Clem Burke

Clem Burke is an American rock drummer born in 1955 who became most famous as the drummer for the iconic new wave and punk rock band Blondie. Joining the band in 1976, Burke has been a central figure in Blondie's sound since their formation during the punk rock explosion of the late 1970s. He contributed to numerous hit albums and songs including 'Parallel Lines,' 'Plastic Letters,' and iconic tracks like 'Blondie,' 'Heart of Glass,' and 'Call Me.' Burke's drumming style combines the raw energy of punk rock with sophisticated production techniques, adapting as the band evolved through new wave, disco influences, and later styles. Beyond his work with Blondie, he has performed and recorded with various other musicians and projects. Despite the band's hiatuses and reunions over the decades, Burke has remained closely associated with Blondie and continues to tour and record with them. His career spans from the punk revolution through contemporary music, making him a vital link in the history of alternative and new wave rock.