Clem Burke, whose versatile drumming propelled the iconic rock group Blondie during its decades of music that spanned from new-wave punk to disco-infused tunes, has died.

The band recorded its first album in 1976 and by the following year was touring with such icons as Iggy Pop and David Bowie.

Burke “was a versatile and distinctive drummer who played exactly what each song required – and, when called for, let loose with blistering punk rock energy. His range allowed