C. J. Ramone

C. J. Ramone
Ramone at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival
Ramone at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival
Background information
Birth nameChristopher Joseph Ward
Also known asC. Jay
Born (1965-10-08) October 8, 1965 (age 59)[1]
Queens, New York City, U.S.
GenresPunk rock, heavy metal
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Bass, vocals
Years active1989–present
LabelsSire, Radioactive, Chrysalis, Mayhem, ACME, The Raven and the Crow, Fat Wreck Chords
Websitecjramone.com

Christopher Joseph Ward (born October 8, 1965), better known as C. J. Ramone, is an American musician. He is best known for performing from 1989 to 1996 as the bassist, backing vocalist and occasional lead vocalist of the punk rock group the Ramones after replacing original bassist Dee Dee Ramone, a role that lasted until the band's retirement.

  1. ^ "Famous birthdays for Oct. 8: Bella Thorne, Chevy Chase - UPI.com". UPI. Retrieved April 14, 2023.