Coverage dated April 6, 2025 to April 7, 2025

Clem Burke, multifaceted drummer of iconic rock group Blondie, has died

Headline from WFMZ Allentown, from the development of Apr 7, 2025

Newest development Apr 8, 2025 · 2 reportsClem Burke's Beat Helped Blondie Conquer the World

Clem Burke, whose versatile drumming propelled the iconic rock group Blondie during its decades performing everything from new-wave punk to disco-infused tunes, has died. He was 70.

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Apr 7, 2025Names this update
Clem Burke, multifaceted drummer of iconic rock group Blondie, has died
Headline from WFMZ Allentown ·
Apr 8, 2025Newest
Clem Burke's Beat Helped Blondie Conquer the World
Headline from Rolling Stone ·

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NJ.com / Star-Ledger
Drummer Clem Burke, ‘the heartbeat of Blondie’ and Rock Hall of Famer from N.J., dies at 70 (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)
Published Apr 6, 2025
NJ.com / Star-Ledger's feed description
The self-proclaimed ‘rock & roll survivalist' also played with many other bands and top artists.
The Hollywood Reporter
Clem Burke, Blondie Drummer, Dies at 70 (opens The Hollywood Reporter)
Published Apr 6, 2025
The Hollywood Reporter's feed description
Blondie announced that drummer Clem Burke has died after a private battle with cancer. He was 70.
Los Angeles Times
Clem Burke, Blondie drummer and self-proclaimed 'Rock & Roll survivalist,' dies at 70 (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published Apr 6, 2025
Los Angeles Times's feed description
Blondie drummer Clem Burke has died after a battle with cancer, the band announced Monday. The self-proclaimed 'Rock & Roll survivalist' was 70.
CBS News
Clem Burke, longtime drummer for Blondie, dies at age 70 (opens CBS News)
Published Apr 6, 2025
CBS News's feed description
Clem Burke joined Blondie in the mid-1970s when he responded to an ad seeking a "Freak energy" drummer.
UPI
Blondie drummer Clem Burke dies after 'private battle with cancer' (opens UPI)
Published Apr 6, 2025
UPI's feed description
Clem Burke, the Blondie drummer who also collaborated with artists including Bob Dylan, Joan Jett and the Ramones, has died at the age of 70.
Rolling Stone
Drummer Clem Burke, the 'Heartbeat of Blondie,' Dead at 70 (opens Rolling Stone)
Published Apr 6, 2025
Rolling Stone's feed description
Clem Burke, the longtime drummer for Blondie who played a key role in the New Wave movement, has died at the age of 70.
Variety
Clem Burke, Drummer for Blondie, Dies at 70 (opens Variety)
Published Apr 6, 2025
Variety's feed description
Clem Burke, longtime drummer for Blondie who sat in for countless other groups, has died of cancer at age 70.
Fox News
Blondie drummer Clem Burke dead at 70 (opens Fox News)
Published Apr 6, 2025
Fox News's feed description
Clem Burke, the longtime drummer for Blondie, died at 70 after a battle with cancer, Fox News Digital confirms.
Latin Times
Legendary Blondie Drummer Clem Burke Dies at 70 (opens Latin Times)
Published Apr 6, 2025
Latin Times's feed description
The artist was described by his colleagues as "the heart of Blondie." Clem Burke passed away after a private battle with cancer.
Deadline
Clem Burke Dies: Blondie Drummer Was 70 (opens Deadline)
Published Apr 6, 2025
Deadline's feed description
Clem Burke, who as the drummer for the rock band Blondie was the group's "heartbeat," has died of cancer. He was 70.
The Guardian
Clem Burke, Blondie’s drummer and ‘heartbeat’, dies aged 70 (opens The Guardian)
Published Apr 6, 2025
The Guardian's feed description
Debbie Harry and Chris Stein, founding members of the new wave hitmakers, pay tribute to their bandmate, who has died of cancer
The Columbian
Blondie drummer Clem Burke dies from cancer at 70 (opens The Columbian)
Published Apr 6, 2025
The Columbian's feed description
Clem Burke, the drummer in Blondie and self-described “rock survivalist” who played with numerous stars in a decorated career, has died. He was 70.
The Daily Caller
‘Blondie’ Drummer Clem Burke Dead At 70 (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Apr 6, 2025
The Daily Caller's feed description
Blondie drummer Clem Burke died at the age of 70.
Entertainment Weekly
Clem Burke, drummer and 'heartbeat' of Blondie, dies at 70 from cancer (opens Entertainment Weekly)
Published Apr 6, 2025
Entertainment Weekly's feed description
Clem Burke, longtime drummer and the 'heartbeat' of Blondie, has died from cancer. He was 70. The band remembered his 'vibrant spirit and 'infectious enthusiasm' in a statement shared on Monday.
WFMZ Allentown
Clem Burke, multifaceted drummer of iconic rock group Blondie, has died (opens WFMZ Allentown)
Published Apr 7, 2025
WFMZ Allentown's feed description
Clem Burke, whose versatile drumming propelled the iconic rock group Blondie during its decades performing everything from new-wave punk to disco-infused tunes, has died. He was 70.
WMUR
Blondie drumer Clem Burke has died (opens WMUR)
Published Apr 7, 2025
WMUR's feed description
The self-proclaimed "rock and roll survivalist" started playing the drums when he was 14 in his school orchestra but was kicked out for playing too loud
The Boston Globe
Clem Burke, versatile, hard-driving drummer for Blondie, dies at 70 (opens The Boston Globe)
Published Apr 7, 2025
The Boston Globe's feed description
Mr. Burke played on all of Blondie's 11 albums, propelling such diverse hits as "Call Me" and the reggae-inflected "The Tide Is High."
Rolling Stone
Clem Burke's Beat Helped Blondie Conquer the World (opens Rolling Stone)
Published Apr 7, 2025
Rolling Stone's feed description
Remembering Blondie drummer Clem Burke, whose exuberant energy brightened every song he played on
The Guardian
Clem Burke obituary (opens The Guardian)
Published Apr 7, 2025
The Guardian's feed description
Drummer with Blondie who provided the backbone of their string of hit singles and live performances
Time
Rock & Roll Legend Clem Burke Dies at 70 (opens Time)
Published Apr 7, 2025
Time's feed description
Burke’s versatile drumming propelled the iconic rock group Blondie during its decades performing everything from new-wave punk to disco-infused tunes.

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