Ramones' 1978 Studio Album Road to Ruin Reissued as Part of the Rhino High Fidelity Series on 180g LP. (AAA) Cut From the Original Stereo Master Tapes by Kevin Gray. Pressed at Optimal. Features An Exclusive Insert With Notes by Ed Stasium.

The Ramones ignited the punk-rock movement with their eponymous 1976 debut, revitalizing rock and roll at one of its lowest ebbs with attitude, energy and a loud, fast new sound. By cutting music down to its bare essentials – four chords, a simple catchy melody, and a sped up tempo and irresistibly inane lyrics - the Ramones blazed the trail for thousands of bands that followed. The band's final LP of the '70s and fourth overall, Road to Ruin was their first to feature a three-minute-plus song, "I Wanted Everything," however, it's anchored by the all-time classic "I Wanna Be Sedated" and a signature cover of "Needles & Pins." Dee Dee, Joey, and Johnny were also joined for the first time here by drummer Marky Ramone, who replaced founding member Tommy Ramone, who'd left to do more producing and writing for the band.

Rhino is synonymous with high-quality reissues, setting the standard with award-winning audio releases for the past 45 years. Now we're raising the bar with a new premium vinyl series, Rhino High Fidelity. These high-end vinyl reissues of classic albums represent the pinnacle of sound and packaging.

To ensure consistent sonic excellence, Kevin Gray will cut lacquers for all Rhino Hi-Fi releases, and Optimal will press the 180-gram vinyl records. The releases boast high-quality glossy covers and “tip-on” jackets, an old-school aesthetic that evokes the golden age of vinyl.