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