Joey Ramone, born Jeffrey Ross Hyman (May 19, 1951 – April 15, 2001), was the lead singer of the pioneering punk rock band The Ramones, and he became an icon of punk culture in the 1970s and 1980s.
Joey and his bandmates — Johnny, Dee Dee, and Tommy Ramone — formed the Ramones in New York City. Joey originally started as the drummer but soon switched to lead vocals because of his distinctive voice and stage presence.
Ramones, their debut album, came out in 1976. With songs like “Blitzkrieg Bop” and “Judy Is a Punk,” it defined the sound of punk rock — raw, fast, loud, and rebellious. Joey’s nasal voice, lanky figure, leather jacket, and long hair became iconic.
The 1980s were marked by internal tensions, especially between Joey and guitarist Johnny Ramone. Their political and personal differences (including a love triangle involving Joey’s girlfriend) led to a famously cold relationship — they continued performing together but barely spoke offstage.
Though not initially commercially successful, the Ramones influenced a generation of punk and alternative bands, both in the U.S and U.K, including the Sex Pistols and The Clash.
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