20 Greatest Punk Albums Ever Made
1. Ramones - Leave Home
What better way to follow up the release of a genre defining classic by releasing an even better record straight after? 'Leave Home' was the Ramones second studio album, released in 1977 and continuing the immense momentum gathered by the bands self-titled debut from the year prior.
Punctuated by the singles 'I Remember You', 'Carbona Not Glue' and 'Swallow My Pride', this instant classic is certainly among the Ramones most prestigious records. Consisting of 21 songs, this album is the crowning moment of the punk rock movement as it delivers an unparalleled measure of energy, atmosphere and adrenaline.
Songs like 'Commando' and 'You Should Never Have Opened That Door' highlight the Ramones subtle yet convincing songwriting narratives while catchy, cheery tunes such as 'California Sun' and 'Now I Wanna Be a Good Boy' embody the true Ramones spirit in every sense.