in his performance at Festival Estereo Picnic 2023.
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Blondie performing during Glastonbury Festival in 2023.
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