Joan Jett and The Blackhearts at Summerfest

Joan Jett and The Blackhearts headlined the M&I Bank Classic Rock stage on June 30, as part of Milwaukee’s Summerfest 2009, which runs through July 5.

The group performed for just over an hour to a packed crowd, who enthusiastically sang along to hits like “I Love Rock N’ Roll,” “I Hate Myself For Loving You,” “Do You Want To Touch me” and “Bad Reputation.”

Jett, an accomplished singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer, has nine Top 40 singles under her belt, along with eight platinum and gold albums.

She has her own independent record label, Blackheart Records, whose signed acts include The Dollyrots, Endless Bummer and Girl in a Coma.

Before Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Jett had a solo career and also co-founded The Runaways, a popular female rock band in the 70’s. She is the executive producer of an upcoming film about The Runaways, which will star actress Kristen Stewart as Jett.

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