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The story of the Ramones and the birth of New York punk, from CBGB and 20-minute sets to the raw sound that changed rock forever.
The Ramones cut an unforgettable swathe through decades of popular music. With politically charged anger, raw sounds and ferocious 20 minute sets they undercut the glamour of the mainstream music industry and gave the punk movement an authentic voice – a voice which can still be heard echoing through the decades.
Seen through the eyes of the people who were there – musicians, managers, producers, publicists – this insightful biography depicts the Ramones’ rebellion against the establishment, how they forged their unique sound against the pressures of censure and managed to stay honest until the bitter end.
"A fascinating insight into the boredom, ambition, conflicts and genius behind one of the best bands ever." Total Guitar Magazine
"[Everett True] is one of the most contentious, outrageous and downright memorable music critics of our time." Drowned in Sound
"Everett True is the biggest rock star journalist in the whole world." Kurt Cobain
"Everett True is an astute cultural observer and a brilliant writer." Bruce Pavitt, founder of Sub Pop Records