Clem was played on every Blondie album, contributing to such enduring classics as “Heart of Glass,” “One Way or Another,” “Call Me,” “Dreaming,” “Rapture,” and “The Tide Is High.”
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Burke also performed and recorded with a wide variety of other artists, and his musicianship was prized by many of his well-known musical friends and associates. In 2006, Clem was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Blondie.
In the wake of Burke’s passing, many famous musicians and singers have taken to their social media pages to pay tribute to the beloved beat keeper. Here’s a look at a number of those homages.
Duran Duran keyboardist Nick Rhodes and bassist John Taylor both issued statements celebrating Burke and expressing their sadness over his loss.
Founding Kinks lead guitarist Dave Davies posted a brief tribute on his X page that reads, “I feel saddened that Clem Burke was taken from us so soon. May he rest in peace. Spectacular drumming. We were friends.”
Nancy Sinatra
Burke toured with pop legend Nancy Sinatra for many years as part of her backing group. He also contributed to some of her studio recordings.
Sinatra posted a heartfelt, emotional message about Clem on her socials.
