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Rating: THE REVIEW
Loco: the perfect adjective for this amazing live performance by the Ramones recorded in Barcelona in 1991, as they were heading towards the end. The beginning is entrusted, for some curious reason, to the theme from "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," followed by the first blast: "Teenage Lobotomy", then "Psycho Therapy" and the legendary "Blitzkrieg Bop". Most of the songs last less than three minutes and include tracks from all of the Ramones' albums, from the first one up to "Brain Drain" of 1989 (31 tracks in total), obviously including the band's great classics, such as "Sheena Is A Punk Rocker", "Rock n' Roll High School", "Gimme Gimme Shock Treatment", "Pinhead", and "Pet Cemetary". The songs follow one after the other without any pause: all incredibly simple, engaging, and played at supersonic speed, with Joey's drunken voice completing the work, and it is precisely here where the magic and beauty of this live performance lies. Truly stunning is "The KKK Took My Baby Away" from 1981, which speaks of a woman caught between Joey and Johnny.
Loco Live is a bit like the "Made In Japan" of punk, an extraordinary live performance that, given the times, actually marks the end of true punk (soon after, various Green Day, Blink & company would arrive...). Nevertheless, it remains an extraordinary live performance by a band that made history, and it would truly be a shame to miss it.
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Loco Live is a thrilling 1991 live album by the Ramones recorded in Barcelona, showcasing a rapid-fire setlist of classic punk tracks. The performance captures the raw energy and spirit of the band near the end of their career. Joey Ramone’s distinctive voice and the nonstop pace create a memorable punk rock experience. This album is often compared to an iconic live recording in punk history, marking the end of an era. A must-listen for fans of the band and punk music.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Ramones
Ramones were an American punk rock band formed in Queens, New York, in 1974 by Joey Ramone, Johnny Ramone, Dee Dee Ramone, and Tommy Ramone. They helped define punk’s sound and look with ultra-fast songs, downstrokes, and leather-jacket iconography. After relentless touring and 14 studio albums, they disbanded in 1996 and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.43 Reviews
