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Podcast: What the Riff Next Gen
Episode: 1976 - July: Ramones “Ramones”
Description: The Ramones are considered the first true punk band by many. Despite never having a lot of commercial success, the band achieved immortality as the founders of a rock genre, and inspired a multitude of bands to follow. Their debut album, self titled as Ramones started it all in 1976. The album came out in February but we're featuring it in the summer of 1976 which is considered the "summer of punk."
The Ramones got their name from Paul McCartney of The Beatles, who would check into hotels using the pseudonym "Paul Ramon." Each band member took on the Ramo...