Bad Reputation in Bloomington, MN

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 album 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
's exuberance and tough-as-nails attitude overcome most deficiencies. Plus, the title track is a classic. ~ Steve Huey