The Ramones: Formed in Queens, New York in 1974, The Ramones pioneered punk rock with a fast, stripped-down sound and minimalist aesthetic. Wearing leather jackets and adopting stage names, they rejected rock excess with short songs, simple chords, and rapid tempos. Tracks like "Blitzkrieg Bop," "I Wanna Be Sedated," and "Rockaway Beach" became punk anthems. Though commercially underappreciated initially, their influence on punk, pop-punk, and alternative music was immense. They inspired bands like The Sex Pistols, The Clash, and Green Day. Despite limited mainstream success, they maintained a dedicated following and toured relentlessly. The Ramones’ raw energy and DIY ethos redefined rock rebellion. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002, cementing their legacy as punk originators.
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