Joey Ramone

Joey Ramone (born Jeffery Hyman, May 19, 1951 – April 15, 2001) was an American punk musician and founder member of the Ramones, in which he was lead singer, along with Dee Dee Ramone, Tommy Ramone, and Johnny Ramone.

Joey Ramone
Joey Ramone circa 1980
Background information
Birth name	Jeffry Ross Hyman
Also known as	Joey Ramone
Born	(1951-05-19)May 19, 1951 Queens, New York, U.S.
Died	April 15, 2001(2001-04-15) (aged 49) New York City, New York, U.S.
Genres	Punk rock
Occupation(s)	Musician, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, drums, percussion, guitar
Years active	1972–2001
Labels	Sire, Radioactive
Website	joeyramone.com

Early life

Joey Ramone's mother encouraged both his and his brothers' interests in music. He was a fan of The Beatles, The Who, Iggy and The Stooges and David Bowie, among other bands. He was a fan of Phil Spector. He started playing the drums at 13 and played throughout his teen years. He idolized Pete Townshend of the Who.

Death

Joey Ramone died at the age of 49 on April 15, 2001 of lymphoma.