Blondie’s Clem Burke has died on the age of 70 after a most cancers battle, his heartbroken bandmates have introduced.
The band, which fashioned again within the ’70s and is fronted by Debbie Harry, shared a touching tribute to the American rocker on their official social media pages.
Of their shifting publish, the group described the late Burke as “the heartbeat of Blondie” and stated “his legacy will reside on”.
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“It’s with profound disappointment that we relay information of the passing of our beloved buddy and bandmate Clem Burke following a non-public battle with most cancers,” the band wrote.
“Clem was not only a drummer; he was the heartbeat of Blondie. His expertise, vitality, and keenness for music have been unmatched, and his contributions to our sound and success are immeasurable.”
They stated their late bandmate had a “vibrant spirit” and stated his “affect prolonged far past Blondie”.
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“We prolong our deepest condolences to Clem’s household, buddies, and followers all over the world,” they went on.
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“His legacy will reside on by way of the large quantity of music he created and the numerous lives he touched. As we navigate this profound loss, we ask for privateness throughout this troublesome time. Godspeed, Dr. Burke.”
It was signed off by “Debbie, Chris, and all the Blondie household”.
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Blondie fashioned again within the US in 1974 and have become identified for hits together with Coronary heart of Glass, The Tide is Excessive and One Means or One other.
Burke, who hailed from New Jersey, additionally performed in bands together with the Ramones and The Romantics throughout his music profession.
He’s survived by spouse Ellen, who he married again in 2002.
For most cancers data and assist name Most cancers Council’s 13 11 20 Data and Assist line.
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