Richie Ramone

American drummer

Richard Reinhardt (born August 11, 1957) is an American drummer best known by his stage name Richie Ramone, and for being the drummer for the punk band the Ramones from February 1983 until August 1987. As of 2024, he is one of four surviving members of the band, the others being Marky Ramone, Elvis Ramone, and C.J. Ramone. Richie appeared on three studio albums with the Ramones and played on Joey Ramone's second solo album ...Ya Know? He has later released three solo albums and currently fronts his own solo band.

Richie Ramone
Richie performing live in 2018
Richie performing live in 2018
Background information
Birth nameRichard Reinhardt
Born (1957-08-11) August 11, 1957 (age 67)
Passaic, New Jersey, U.S.
GenresPunk rock
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • songwriter
  • actor
Instruments
  • Drums
  • vocals
  • guitar
Years active1982–present
Labels
Formerly of
Websiterichieramone.com