The Runaways were an all-female American rock band that recorded and performed from 1977 to 1979. The band released four studio albums and one live album during its run. Among their best-known songs are “Cherry Bomb”, “Hollywood”, “Queens of Noise” and a cover version of the Velvet Underground’s “Rock & Roll”. Never a major success in the United States, the Runaways became a sensation overseas, especially in Japan, thanks to the single “Cherry Bomb”.
Associated Acts
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts Lita Ford the Bangles Cherie & Marie Currie Sandy West Band Currie-Blue Band the Orchids
Genres
Hard rock punk rock glam punk
Labels
Mercury Rhino Cherry Red Raven
Origin
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Website
Years Active
1975 1979
Name
The Runaways