Our excitement about the pending re-launch of the site has been temporarily silenced by the passing of JOEY RAMONE. Ramone had been battling lymphoma for some time, and succumbed today in a New York hospital. Though our tastes tend to run towards the pop end of things, there's no denying the impact that The Ramones have had on the world of alternative music. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Instead of a moment of silence, we propose a moment of VERY VERY VERY LOUD NOISE. Gabba Gabba Hey.