Pioneering Rock & Punk Icon, Singer-Songwriter, Composer & Producer; Celebrated as the ‘Godmother of Punk’
Joan Jett Biography
Joan Jett, widely recognized as the "Godmother of Punk," has been a transformative figure in rock music. As a teenager, she co-founded the band the Runaways, making her mark in the music scene from 1975 to 1979. After the group's disbandment, Jett embarked on a solo career, releasing her debut album, later reissued as "Bad Reputation." She later formed Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, and their album "I Love Rock 'n Roll" achieved immense success, its title track topping charts worldwide. Jett has also ventured into the film industry, appearing in "Light of Day" and numerous television series. In recognition of her significant contributions to rock music, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015.
Beyond performance, Jett has leveraged her musical prowess in producing albums for other artists, including "(GI)" by the Germs. Her influence extends into television and sports, with her song "I Hate Myself for Loving You" being used as the theme song for Sunday Night Football NFL games in the 2006 and 2007 seasons. In addition to her musical pursuits, Jett is known for her advocacy work, particularly in animal rights, and has been a supporter of organizations like People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). She has also been involved in efforts to combat gun violence, being the first to sign Billboard magazine's Open Letter on Gun Violence in 2016.
Joan Jett's enduring influence in rock music is further exemplified by her repeated recognition by Rolling Stone as one of the greatest guitarists. Her signature guitar, a white Gibson Melody Maker, has become iconic in the music scene since she began using it in 1977. To commemorate the 40th anniversaries of her first two albums, "Bad Reputation" and "I Love Rock & Roll," two graphic novels featuring stories by female writers and artists were released in 2021. As a testament to her enduring influence, Gibson has released a series of Joan Jett signature guitars, and Mattel released a Joan Jett Barbie doll in 2009.
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Joan Jett Videos
Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - Eye To Eye (Official Music Video)
Official music video for “Eye To Eye” by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts.
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Joan Jett is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joan Jett for your event is available upon request. Joan Jett generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Michael McDonald, Pat Monahan, Share Ross, Bethany Joy Lenz and Sara Bareilles. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joan Jett for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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