Chroma Key – You Go Now / Massacre Records Audio CD 2000 / MAS CD0223

UPC 4028466102232

Product Details

Title: I Only Wrote This Song For You - A Tribute To Johnny Thunders
Label: Castle Communications PLC – ESS CD 223
Format: CD, Album
Country: UK
Genre: Rock
Style: Alternative Rock, Garage Rock, Punk
UPC: 5017615822328

Description

"I Only Wrote This Song For You - A Tribute To Johnny Thunders" is a powerful homage to the legendary punk rock guitarist and New York Dolls member, Johnny Thunders. Released by Castle Communications PLC, this album gathers a diverse group of artists to cover some of Thunders' most iconic tracks. From Patti Palladin's rendition of "Leave Me Alone (Chatterbox)" to Willy DeVille's "You Can't Put Your Arms Around A Memory," each track is a testament to Thunders' enduring influence on the rock genre. The compilation not only celebrates his musical legacy but also showcases the respect and admiration he garnered among fellow musicians.

Track List

1. Patti Palladin – Leave Me Alone (Chatterbox)
2. Michael Monroe – Disappointed In You
3. Arthur Kane – In Cold Blood (Not In Vain)
4. Wayne Kramer – Children Are People Too
5. David Johansen – Some Hearts
6. Sylvain Sylvain – Society Makes Me Sad
7. Alison Gordy – Just Another Girl
8. Filthy Lucre – Can't Kick
9. Willy DeVille – You Can't Put Your Arms Around A Memory
10. Die Totenhosen – Diary Of A Lover
11. The Ramones – I Love You
12. Walter Lure And The Waldos – Let Go
13. Michael Monroe – So Alone
14. Los Lobos – Alone In A Crowd
15. The Screwballs – Help The Homeless

Interesting

Johnny Thunders, known for his raw guitar playing and heartfelt songwriting, left an indelible mark on punk and rock music. This tribute album brings together artists from various backgrounds, each adding their unique touch to Thunders' songs. The compilation not only highlights his contributions as a musician but also as a songwriter, with tracks that span his career with the New York Dolls, The Heartbreakers, and his solo work. "I Only Wrote This Song For You" serves as a poignant reminder of Thunders' talent and the void his passing left in the music world.

Key Credits

• Performers: Patti Palladin, Michael Monroe, Arthur Kane, Wayne Kramer, David Johansen, Sylvain Sylvain, Alison Gordy, Filthy Lucre, Willy DeVille, Die Totenhosen, The Ramones, Walter Lure And The Waldos, Los Lobos, The Screwballs
• Tribute to: Johnny Thunders