October 2009, Rock News
Legendary Drummer MARKY RAMONE Performs Two USA Dates
Marky Ramone is best known for the 15 years he spent drumming for the legendary Ramones. Marky appeared in the cult classic film “Rock n Roll High School” in 1979, performed over 1700 shows and recorded over 15 albums (studio, live) with the Ramones. In 2002, Marky and his bandmates became the first punk rock ensemble to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Six years and going strong, Marky’s radio show on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio was rated the #2 show on the Faction channel in 2009. Also appearing on various T.V. shows (including Anthony Bourdain’s “No Reservations’ and IFC’s ZROCK). Marky shows no signs of slowing down as he continues to tour the world with his new band Marky Ramones Blitzkreig, with friends Michale Graves (ex-Misfits) on vocals, Alex Kane (guitar), Clare B (bass). The band plays all the classics that lead to Marky’s induction into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame! Marky Ramones Blitzkrieg is currently in the studio working on their first release, which will be available early 2010.
SHOW DATES:
Saturday, Oct 24 @ 7:00p
El Mexicano Rock Fest: El Tri, La Cuca, Marky Ramone
Santa Clara Fairgrounds, San Jose, CA
Price: $40
Saturday, Oct 31 @ 8:00p
Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mount Pleasant, MI
Price: $15
For more information go to www.myspace.com/markyramone, www.markyramone.com or
www.youtube.com/user/MarkyRamoneTV




