Marky Ramone, the legendary drummer of The Ramones, brought his annual Holiday Blitzkrieg tour back to New York City’s Gramercy Theatre on December 12th, delivering a high-energy night filled with punk rock classics.
This yearly December tradition sees Marky hitting the road with a rotating lineup of talented musicians, offering fans a chance to relive the sound and spirit of the iconic Ramones.
This year’s lineup featured an all-star cast. Pela Scb, a staple of Marky’s tours, took center stage as lead vocalist, injecting charisma and passion into every song. On guitar was Tommy Victor, the powerhouse musician best known as the lead singer of Prong.
Victor’s impressive résumé includes collaborations with Ministry, Danzig, and Rob Zombie, making him a perfect fit for the night’s high-octane performance. Holding down the low end was bassist Craig Setari, a hardcore legend from Sick of It All, whose credentials also include Youth of Today, Agnostic Front, and Cro-Mags.
The setlist was a dream come true for Ramones fans, featuring 40 classic tracks that spanned the band’s illustrious career. Highlights included “Do You Wanna Dance,” “Commando,” “Beat on the Brat,” “Rockaway Beach,” “Pet Cemetery,” “California Sun,” and “Rock and Roll High School.”
In the holiday spirit, the band performed “Merry Christmas (I Don’t Want to Fight Tonight),” adding a festive touch to the punk-filled evening. The night ended with the anthemic “Blitzkrieg Bop,” leaving the crowd shouting “Hey! Ho! Let’s go!” as they spilled into the Manhattan streets.
The Holiday Blitzkrieg is more than just a New York event. Marky’s December schedule also included shows at the Bearsville Theater in Woodstock, the Tropicana Showroom in Atlantic City, NJ, and Mechanicsburg, PA. For fans who missed this year’s holiday run, Marky has announced an exciting lineup of 2025 dates in South America, including stops in Argentina and Brazil:
March 29, 2025: Teatro Flores, Buenos Aires, Argentina
April 3, 2025: Toinha Brasil Show, Brasília, Brazil
April 4, 2025: Mister Rock, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
April 5, 2025: Carioca Club, São Paulo, Brazil
Marky Ramone continues to keep the punk legacy alive with his relentless touring and dedication to the music that defined a generation. For more information on upcoming shows and news, visit Marky Ramone’s official website.
The Holiday Blitzkrieg at Gramercy Theatre was a night to remember, proving once again that punk rock is far from dead. With Marky behind the drums and a stellar lineup at his side, fans were treated to a masterclass in punk history—and a reminder of why The Ramones’ music remains timeless.
Setlist: Do You Wanna Dance, Havana Affair, Teenage Lobotomy, Commando, Beat on the Brat, I Dont Care, Sheena is a Punk Rocker, Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue, We’re A Happy Family, I Just Wanna Have Something to Do , I Wanna Be Well, Rockaway Beach, Gimme Gimmie Shock Treatment, Let’s Dance, Surfin Bird, Judy is a Punk, I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend, I Believe in Miracles, The KKK Took My Baby Away, Pet Cemetery, Needles and Pins, I Wanna Be Sedated, Chinese Rock, Oh Oh I Love Her So, She’s the One, California Sun, I Don’t Want to Walk Around You, Pinhead, Cretin Hop, R.A.M.O.N.E.S., You’re Gonna Kill That Girl, Rock and Roll High School, Chainsaw, Have You Ever Seen the Rain, Glad to See you Go, Listen to My Heart, Wonderful World, Merry Christmas (I Don’t Want to Fight Tonight), Blitzkrieg Bop
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