Legendary Rock Drummer Dead at 70
Clem Burke, the legendary drummer for bands like Blondie and the Ramones, passed away on Sunday, April 6. The musician was 70.
The official Blondie Instagram page shared the news on Monday with a heartfelt tribute to the band’s longtime member.
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“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,” the post began.
“Clem was not just a drummer;...