"Notorious" is a studio album by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, a rock band led by American rock musician Joan Jett. Released in 1991, it was the band's eighth studio album and marked a significant departure from their previous hard rock sound.
The album includes 12 songs that span a mix of rock, punk rock, and power pop genres. Despite the change in the band's musical direction, the album didn't gain much commercial success, but it illustrated Jett's versatility as an artist, experimenting with different sounds and exploring new musical territories.
"Notorious" was produced by Kenny Laguna, Joan Jett's longtime producer, and songwriter. Throughout the album, Jett's lyrics often express themes of love, loss, and defiance. The album's titular track, "Notorious", reflects Jett's feisty and rebellious persona that has characterized her career.
The album also features collaborations with The Replacements' Paul Westerberg and former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor. The song "Goodbye", written by Westerberg, is one of the album's standout tracks. Other noteworthy songs from the album include "Backlash", "Ashes in the Wind", and "The Only Good Thing (You Ever Said Was Goodbye)".
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts continue to be influential figures in rock music, with the album "Notorious" adding to their diverse discography and demonstrating their ability to evolve and experiment with their music.
