“Beyond his musicianship, Clem was a source of inspiration both on and off the stage.
He appeared across all of Blondie’s albums, from the landmarkParallel Linesto the group’s comebackNo Exit.
Burke has said that he was inspired by the likes of Keith Moon andRingo Starr, among others.
Clem Burke circa 1979.Credit:Maureen Donaldson/Getty
I wanted to be the best drummer.”
His legacy will live on through the tremendous amount of music he created and the countless lives he touched.
As we navigate this profound loss, we ask for privacy during this difficult time.
Gary Valentine, Chris Stein, Debbie Harry, Jimmy Destri, and Clem Burke of Blondie.Chris Walter/WireImage
