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Clem Burke of Blondie has passed away

Clem Burke of Blondie has passed away
by John Gentile In Memoriam 6 weeks ago

Sadly, legendary drummer Clem Burke has passed away. He was 70 and passed away after a battle with cancer. Burke was a founder of the band Blondie and also played with bands including Iggy Pop, Hugh Cornwell, Walter Lure, Ramones, the Melvins, and many more.

You can see Blondie's statement below. Punknews sends condolences to Burke's family.


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