Disco de Ramones: “You Don't Come Close”

This is a live recording of The Ramones. It was taped in September, 1978 for a German television show. It's a terrific performance. The Ramones were arguably at their peak at that time. The songs can be listened to on a regular CD player, but if you stick it in your computer, you can see the actual television show (The Ramones segment of the show, anyway). The video quality is excellent, although it only takes up a small portion of the computer screen and can't be expanded. One problem with the presentation is that you have to click on the individual song titles to play them. You can't just play the entire concert all the way through. Also, since The Ramones tended to play one song right after another with no breaks, some of the songs have a second or two clipped off of them. I also am puzzled as to why the first song they played, "Rockaway Beach", is featured on the video version but left off of the audio only version. Despite the flaws I mentioned, this is something that most Ramones fans should enjoy.

If you only decide to replace one LP or buy one new Ramones CD... make it this one. It has the tried and tested tracks that were the Ramones live and if, like me, you are still missing Joey and seeing the guys in action - WOW. The enhanced CD/Audio Visual shows 12 great tracks being belted out with true Ramones vigour. A real blast from the past and a way to bring back a thousand happy thoughts. A fitting tribute to four fantastic fellas. I've given it a 5 star rating.... 5 stars is just not enough!