Joan Jett rose to fame as the frontwoman of which all-female rock band?
Heart
The Bangles
The Go-Go’s
The Runaways
Fact: Before launching her successful solo career with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Joan Jett first gained fame as a founding member and rhythm guitarist of The Runaways in the mid-1970s. The Runaways were one of the first all-female rock bands to achieve mainstream attention, known for songs like “Cherry Bomb” and their rebellious image. Although Jett later became synonymous with hits like “I Love Rock ’n’ Roll,” her early work with The Runaways helped pave the way for women in rock and established her as a trailblazer in the genre.
Correct Answer: The Runaways