Sandy West
Singer and drummer of The Runaways
Born
July 10th, 1959
65 years ago
Died
October 21st, 2006
18 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Started musical career as the drummer for the all-female rock band The Runaways, which was formed in 1975. The band achieved major success with hit songs including "Cherry Bomb" and "Queens of Noise." After the disbandment of The Runaways in 1979, pursued a solo career and played with various other bands. Also engaged in songwriting during and after her time with The Runaways. Continued performing music until the 1990s.
Drummed for The Runaways
Co-wrote "Cherry Bomb"
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