The New York Times once described Joan Jett as “the godmother to female musicians with loud guitars and idealistic dreams.” Three decades into her career, the ever-youthful Jett remains an inspiration for any girl?or guy?who possesses a passion for no-frills rock and roll. Not surprisingly, Jett's all-time favorite albums combine great songwriting with a sonic wallop.

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Rolling Stones: Let It Bleed
“Pure organic sound, and attitude with great hooks.”

Sex Pistols: Never Mind The Bollocks
“The greatest punk recording ever.”

Lungfish: Talking Songs For Walking
“Great lyrics, great tattoos.”

David Bowie: Diamond Dogs
“Theatrical rock and roll, head and shoulders above the rest. Bowie is always stretching the boundaries.”

T. Rex: Electric Warrior
“What a beat!”

Devo: Are We Not Men? We Are Devo
“Manic punk pop.”

Social Distortion: Social Distortion
“Country music for punks.”

The Replacements: Any album
“Songwriting for the ages. Never slick, always soulful.”

David Bowie: The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars
“I never get tired of this record.”

Ramones: Ramones
“America’s greatest punk rock band. I miss Joey so much.”


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