A classic 18

This record has been much reviled. Of course it is more pop than anything the Ramones have done before - and less metallig than what followed in the 80s. For pure punk rockers Pleasant Dreams could therefore be rather bland, really. So did I and my prejudices. But since I am ardent lovers 10cc, made the fact that Graham Gouldman produced the album, a special attraction. And I must say: For my taste is Pleasant Dreams, if perhaps not the best, yet the most timeless Ramones albums (neither too minimalist, yet 80's synth-heavy), just a classic.