Ramones - Ramones

If any proof were needed that music shouldn't be measured by quantity but quality then the debut album by the Ramones is all you need.

At a minute shy of the half hour mark this is not going to tax anyone with attention deficit syndrome but with classic punk rock singles like 'Blitzkrieg Bop' it's short running length is not a concern. Ok so the three chord structure of the songs isn't going to impress any prog-rock aficionados but who cares?

It's a blast from start to finish. A blast that cunningly hides some of the darker subject matter. Take it at surface value or dive in deep. If you opt for the latter you'd better be quick - the longest song here is 2:35 long!