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    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.

  2. Apr 3, 2023 · The legacy of The Runaways’ time in Japan can still be felt today. The Budokan shows have become legendary, and the band’s influence on Japanese rock and metal music is undeniable.

  3. 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 ...

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  4. 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.

  5. 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....

  6. Oct 8, 2024 · Explore the rise of The Runaways, the trailblazing all-female rock band! Dive into the members' stories and their journey from rebellion to stardom.

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  8. The Run­aways were “try­ing to express our­selves the way we knew how,” Jett says in her inter­view with Smith. “Not much dif­fer­ent from what the Rolling Stones were doing. We didn’t want bar­ri­ers put up on what we were allowed to sing about, say, or play.”

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