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The Wonders of New York City
The legendary punk rock club CBGB opened in December 1973 and closed its doors in October 2006, after a rent dispute between the owner, Hilly Kristal, and the building's owners. Bands like the Talking Heads, Television and Queens-based rockers the Ramones got their start at the club. The full name of the club is CBGB & OMFG, which stands for Country Bluegrass Blues and Other Music For Uplifting Gormandizers." (Scott Gries/Getty Images)
