Joan Jett's debut album is an infectious romp through her influences, ranging from classic '50s and '60s rock & roll through glam rock, three-chord loud'n'fast
Ramones punk, and poppier new wave guitar rock. Half the songs on the original album (not counting bonus tracks on the remastered reissue) are covers, but whether it's
Lesley Gore's feminist girl-group anthem "You Don't Own Me" (featuring
the Sex Pistols'
Steve Jones and
Paul Cook) or a roaring version of
Gary Glitter's "Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah),"
Jett makes them all work. The production can be a little weak in spots, but
Jett's exuberance and tough-girl attitude overcome most deficiencies. Plus, the title track is a classic.
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Steve Huey, Rovi