The band's origin story reads like rock mythology. Fowley discovered drummer Sandy West in the parking lot of the Rainbow Bar and Grill, where she convinced him of her talent on the spot. Meanwhile, guitarist Joan Jetthad auditioned for Fowley by playing ukulele to a Sweet album before switching to guitar and becoming the band's driving force.
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♬ original sound - BlauTokBeyond their musical contributions, The Runaways opened doors that had never existed before. Their existence alone inspired countless young women to pick up instruments and start their own bands.
Though The Runaways disbanded in 1979 after releasing four studio albums, their influence rippled through generations. Joan Jett became a rock icon with her Blackhearts, while Lita Ford carved out her own successful solo career. Their story proved that rock and roll belonged to anyone brave enough to claim it.
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Today, as we celebrate their formation anniversary, The Runaways' message remains as relevant as ever: rock and roll has no gender, and music belongs to anyone bold enough to make some noise.
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