The special Aug. 30 set will also feature Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and ormer Ramones bassist CJ Ramone.
Joey Ramone (1951-2001), singer with US punk band the Ramones, on stage during a live concert performance by the band, with drummer Tommy Ramone in the background behind his drumkit, 1977. The backdrop has the band's 'presidential seal' logo and name.
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Hey ho! Let’s celebrate! Iconic punk band The Ramones will get an official 50th anniversary tribute on Aug. 30 at Los Angeles’ iconic Hollywood Forever Cemetery featuring an all-star cover band of their musical progeny. Ramones Productions, Inc. and Hollywood Forever announced on Tuesday (July 7) announced that the celebration of a half century since the release of the band’s self-titled debut album will be hosted by movie legend John Travolta.
The event will also feature the inaugural live performance from the Cretin Family supergroup featuring Rancid singer/guitarist Tim Armstrong, Green Day singer/guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and former Ramones bassist CJ Ramone, as well as some as-yet-unannounced special surprise guests.
