Hey! Ho! Let's Go (Ramones Anthology) - Ramones

Ramones - Hey! Ho! Let's Go: The Anthology This is a double disc compilation album released in 1999 by New York's finest punk rock band, Ramones. The band members to feature on the songs were Joey Ramone (vocals), Johnny Ramone (guitar), Dee Dee Ramone (bass), C.J. Ramone (bass), Marky Ramone (drums), Tommy Ramone (drums) and Richie Ramone (drums). Introduction 58 songs spread out over 14 studio albums, spanning 20 years of punk rock is what you get with this definitive compilation album of the history of the Ramones. Or is it? Are there tracks missing that should have been on one of these two ... more

This anthology chronicles the history of the Ramones, from their early beginnings in Forest Hills, New York in 1974 through to their last work before they finally went their separate ways in 1996. The Ramones first album, simply titled Ramones, inspired a generation of musicians with its pure, highly distilled Rock and Roll played at breakneck speed. Among those who have credited the Ramones with setting them on their path into Rock and Roll stardom are U2, Bruce Springsteen, Green Day, the Clash and the Sex Pistols. This album comprises a huge selection of their finest moments from over 2 ... more

The Ramones were, along with the Sex Pistols one of the best punk bands ever, and the Anthology does them proud, over 60 songs are spread out over 2 discs, and include some of their best hits, such as "Rock n Roll High School." and "Commando". It doesnt feel like to much either, even if the first disc will be played more than the second. It's also great value, I got the version without the hardback book andfound it in the 2 for £10 section. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to have a definative collection of the Ramones without having to buy 6 or 7 albums. A must have. Bad points ... more