"The Ramones" – Debut LP (1976 UK 1st Pressing) | Worn Sleeve with Punk Graffiti

	£		50
	$		66

🎸 RARE! The Ramones – Debut LP (1976 UK 1st Pressing) | Worn Sleeve with Punk Graffiti | Sire 9103 253 | Historic Punk Collectible

Condition:

Used – Fair (Authentic Vintage Collectible)

This is a true original 1976 UK first pressing of The Ramones debut LP on Sire Records. The vinyl shows visible wear and marks consistent with age and play. The paper label has writing, and the outer sleeve features bold, handwritten graffiti-style inscriptions and drawings made by the original punk fan owner — including phrases like “Ramones Rule OK” and “Russ Will Never Die.” There is creasing, edge wear, and general age-related wear throughout.

⚠️ Please note: This LP is being sold primarily for its historical and collectible value. It may still play, but playback quality is not guaranteed. It is sold as-is, ideal for display, preservation, and collectors who value the cultural significance and DIY punk ethos captured in this item.

Description:

Own a genuine artifact from the birth of punk rock — the original 1976 UK first pressing of The Ramones’ legendary self-titled debut LP. This was the record that exploded the rules of rock and roll, delivering blistering speed, jagged guitars, and raw anti-establishment attitude in just under 30 minutes.

What makes this copy especially rare and desirable is the unique, authentic graffiti and inscriptions left by its original owner — a snapshot of 1970s punk fandom etched directly onto the sleeve. Unlike a pristine museum piece, this record carries the scars, scrawls, and lived-in spirit of real punk culture, making it an exceptional collector’s itemfor serious music historians and enthusiasts of the era.

The sleeve features iconic cover photography by Roberta Bayley (for PUNK magazine), and the back cover showcases artwork by Arturo Vega, the band’s longtime visual director. Inside the grooves lie timeless classics like Blitzkrieg Bop, Judy Is a Punk, and I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend — songs that forever changed rock history.

Album Details:

• Artist: The Ramones

• Album Title: Ramones

• Label: Sire – 9103 253 / 9103-253

• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

• Country: United Kingdom

• Released: 1976

• Genre: Rock

• Style: Punk

• Sleeve: Original 12” cardboard with heavy wear, inscriptions, graffiti

• Vinyl: Black vinyl – worn but intact (Fair condition)

Tracklist:

Side One:

1. Blitzkrieg Bop

2. Beat On The Brat

3. Judy Is A Punk

4. I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend

5. Chain Saw

6. Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue

7. I Don’t Wanna Go Down To The Basement

Side Two:

1. Loudmouth

2. Havana Affair

3. Listen To My Heart

4. 53rd & 3rd

5. Let’s Dance (written by Jim Lee)

6. I Don’t Wanna Walk Around With You

7. Today Your Love, Tomorrow The World

Production & Credits:

• Producer: Craig Leon

• Associate Producer: Tommy Erdelyi (aka Tommy Ramone)

• Recorded At: Plaza Sound Studios, Radio City Music Hall, NYC

• Mastered By: Greg Calbi (Sterling Sound)

• Engineer: Rob Freeman

• Photography:

  • Front: Roberta Bayley (Punk Magazine)

  • Back: Arturo Vega

• Band Line-up:

  • Joey Ramone – Vocals

  • Johnny Ramone – Guitar

  • Dee Dee Ramone – Bass

  • Tommy Ramone – Drums

• Management: Danny Fields

• Special Thanks: Linda Stein, Seymour Stein, Lisa & Richard Robinson

Why This Is A Must-Have:

This record is not mint — but it’s more than a record. It’s a living punk relic. The original fan markings, the edge wear, the loud, DIY inscriptions — they tell a story. If you’re looking for sterile perfection, this isn’t it. But if you’re seeking punk rock soul in its rawest, truest form, you’ve just found it.

Whether displayed in a frame, added to a Ramones collection, or simply kept as a symbol of the era when music got loud, fast, and real — this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own an unrepeatable piece of punk history.

📦 Shipped securely with extra care for preservation

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🔥 Don’t miss your chance to own this iconic and uniquely personal slice of punk rock history — a true first pressing of The Ramones’ debut, complete with fan-made punk graffiti. Own the legend.