Ramones

An iconic American punk rock band from Queens, NYC, formed in 1974, known for pioneering punk with their fast, short, three-chord songs, leather jackets, and "blippy" lyrics, influencing countless bands despite limited mainstream success, embodying anti-hippie, back-to-basics rock with hits like "Blitzkrieg Bop". They created a distinct sound by stripping rock down to its essentials, inspired by 60s pop and garage rock, and their relentless touring and CBGB's residency cemented their status as punk legends before they disbanded in 1996.