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ARTIST: The Ramones
TITLE: Mondo Bizarro
LABEL: Chrysalis – 321960 1
RECORD GRADING: VG
SLEEVE GRADING: VG
NOTES: Brazilian pressing from 1992. Rare! 
The Ramones were an American punk rock band formed in Queens, New York, in 1974. The founding members were vocalist Joey Ramone (Jeffrey Hyman), guitarist Johnny Ramone (John Cummings), bassist Dee Dee Ramone (Douglas Colvin), and drummer Tommy Ramone (Thomas Erdelyi). Often cited as the first true punk rock group, the Ramones revitalized rock music with their fast, simple songs, and rebellious attitude.
The band played their first show at CBGB, a legendary New York club, in August 1974, quickly becoming a central figure in the burgeoning punk scene. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1976, featured now-classic tracks like "Blitzkrieg Bop" and "Beat on the Brat." Despite their lack of commercial success in the early years, their music influenced countless bands and laid the foundation for punk rock.
The Ramones' image was distinctive: leather jackets, ripped jeans, and a relentless touring schedule. They released 14 studio albums, including "Leave Home" (1977), "Rocket to Russia" (1977), and "End of the Century" (1980), produced by Phil Spector. Their songs, typically under three minutes, combined catchy melodies with raw energy, setting a blueprint for punk music.
Though internal conflicts and lineup changes were frequent, the Ramones maintained their core sound and ethos. They disbanded in 1996 after a farewell tour, leaving a legacy of over 2,000 concerts and a profound impact on rock music.
Posthumously, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002. Despite the deaths of Joey (2001), Dee Dee (2002), Johnny (2004), and Tommy (2014), the Ramones' influence endures, celebrated by fans and musicians alike for their pioneering spirit and relentless dedication to their craft.
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