Joan Jett’s ‘I Love Rock ’n’ Roll’ is one of the most enduring anthems in the history of popular music, a song that helped define the sound and attitude of early 1980s rock. Although many fans associate it exclusively with Jett, the song’s roots trace back to 1975, when it was written and first recorded […]
In 1980, Joan Jett released ‘Bad Reputation,‘ a song that would become her signature anthem and a rallying cry for anyone who refused to conform. After leaving The Runaways, the all-female rock band she co-founded as a teenager, Jett was determined to establish her own voice in a male-dominated music scene. ‘Bad Reputation‘ was her […]
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Hold onto your leather jackets, rock fans we’re diving into the world of cover songs that didn’t just honor the originals, they obliterated them. These 7 killer rock covers took familiar tracks and cranked them to eleven, leaving audiences wondering, “Wait, who sang it first?!” 1. “All Along the Watchtower” – Jimi Hendrix (vs. Bob […]
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts are heading to The Woodlands on Saturday, May 3, for their joint tour with Billy Idol; “It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again 2025.” Before you go to the show, here are the songs to know: