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All the Stuff (And More), Vol. 1

  • AMG Review of All the Stuff (And More), Vol. 1

    Amg
    Stephen Thomas Erlewine
    All Music Guide

    All the Stuff (And More), Vol. 1 compiles the Ramones' first two albums -- Ramones and Leave Home -- onto one compact disc, adding a handful of B-sides, demos, and live songs as bonus tracks as well. While the music on the disc is terrific and timeless, having both albums on one disc actually dilutes some of its impact, since the records were designed as a relentless rush of brief, speedy songs; in this form, the assault becomes a little tiring, and the distinctions between the two albums -- and they are there -- are lost. Still, these are minor flaws, especially considering that the music on All the Stuff (And More), Vol. 1 is essential for any ock & roll library.

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