{"product_id":"queens-of-noise-the-runaways","title":"Queens of Noise, The Runaways","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e The Runaways \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eQueens of Noise\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eAlbum Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Second Studio Album (Original \u0026amp; Audiophile Reissue) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"108\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e January 1977 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"144\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Mercury Records (Original) \/ Modern Harmonic (Reissue) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"206\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Hard Rock \/ Glam Rock \/ Proto-Punk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e Released just six months after their self-titled debut, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003eQueens of Noise\u003c\/i\u003e is the final studio album to feature the classic lineup with lead singer Cherie Currie. Produced by Kim Fowley and Earle Mankey at Brothers Studio in Santa Monica, the record captures the band at their commercial and creative peak. Unlike the debut, which was dominated by Joan Jett's vocals, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"389\"\u003eQueens of Noise\u003c\/i\u003e splits the lead vocal duties almost evenly between Jett and Currie, reflecting the internal power struggle that would eventually lead to Currie's departure. The album is more polished than their debut but retains the aggressive, street-tough edge that defined the \"Runaways sound.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is a mix of high-speed rock anthems and early \"power ballads,\" showcasing the band’s technical growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Title Track:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Queens of Noise\" was actually written by Billy Bizeau (of The Quick). It serves as the band’s definitive mission statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJoan Jett Anthems:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes Jett-led fan favorites \"I Love Playin' with Fire\" and \"Take It or Leave It.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNeon Angels:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Neon Angels on the Road to Ruin\" remains a signature Lita Ford track, highlighting her burgeoning status as a guitar hero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Epic Closer:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Johnny Guitar\" is a seven-minute blues-rock workout that allowed the band to move beyond the three-minute pop-punk structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Pressing \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e Original 1977 copies and modern high-fidelity reissues are both prized for different reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUK\/Australian First Pressing:\u003c\/b\u003e Look for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003eMercury Records\u003c\/b\u003e label with the catalog number \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003e6338 780\u003c\/b\u003e. These are typically \"non-gatefold\" and feature a blue Mercury label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUS Original (SRM-1-1126):\u003c\/b\u003e Features the \"Skyscraper\" Mercury label. Most copies include a two-sided photo\/lyric sheet. Look for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003e\"KENDUN\"\u003c\/b\u003e stamp in the runout (dead wax), indicating high-quality mastering at Kendun Recorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 2019\/2024 Reissue (Modern Harmonic):\u003c\/b\u003e Mastered by Joe Lizzi and pressed at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eRTI (Record Technology Inc.)\u003c\/b\u003e, these are considered the \"audiophile\" standard for the album. Look for catalog number \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"194\"\u003eMH-8094\u003c\/b\u003e. A limited \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"213\"\u003eTransparent Pink\u003c\/b\u003e variant was also released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJapanese Gatefold (RJ-7209):\u003c\/b\u003e One of the most beautiful versions, featuring a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003egatefold sleeve\u003c\/b\u003e (unlike the US\/UK versions) with profile photos of the girls inside. It originally came with a large fold-out poster and a \"Punk New Wave\" OBI strip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMisprint Alert:\u003c\/b\u003e Some original US labels have the band name misspelled as \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003e\"The Runaway's\"\u003c\/b\u003e (with an extra apostrophe).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e The Runaways, Queens of Noise, 1977 Vinyl, Mercury Records, Joan Jett, Lita Ford, Cherie Currie, Hard Rock, Kendun Mastering, Modern Harmonic Reissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e Women in Rock, 70s Glam \u0026amp; Hard Rock, Proto-Punk Essentials, Audiophile RTI Pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Joan Jett \u0026amp; The Blackhearts, Lita Ford (Solo), Suzi Quatro, The Stooges, New York Dolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Runaways","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51357164273981,"sku":"5580","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/The_runaways__queens_of_noise.jpg?v=1770357614","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/queens-of-noise-the-runaways","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}