According to nme.com, Debbie Harry has stated that she “can’t see herself being on stage as Blondie” again after the death of the band’s drummer Clem Burke. The musician died back in April following private battle with cancer. He was 70 years old and had been recruited by frontwoman Harry and guitarist Chris Stein shortly after Blondie formed in 1975.
Paying tribute after Burke’s passing, the duo wrote: “Clem was not just drummer; he was the heartbeat of Blondie.” They added: “His talent, energy, and passion for music were unmatched and his contributions to our sound and success are immeasurable.” During a new interview with Vanity Fair, Harry reflected on her career with the New York City band while waiting to see what will happen next.
When asked what she was most proud of, the singer responded with: “I think the things I get most teary-eyed about are the relationships, good fortune, and the luck I’ve had working with some wonderful, exotic, talented people. Great minds. My list is going to sound very short but having worked with Chris and Clem for years, especially Chris, that’s extraordinary.”
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