Joan Jett Musical artist

Joan Jett (born Joan Marie Larkin; September 22, 1958) is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and occasional actress, best known for her work with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, including their hit record "I Love Rock 'n' Roll", which was No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 from March 20 to May 1, 1982, as well as for their other popular recordings including "Crimson and Clover", "I Hate Myself for Loving You", "Do You Wanna Touch Me", "Light of Day", "Love is All Around" and "Bad Reputation". She has three albums that have been certified Platinum or Gold, and has been a feminist icon throughout her career. She is considered by the Toronto Sun as the Queen of Rock ‘n Roll.Jett has a mezzo-soprano vocal range.

Personal facts

Joan Jett
Alias (AKA)
Joan Jett
Larkin Joan Marie
Birth dateSeptember 22, 1958
Birth place
Wynnewood Pennsylvania
Hometown
Wynnewood Pennsylvania

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Musical artist

Career started1975
associated musical artist
The Runaways
BackgroundSolo singer
genre
Punk rock
Rock music
Alternative rock
Hard rock
instrument
Gibson Melody Maker
record label
CBS Records International
Warner Bros. Records
MCA Records
Epic Records
Blackheart Records
Boardwalk Records

Joan Jett on Wikipedia

External resources

  1. http://joanjett.com
  2. http://www.joanjett.com