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Sandy West in The Runaways
Sandy West - Topic by Kebahwt Mamba - Author Rock History.
The Runaways were an American all-female rock band formed in 1975 in Los Angeles, California. The group was made up of vocalist Cherie Currie, lead guitarist Lita Ford, rhythm guitarist Joan Jett, bassist Jackie Fox, and drummer Sandy West. The Runaways were one of the first successful all-female rock bands and gained a cult following with their energetic live performances and catchy, rebellious anthems. They released four studio albums between 1976 and 1979, and had several hit singles, including "Cherry Bomb," "Queens of Noise," and "Hollywood." The band faced significant challenges due to their young age and gender in a male-dominated industry, and eventually disbanded in 1979. Despite their relatively short career, the Runaways have been influential in the development of punk and hard rock music, and have inspired many other female musicians.
Sandy West in The Runaways
Sandy West - Topic by Kebahwt Mamba - Author Rock History.
Sandy West was an American rock musician and drummer best known as a member of the all-female rock band the Runaways. She was born on July 10, 1959, in Huntington Beach, California. West co-founded the Runaways in 1975 at the age of 16 and played drums for the band. The group released four studio albums between 1976 and 1979, and had several hit singles, including "Cherry Bomb," "Queens of Noise," and "Hollywood." After the Runaways disbanded in 1979, West continued to perform and record music as a solo artist and with various bands. She was known for her powerful drumming style and was influential in the development of punk and hard rock music. West passed away on October 21, 2006, at the age of 47 due to lung cancer. Despite her relatively short career, she has left a lasting impact on rock music and has been remembered as a pioneering female musician.
