"They struggled to find a place to play at first, but not long after getting #Television and #PattiSmith to play his club, CBGB & OMFUG founder #HillyKristal gave the Ramones a chance, too. On August 16th, 1974, they began a residency that essentially lasted through February of 1976.” - Rolling Stone #Ramones #JohnnyJoeyDeeDeeTommy #Ramones40 #CBGB