001 - 'Ramones' Side A Deep Dive

Welcome to the first official episode of CJ Says: A Ramones Podcast. 

We begin where all good stories should: at the start!

The debut self-titled album by Ramones was released on this day, fifty years ago…

What better date to launch a Ramones-centric podcast than the 50th anniversary of their classic debut record? 

Whether you're brand new to the music of Ramones, or a long-time fan of the band, understanding their debut album, Ramones, is essential...

Released on April 23, 1976, this record didn’t just revolutionize the contemporary music landscape, it also laid the groundwork and set the template for the countless genres, bands & acts that followed in its wake.

In this inaugural episode of CJ Says: A Ramones Podcast, your hosts CJ Ramone & Matt Stocks explore the album’s origins, themes, cultural significance, and the stories behind its iconic tracks. 

So, are you ready to take a Deep Dive into the origins of punk rock and the world-famous Ramones?

It all starts here…Ramones by Ramones. Released on this day back in 1976…

To stream our Deep Dive of Side B of Ramones, and access all of our exclusive bonus content, head over to www.patreon.com/cjsays

Be sure to join us in building your own Ultimate Ramones Playlist as we go through the band's entire discography!

And tune in next week for our first Guest Interview with the legendary Duff McKagan from Guns N' Roses.

Thank you to our dream team behind-the-scenes, Audra & Jess, for their help and support with getting the show up and running. Thank you to Dirty Donny for the artwork. And thank you to Bert Gragg and Josh Roush for their technical assistance.

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