Unvarnished cover

Unvarnished

Joan Jett · 2013

49 min · 14 tracks · rock music

A raw and reflective rock album that blends classic riffs with introspective lyrics on growth and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moods
  • introspective themes of resilience
  • live tracks enhance emotional connection
  • for late-night drives
  • raw energy with personal insights

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2013, 'Unvarnished' is Joan Jett's first studio album of new material in over a decade, following her 2006 compilation, 'Sinner'. At this point in her career, Jett was re-establishing her presence in the music scene while continuing to influence a new generation of rock artists.
Stylistic neighbors
Pat Benatar· Lita Ford· The Runaways

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Any Weather (606 version) 3:24
  • 2 TMI 3:49
  • 3 Soulmates to Strangers 3:13
  • 4 Make It Back 3:18
  • 5 Hard to Grow Up 4:22
  • 6 Fragile 3:39
  • 7 Reality Mentality 3:06
  • 8 Bad as We Can Be 3:53
  • 9 Different 3:36
  • 10 Everybody Needs a Hero 2:35
  • 11 Bad Reputation (live) 2:15
  • 12 Cherry Bomb (live) 2:31
  • 13 TMI (live) 3:46
  • 14 I Hate Myself for Loving You (live) 6:00

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