The Ruts

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Hey! Ho! Let’s Go! Ramones Debut At The Roundhouse, 4 July 1976

Ramones made their triumphant London debut in front of 2,000 fans at The Roundhouse on July 4, 1976, blitzkrieging the UK capitol with NYC punk attitude.

Features4 months ago

‘Babylon’s Burning’: The Story Behind The Ruts’ Incendiary Punk Classic

Burning with immediacy and catapulting The Ruts into the mainstream, ‘Babylon’s Burning’ remains a punk classic that’s lost none of its power.

Features12 months ago

‘The Crack’: Why The Ruts’ Classic Remains One Of Punk’s Hottest Debuts

Urgent and driving, The Ruts’ debut album, ‘The Crack’, was an impressively diverse offering merging reggae influences and politically charged anthems.

The Ruts photo by Virginia Turbett and Redferns

Artists1 year ago

The British punk band from London are famous for their reggae-influenced punk music as well as their critically beloved discography.

Features2 years ago

Henry Rollins And The “Mind-Blowing” Story Behind ‘The Crack’ Artwork

Hailed by some as a punk ‘Sgt Pepper’, ‘The Crack’’s artwork travelled the globe and set Henry Rollins on a mission to track down the original painting.

News2 years ago

Ruts DC To Livestream Special ‘Babylon’s Burning’ 40th Anniversary Show

Fans can tune into the band's official Facebook page for the livestream, which is set to begin at 8.50pm tonight.

News3 years ago

Ruts DC Honour ‘The Crack’s Legacy At Sold-Out UK, Irish Shows

Throughout their much-acclaimed UK and Irish tour, Ruts DC have been playing 'The Crack' in its entirety.

News3 years ago

The Ruts’ Debut Album ‘The Crack’ Set For 40th Anniversary Vinyl Reissue In February

The legendary punk album’s new edition was remastered at Turan Audio and cut to vinyl at Abbey Road Studios.

News3 years ago

Ruts DC Announce UK Tour To Celebrate 40th Anniversary Of ‘The Crack’

Fan Henry Rollins says: “The Crack - I cannot explain to you the impact that this LP had. It is simply one of the best albums of its time."

In-Depth3 years ago

Reggae – From Kingston To London

In inner-city clubs young West Indians were meeting Mods, who loved the sharp style, and British youths’ love affair with Jamaican music grew ever stronger.