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Feb 1, 2024 · One of the biggest and most prolific all-female rock bands of all time, The Runaways were a massive influence on rock music in general, back in the 70s. Formed in late 1975, the group would release four studio albums in the span of four years, before ultimately splitting up in 1979.
The Runaways were an American rock band who recorded and performed from 1975 to 1979. Formed in 1975 in Los Angeles, the band released four studio albums and one live album during its run. Among their best-known songs are "Cherry Bomb", "Hollywood", "Queens of Noise" and a cover version of the Velvet Underground 's "Rock & Roll".
Mar 18, 2010 · On the red carpet at New York’s Landmark Sunshine theater, the E Street Band’s Steven Van Zandt called the Runaways “my heroes.” Debbie Harry embraced Runaways rhythm guitarist Joan Jett. Chloe...
Jul 25, 2019 · It remains a cult classic, used in TV shows, video games and films, including a crucial sequence in the 2014 blockbuster “Guardians of the Galaxy.”
Jan 6, 2019 · While their legacy remains, many fans have often found themselves wondering about the circumstances behind the band’s breakup. Now, Joan Jett has set the record straight, explaining exactly what went on.
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Dec 14, 2020 · Maybe this is not a classic album, okay, it’s not a classic album, neither were they a classic band, but they are a major cult listen and they play a massive part in the history of rock music that can’t be dismissed.
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Mar 30, 2024 · The Runaways, one of the first all-female rock acts, had a meteoric rise before quickly imploding due to drugs, infighting, and exploitation. The band — composed of Joan Jett on rhythm guitar and vocals, lead singer Cherie Currie, Sandy West on drums, lead guitarist Lita Ford, and Jackie Fox on bass — came together in 1975 but by the spring ...