Ramones - Rocket To Russia

The third album from the Ramones and widely considered their masterpiece, Rocket to Russia landed on November 4, 1977 — right at the crest of punk rock's peak moment. That summer, "Sheena Is a Punk Rocker" had already announced something special was coming, and the full record more than delivered.

Recorded in August 1977 with a notably larger budget than their previous outings — Sire Records backing them with up to $30,000, most of it poured into production — the step up in sound quality is unmistakable. The extra investment paid off: Rocket to Russia is the Ramones at their most polished without ever losing an ounce of their raw, amphetamine-charged energy.

Pressed here on limited 180gm vinyl, this is the definitive way to experience one of punk's landmark records — loud, fast, and utterly essential.