Long-running Twin Cities pop punk band the 99ers has nothing to prove at this point. They've existed in some capacity for over 10 years. Yet they've consistently released new music (an album if not at least a single every few years) throughout that entire period. They're continuing on strong with latest single "Kissing Johnny Ramone."
Upon first listen, I was overwhelmed by how well the quartet captures the snot-nosed 70s sound embodied by the titular Ramone. There aren't any frills, but that's because "Kissing Johnny Ramone" doesn't need any. It's satisfying to hear something so straightforward and sweet every once and a while. The mix sounds like it was ripped directly from the soundboard in some dinky dive bar; the lived-in buzz adds a gritty layer of authenticity.
Bands like the 99ers prove something in their constancy: the most important reason to play music is because you love doing it. There is joy to be found in making music in any capacity and rocking a little bit while you're at it. And the 99ers pull it off with fist-pumping aplomb yet again.
Listen to and/or buy "Kissing Johnny Ramone" below.
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